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3911 Bolger Rd.
Independence, MO 64055-6779
(816) 373-9191
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Music Lessons at Guitar Center Independence

Learning an instrument provides many benefits aside from gaining a new skill. It relieves stress, builds confidence and cultivates creativity. There is no better place to develop and hone your musical skills than music lessons at Guitar Center Independence

Whether you’ve never picked up an instrument before, or you’ve been playing for years and are looking to perfect your talent, Guitar Center offers the best music lessons near you for all skill levels. Our talented and experienced instructors come from a wide variety of musical backgrounds and are able to offer lessons for many different instruments. Some of our most popular music lessons in Independence include guitar, bass , drums, piano and vocal lessons.

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Kenneth Storz
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Guitar Center Independence 3911 Bolger Rd. Independence, MO
Kenneth Storz is a guitar/bass instructor in and around the KC area. He has performed with various groups throughout the US and has extensive experience in both sides of the studio as a player and engineer. Kenneth has a wealth of teaching experience and instructs all skill levels. He works great with beginners and also those that are seeking a deeper understanding of music theory and fretboard navigation.
Gary Gnip
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Gary has been playing drums on stage since he was 12 years old. He has over 10 years teaching experience and many years exposure in live on stage situations. Gary has been playing for 57 years, professionally for 50 years, and is still an active drummer in the Kansas City music scene. Ringo Starr was his first drum influence, but, of course, the first song every drummer learns is Wipe Out. Gary enjoys teaching students and watching them develop into their own style using the basics of drumming.
Christoph Anderson
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Want to get over that intermediate hump? Vandod has 15 years experience in percussion, guitar and electric bass. 5 years operatic experience, 3 years playing piano, and 13 years as a performing musician in the Kansas City area. He has a college level music theory understanding, and loves to have intricate conversations regarding music theory and history. His favorite genres are Jazz Fusion, Funk, and R&B.
Austin Thorn
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Austin is a board certified music therapist who graduated from UMKC Conservatory in 2020. He has taught lessons to all ages (4+) at Guitar Cemter since November 2020. Austin has worked with children and adults of all abilities. If you are just beginning, Austin can get you started and instill passion for playing. If you already have experience, Austin will provide nuanced teaching to build up those skills that need work and build on existing strengths. Austin excels in finger style, and rock/funk bass.
Justin Johnson
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David Rice
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Guitar Center Independence 3911 Bolger Rd. Independence, MO
David is a Veteran musician with over 25 years teaching experience, and has performed with many bands and artists over the past three decades. During his teaching tenure he has taught many styles including rock, metal, pop, country, and jazz. He is well versed in music theory and specializes in guitar and bass as well as pretty much any instrument with strings. He can also teach piano and drums. He is currently active as the lead guitarist for Full Metal Z, and plays bass guitar for many other bands, including The Rock Gods.
Dylan Mccutcheon
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Alazha Butler
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Christopher Allen
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Matthew Gruszek
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Guitar Center Independence 3911 Bolger Rd. Independence, MO
Can teach any level of player. Whether you are just starting out, or looking to sharpen your skills. Fluent in music theory. Focuses on keeping students engaged while learning important skills for navigating the guitar neck.
Parker Krysa
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2023.
Gavin Swanson
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Hello I'm Gavin, a music enthusiast and guitarist since the age of five! Infused by an diverse range of musical influences, I try to bring a fresh and contemporary vibe to the world of guitar instruction. Outside the studio, I'm reaching for the skies as an aspiring Flight Instructor, fueled by the dream of launching their own flight school someday. Passionate about teaching, I'm ready to rock as your new guitar instructor. It's my passion to help people reach their goals!
Matthew Jahn
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2024.
Diamond Whitelaw
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Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Brandon Thomas
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Has been teaching at Guitar Center since 2024.
Bob Abernathy
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Whether you’re just starting out on your musical journey, picking up where you’ve left off, overcoming challenging progression skills, looking for creative insights/methods or even wanting to explore the setup of your rig for optimized performance (hardware/software) Bob is enthused to join you on your journey. Bob has been playing Music since the age of 11, having had Parents that were both musically inclined. One parent being a Luthier and the other a music teacher. Bob started on piano and grew into fretted stringed instruments at age 14. He is currently teaching Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Dobro/lap slide, Bass, Banjo, Mandolin, dulcimer, hammer dulcimer, Ukulele & Entry Level Piano. Bob is a Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery certified Luthier since 2009 creating exposure to several styles of instrument setups and approach. Bob has been performing in live and studio environments under The Owl In the Oak Collective since 2015 spanning musical stylings from classical, jazz, world, Folk, Blues, Rock, metal, digital/analog electronica & hip hop. Bob also produces and records in Ableton Live 12 (Ableton Since 2015) but recognizes the value of all DAW’s. Bob encourages the practice of sight reading, ear training, Instrumentation exercises, music theory studies and solfege to help you build your repertoire of musical performance skills and writing regardless of the stylings you wish to focus on. I hope to meet you soon so we can PLAY and enjoy the Magic & Science of Music Together!
Robert Pointer
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At Guitar Center, we offer not only the best guitar lessons near you, but we also have music lessons in bass guitar, drums, piano, vocals, music producing and more. Whatever sound you are looking for, our professional instructors are ready to help you discover your groove. Take a look below at some of our favorite instruments and most popular lessons available at Guitar Center Independence.

Guitar Lessons in Independence, MO
Guitar Lessons in Independence, MO
Build finger strength and coordination, master chords, understand strum patterns and learn to find your unique sound with our guitar lessons. You’ll set the tone and define the attitude of the music.
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Bass Lessons in Independence, MO
Bass Lessons in Independence, MO
Learn to play the bass guitar from our expert instructors. The bass is the heart and soul of music - hone the craft and essence of what it takes to be a bass player with professional bass lessons at Guitar Center Independence.
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Drums Lessons in Independence, MO
Drums Lessons in Independence, MO
Drummers control the groove and energy of every song and performance. Discover the beat within you and learn what it takes to lead a band with our drum lessons.
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Piano Lessons in Independence, MO
Piano Lessons in Independence, MO
Explore melodies and chords to help you build emotional power. You’ll have more range at your fingertips than with any other instrument.
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Vocals Lessons in Independence, MO
Vocals Lessons in Independence, MO
Learn proper techniques and build self-confidence to be center stage. As a singer, you'll be a storyteller, and the bridge between the band and the audience.
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DJ Lessons And More in Independence, MO
DJ Lessons And More in Independence, MO
We also offer lessons on DJing, brass & woodwind instruments, music production and songwriting. Call 866-761-0244 for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Each instructor customizes lessons to ensure you are learning what you like and having fun. Your instructor will start you slowly, introducing new concepts each week, plus give you exercises or easy songs to play to keep you learning at home.
Learning an instrument is an enriching and rewarding experience that creates lifelong benefits, including increased self-esteem and the boosting of memory. Additionally, benefits for school-age individuals can include improved coordination, the expanding of social skills, and higher scores in math, reading and language.
30-minute lessons allow young or beginner students to learn the basics of the instrument and start playing songs. 60-minute lessons are ideal for more advanced students looking to progress faster and focus on the finer points of technique.
This varies by age and the type of goals the student has set out to achieve. However, most new students usually spend 15–30 min. practicing daily, while advanced students can practice for an hour or more each day in between lessons.
Our flexible curriculum allows students of all skill levels to experience growth. We help create a foundational understanding of music theory through the style of music you want to play. Our instructors will work to understand your goals and passions, and make sure you are on the path to learning what you want at your own speed.
Our Lessons staff will work with you to determine your current skill level, stylistic interest and ambitions. We'll then help you choose an instructor who best suits your style and goals. If at any point, you'd like to change instructors, let us know. Our weekly monitoring of progress and wide-ranging curriculum means you can switch to any of our qualified instructors, or another instrument, without missing a beat.

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