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3150 Erie Blvd. East
Syracuse, NY 13214-1250
(315) 446-5950
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Music Lessons at Guitar Center Syracuse

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 Syracuse

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 Syracuse include guitar, bass , drums, piano and vocal lessons.

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Mark Chatwin
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Mark Chatwin hails from Bridgeport, NY and teaches guitar, bass, voice, ukulele and keyboard at Guitar Center in Syracuse, NY. His performance specialties include all styles of music including rock, pop, jazz, and classical. Notable achievements include a song covered by Mark Free, "Slow Down The Night" which won 3rd place in a national songwriting competition and inclusion of several songs in Jeep's Passport To Adventure, a popular travel show on cable networks. His education includes SUNY Potsdam Crane School Of Music, Orange Coast College in California, and Dick Grove School Of Music in California. Degrees obtained include Associates in Arts and Certificate Of Completion. His favorite musician is Bruce Hornsby for keyboard and Ed Gorham for guitar. These are two musicians who exemplify having a vast knowledge of theory combined with soulful playing. The first song he learned was "Aqualung" by Jethro Tull for guitar and "Come Sail Away" for keyboard. Mark loves playing music because it has led to a lifetime of challenge and inspiration. Mark also loves teaching because he gets to meet musicians at all levels of skill and help them achieve their goals.
Jessica Locaputo
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Christopher Rhoads
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Kory Farrell
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Kory Farrell is from Syracuse, NY and teaches guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, violin, and piano. Kory has experience in many styles of music including rock, blues, jazz, classical, metal, and more. He was classically trained on piano, violin, and guitar and studied Classical Guitar Performance at SUNY Fredonia. Kory has 15 years of performance experience including 2 U.S. tours with his former band Lightning Killed my Parents. He also has toured with his newest band, Plastic Sunface. He also has 15 years teaching experience, and has been teaching at Guitar Center for 8 of those years. Some of Kory's favorite bands include: The Beatles, Van Halen, and Dream Theater.
Kristopher Burgmeier
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
I first picked up Guitar when I was 12 years old and never looked back. Along the way, I started picking up Bass, Piano, Harmonica, and Percussion as side instruments and eventually added mandolin and banjo into the mix; though Guitar still remains my primary instrument. I first started being self-taught with music until I went to college and started taking private lessons and classes. From there, I learned classical theory, jazz theory, recording audio, and participated in jazz/rock ensembles. I graduated in 2018 from SUNY Oswego with a Bachelor's in Audio Design and Production. Since my first year in college, I started giving private lessons to friends and beginners who showed an interest in learning how to play. I have also been a performing artist since I was 17 and continue to do so either solo or with bands and projects. I am also an avid singer-songwriter and have been writing my own music since I was 13. I released my first album at 20 years old and have been releasing new music since then under my own name and bands I've been a part of. I'm always searching to learn more along the way and to keep myself involved in the music community.
Shane Reed
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Michael Fishman
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Has been with Guitar Center since 2024.
Taylor Porter
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Isabella Wendel
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Bella Wendel is a passionate vocal and piano teacher with extensive performance experience. Having trained under Nancy Kelly and Nina Pelligra, Bella specializes in pop, jazz, musical theater, and classical vocal techniques, helping students improve their vocal expression, pitch, and breath control. She also teaches beginner to intermediate piano, focusing on music theory, ear training, and song accompaniment. As the lead singer and manager of "Bella Wendel and the Red Flags," Bella composes and performs original music. An experienced music producer, she works with Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro, creating music for both her projects and other artists. With accomplishments such as winning regional vocal competitions and being featured in local media for her musical contributions, Bella is dedicated to helping students develop their musical skills while fostering their creativity and passion for music.
Nicholas La Mendola
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
After one year of attending University of South Carolina for Chemistry, he took a music elective class and changed paths. He began working toward a degree in music at OCC, eventually transferring to the University of Valley Forge and completing a B.S. in Music Education. His performance experiences range from playing for a few people in the corner of a small café to being on the field with the USC drumline at the 80,000 capacity Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, SC. Most recently he was a performer, composer, and arranger for King’s Dominion theme park in Doswell, VA, playing and writing for stage and travelling shows throughout the park. He has instructed in a variety of settings including 4th grade instruments lessons, 5th grade band, middle/high school band and chorus, high school drumline, and one-on-one instrument lessons. As a teacher, Nicholas aims to help his students fully develop their talents through mastery of technique on their chosen instrument(s) as well as facilitating a deeper understanding of music as a whole.
Samuel Herbert
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Guitar Center Syracuse 3150 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, NY
Has been with Guitar Center since 2025.
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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 Syracuse.

Guitar Lessons in Syracuse, NY
Guitar Lessons in Syracuse, NY
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 Syracuse, NY
Bass Lessons in Syracuse, NY
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 Syracuse.
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Drums Lessons in Syracuse, NY
Drums Lessons in Syracuse, NY
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 Syracuse, NY
Piano Lessons in Syracuse, NY
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 Syracuse, NY
Vocals Lessons in Syracuse, NY
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 Syracuse, NY
DJ Lessons And More in Syracuse, NY
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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