{"id":30769,"date":"2026-10-15T14:55:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T12:55:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/?page_id=30769"},"modified":"2026-10-31T14:42:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T13:42:22","slug":"guitar-lessons","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons\/","title":{"rendered":"Guitar Lessons: Online, Private or Music School? How to Choose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-hero has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center lp-hero-text is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:54%\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Lesson types compared<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guitar Lessons: Online, Private or Music School? How to Choose<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lp-lead wp-block-paragraph\">All types of guitar lessons side by side, with a comparison table, a five-question decision guide and what you learn in your first lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-answer has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Short answer:<\/strong> You can take guitar lessons online through videos, a course or an app, privately with a teacher, or at a music school. Online guitar lessons are flexible, and you can often start for free. Private lessons give direct feedback on your posture and technique. A music school offers structure and playing with others. Choose based on your goal, your schedule and how much guidance you want.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#types-of-guitar-lessons\">Compare the lesson types<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\">All articles about guitar lessons<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center lp-hero-media is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:46%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-118.jpg\" alt=\"Man playing an acoustic guitar next to a piano in a music room\" class=\"wp-image-1015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-118.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-118-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-118-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lp-badge\"><span class=\"lp-eq\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><i><\/i><\/span><span>4 lesson types compared<small>from free videos to music school<\/small><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-tocbar has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">On this page<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list lp-toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#types-of-guitar-lessons\">Types of lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#online-guitar-lessons\">Online lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#private-or-music-school\">Private or music school<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-choose\">How to choose<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#first-guitar-lesson\">First lesson<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#age\">Age and funding<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#acoustic-or-electric\">Type of guitar<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#between-lessons\">Between lessons<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#further-reading\">Further reading<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">At a glance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"at-a-glance\">What to know before you choose<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6h11M9 12h11M9 18h11\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"6\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"18\" r=\"1\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Four lesson types<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free online material, an online course or app, private lessons with a teacher and lessons at a music school, one-on-one or in a group.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"4\" y=\"5\" width=\"16\" height=\"11\" rx=\"1.5\"\/><path d=\"M2 19h20\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online takes self-discipline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning guitar online works well if you can motivate yourself. A teacher catches mistakes in posture and technique sooner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M8 12.5l2.8 2.8L16.5 9.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Combining is fine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many beginners take a few lessons with a teacher and also practice with videos or an app.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"5\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 8v6M8 10.5l4-1 4 1M9.5 21l2.5-7 2.5 7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No age limit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children usually start around age 6 or 7, on a guitar in the right size. For adults there is no limit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Lesson types<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-guitar-lessons\">What types of guitar lessons are there?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are roughly four types of guitar lessons: online lessons through a course or app, private lessons with a teacher, lessons at a music school and teaching yourself with free material. They differ in structure, personal feedback and how free you are in time and pace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table lp-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Lesson type<\/th><th>Strong in<\/th><th>Less strong in<\/th><th>Suits<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Online course or app<\/td><td>Fixed structure; an app checks your notes and timing<\/td><td>Little personal feedback; an app can&#8217;t see your posture<\/td><td>People who want structure and practice at home<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private lessons with a teacher<\/td><td>Personal feedback, lessons tailored to your goal and style<\/td><td>Fixed appointments; the teacher has to be a good fit<\/td><td>People who want to learn fast or have a specific goal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Music school (one-on-one or group)<\/td><td>Structure, playing with others, student recitals<\/td><td>Fixed lesson times and usually a full school year<\/td><td>Children and anyone who likes playing with others<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teaching yourself with free videos<\/td><td>Start right away, huge choice, your own pace<\/td><td>No fixed order, no feedback on your mistakes<\/td><td>Beginners who want to try it first<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which type works best depends on you. If you mainly want to play along with songs around a campfire or at a party, online lessons will take you a long way. For classical guitar, jazz or exams, you&#8217;ll get more from a teacher who corrects your technique. Just starting out? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-for-beginners\/\">guitar lessons for beginners<\/a>: what you learn in the first months, whichever lesson type you choose.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Online<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"online-guitar-lessons\">Online guitar lessons: videos, courses and apps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You take online guitar lessons over the internet: individual videos, a course, an app or a lesson with a teacher over a video call. You learn when and where you want, at your own pace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M10 8.5v7l6-3.5z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free videos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">YouTube has thousands of lessons for beginners. Nobody sets the order, so make your own plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-with-youtube-tutorials\/\">Spotting good YouTube channels&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"4\" y=\"5\" width=\"16\" height=\"11\" rx=\"1.5\"\/><path d=\"M2 19h20\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online guitar course<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an online guitar course, each lesson builds on the previous one. That saves searching and prevents gaps in your basics. Pay attention to level, style and practice material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/online-guitar-lessons\/\">Taking online guitar lessons&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"7\" y=\"2.5\" width=\"10\" height=\"19\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M11 18.5h2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guitar lessons through an app<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Handy for a short practice every day. Many apps listen through the microphone and show whether you&#8217;re playing the right note or chord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-to-learn-guitar\/\">The best guitar apps&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center lp-media\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 46%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free online guitar lessons: how to keep structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with tuning, posture and a few open chords, and build on that week by week. Nobody sees your posture and strumming, so film yourself now and then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make it a fixed routine with <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-with-youtube-tutorials\/\">learning guitar with YouTube tutorials<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n<li>Play electric? See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-electric-guitar-online-for-free\/\">learning electric guitar online for free<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n<li>For a comparison for acoustic players, see <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-online-acoustic-guitar-courses\/\">the best online courses for acoustic guitar<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n<li>Mainly want to practice chord shapes? See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-for-learning-guitar-chords\/\">apps to learn guitar chords<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also read about the <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/benefits-of-learning-guitar-online\/\">benefits of learning guitar online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-391.jpg\" alt=\"Smartphone with a music app next to an acoustic guitar\" class=\"wp-image-1310 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-391.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-391-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-391-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">With a teacher<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-or-music-school\">Private lessons or music school: learning with a teacher<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A teacher watches you play and sees right away that your wrist is bent or that you&#8217;re pressing too hard. That way you fix it before it becomes a habit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center lp-media\" style=\"grid-template-columns:46% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 781px) calc(100vw - 2rem), 600px\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-232.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling man with an acoustic guitar in a home studio\" class=\"wp-image-986 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-232.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-232-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-232-768x432.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private guitar lessons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In private lessons you get one-on-one teaching: at the teacher&#8217;s place, at your home or over a video call. The lesson revolves around your level, your music style and your goals. That makes private lessons efficient if you want something specific, like learning a song of your own, preparing for a performance or learning a style such as blues or fingerstyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What to look for when choosing a teacher is covered in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/private-guitar-lessons\/\">private guitar lessons from a professional<\/a>. Starting as an adult? See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-for-adults\/\">guitar lessons for adults<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M3 9l9-5 9 5-9 5z\"\/><path d=\"M7 11.5V16c1.5 1.5 3 2 5 2s3.5-.5 5-2v-4.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Music school<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One-on-one or group lessons over a fixed school year. You play with others, there are student recitals and you can move on to an ensemble or exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learning-guitar-at-a-music-school\/\">Guitar lessons at a music school&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"8\" r=\"3.5\"\/><path d=\"M2.5 20a6.5 6.5 0 0 1 13 0\"\/><circle cx=\"17\" cy=\"9\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M16 14.2a5 5 0 0 1 5.5 5.3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Group lessons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Less personal attention than private lessons, but you learn to play together, stay in time and listen to each other. A fine start if you want to try it out calmly first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A teacher nearby<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for a teacher or music school in your area? Ask about the lesson format and whether you can take a trial lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/private-guitar-lessons\/\">Private guitar lessons&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Decision guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-choose\">How to choose the guitar lessons that suit you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best guitar lessons are the kind you stick with and that fit what you want to be able to do. Go through these five questions, and the choice usually becomes clear.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-5 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is your goal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Playing along with songs and singing along is easy to learn online. Classical guitar, jazz or exams usually call for a teacher.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How independent are you?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you practice without an appointment, online works well. If you need someone to keep you accountable, choose regular lessons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much time do you have?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a changing schedule, online is more flexible. If you have a fixed evening free, lessons with a teacher or at a music school fit well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do you want to play with others?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then a music school or group lessons are worth a look.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-step has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-step-num wp-block-paragraph\">5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What fits your budget?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask teachers and music schools about the cost and a trial lesson. With free material, you can first find out whether guitar is for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Combining often works best<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t have to pick just one type. Take a few lessons with a teacher to get your posture and basics right, then carry on yourself with videos or an app. Not sure you can manage without guidance? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-without-a-teacher\/\">learning guitar without a teacher<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-for-free\/\">learning guitar without expensive lessons<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Your first lesson<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"first-guitar-lesson\">What happens in your first guitar lesson?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a first guitar lesson you usually learn tuning, the right posture, strumming with a pick or your fingers and your first chord. A teacher also asks about your goal and the music you like, so the next lessons build on that.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-5 lp-plan-grid is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">Tuning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You tune the strings E-A-D-G-B-E with a tuner or an app. See <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-tune-a-guitar-with-a-tuner\/\">tuning a guitar with a tuner<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">Posture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How you sit, where the guitar rests and how your hand wraps around the neck. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-to-hold-a-guitar-good-posture\/\">how to hold a guitar properly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">First chord<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Often E minor or E major, because you play them with two or three fingers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">Strumming<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple rhythm, for example four downstrokes per bar.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-plan has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"lp-plan-label wp-block-paragraph\">Homework<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short exercise for the coming week, so you can keep going at home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lp-chords\"><figure data-akkoord=\"Em\" data-greep=\"022000\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 120 150\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Chord Em: 022000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><rect x=\"20\" y=\"30\" width=\"80\" height=\"5\" rx=\"1.5\" fill=\"#1f1a14\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"20\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.60\"\/><line x1=\"36\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"36\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.45\"\/><line x1=\"52\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"52\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.30\"\/><line x1=\"68\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"68\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.15\"\/><line x1=\"84\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"84\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.00\"\/><line x1=\"100\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"0.85\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"34\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"56\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"56\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"78\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"78\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"100\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"100\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"122\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"122\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"144\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><circle cx=\"20\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><circle cx=\"36\" cy=\"67.0\" r=\"6.5\" fill=\"#b5651d\"\/><circle cx=\"52\" cy=\"67.0\" r=\"6.5\" fill=\"#b5651d\"\/><circle cx=\"68\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><circle cx=\"84\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><circle cx=\"100\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><\/svg><figcaption>Em<small>022000<\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure><figure data-akkoord=\"E\" data-greep=\"022100\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 120 150\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Chord E: 022100\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><rect x=\"20\" y=\"30\" width=\"80\" height=\"5\" rx=\"1.5\" fill=\"#1f1a14\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"20\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.60\"\/><line x1=\"36\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"36\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.45\"\/><line x1=\"52\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"52\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.30\"\/><line x1=\"68\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"68\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.15\"\/><line x1=\"84\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"84\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"1.00\"\/><line x1=\"100\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#8a7a66\" stroke-width=\"0.85\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"34\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"34\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"56\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"56\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"78\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"78\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"100\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"100\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"122\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"122\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><line x1=\"20\" y1=\"144\" x2=\"100\" y2=\"144\" stroke=\"#c8c0ad\" stroke-width=\"1.2\"\/><circle cx=\"20\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><circle cx=\"36\" cy=\"67.0\" r=\"6.5\" fill=\"#b5651d\"\/><circle cx=\"52\" cy=\"67.0\" r=\"6.5\" fill=\"#b5651d\"\/><circle cx=\"68\" cy=\"45.0\" r=\"6.5\" fill=\"#b5651d\"\/><circle cx=\"84\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><circle cx=\"100\" cy=\"19\" r=\"4.5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2f6a3a\" stroke-width=\"1.8\"\/><\/svg><figcaption>E<small>022100<\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For E minor you use two fingers; for E major you add your index finger on the G string. A detailed explanation is in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/e-major-chord-guitar\/\">your first chord: E major<\/a>. Bring your own guitar if your lesson is in person, and write down beforehand which songs you would like to play.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Tender fingertips are normal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the first weeks your fingertips often hurt. That eases as calluses form. Tips to keep it down are in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/finger-pain-when-learning-guitar\/\">preventing sore fingers<\/a>. If the pain persists or is sharp, talk to your doctor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Kids and adults<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"age\">At what age can you start guitar lessons?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most children can start guitar lessons from about age 6 or 7, and for adults there is no upper limit. Around that age, children usually have enough fine motor skills and concentration to press down strings and follow a lesson.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"5\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 8v6M8 10.5l4-1 4 1M9.5 21l2.5-7 2.5 7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guitar lessons for kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An interest in music counts at least as much as age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-for-kids\/\">The start and the role of parents&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M19 3l2 2-5.5 5.5\"\/><path d=\"M14.5 9.5a4 4 0 0 0-5.6-.4c-.9.8-1.1 2-1.9 2.6-1 .8-3 .6-4 1.9-1.6 2.1.1 5.1 2.1 6.4 2 1.3 4.7 1.4 6-.4.9-1.2.7-3.1 1.5-4 .7-.8 1.8-1 2.6-1.9a4 4 0 0 0-.7-4.2z\"\/><circle cx=\"9.5\" cy=\"14.5\" r=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A guitar in the right size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A full-size guitar is too big for small hands. Young children often play a 1\/2 or 3\/4 size guitar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-size-for-kids\/\">Choosing the right guitar size&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"8\" r=\"3.5\"\/><path d=\"M2.5 20a6.5 6.5 0 0 1 13 0\"\/><circle cx=\"17\" cy=\"9\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M16 14.2a5 5 0 0 1 5.5 5.3\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guitar lessons for adults<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You understand explanations faster, but you have less time. Set realistic goals, like one new song a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-for-adults\/\">Lesson types and practice tips&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 7v5l3 2\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Starting later<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can learn guitar later in life too. Choose a lesson type that fits your week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-later-in-life\/\">Learning guitar later in life&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Financial help for guitar or music lessons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on where you live. In some places, the local council or a charity has a scheme that helps children take part in sports and culture, including music lessons. Ask your local council what is available, and ask the music school or teacher whether they have experience with such schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How to tell whether your child is ready is covered in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/what-age-to-start-learning-guitar\/\">at what age to start learning guitar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Type of guitar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"acoustic-or-electric\">Acoustic, electric or classical guitar lessons?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The type of guitar helps decide which lessons suit you. Each guitar has its own music styles and points to watch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table lp-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Guitar<\/th><th>Strings<\/th><th>Lessons often focus on<\/th><th>Keep in mind<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Acoustic<\/td><td>Steel<\/td><td>Chords, strumming patterns and fingerpicking for pop, folk and singer-songwriter<\/td><td>Steel strings take a bit more strength from your fingertips at first<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electric<\/td><td>Thinner strings<\/td><td>Rock, blues and solos<\/td><td>Chord shapes take less effort thanks to the usually lower string action, but you need an amp<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Classical<\/td><td>Nylon<\/td><td>More often working with sheet music<\/td><td>Soft strings and a wider neck; many children start on one<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-prose is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still undecided? Read <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/electric-vs-acoustic-guitar-easier\/\">which is easier: electric or acoustic guitar<\/a>. You can easily take acoustic guitar lessons online too: many courses and videos focus on exactly that. Want to start without spending money? You&#8217;ll find tips in <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-acoustic-guitar-free-beginners\/\">learning acoustic guitar for beginners<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Between lessons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"between-lessons\">How to get more out of every guitar lesson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You get the most out of guitar lessons if you practice briefly and regularly between them: 15 minutes every day is better than two hours once a week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-4 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"5\" width=\"18\" height=\"16\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M3 10h18M8 3v4M16 3v4\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A fixed time and place<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Practice at a set moment, with your guitar within reach instead of in its case.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 6h11M9 12h11M9 18h11\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"6\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"12\" r=\"1\"\/><circle cx=\"4.5\" cy=\"18\" r=\"1\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Work with a schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A ready-made plan gets you started without having to think about what to practice today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-practice-schedule-30-days\/\">30-day practice schedule&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M8 3h8l3 18H5z\"\/><path d=\"M12 15l5-8M7.5 17h9\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use a metronome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep your rhythm tight and practice chord changes separately, apart from the song they appear in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-guitar-with-metronome\/\">Playing with a metronome&nbsp;\u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-card has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"lp-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M20.8 6.6a5 5 0 0 0-8.8-2.5 5 5 0 0 0-8.8 2.5c-.6 4.6 5.3 8.9 8.8 11.4 3.5-2.5 9.4-6.8 8.8-11.4z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose songs you love<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then you&#8217;ll stick with it longer, even in weeks when progress is slower.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea64ea74 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"lp-tip-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M9 18h6M10 21h4\"\/><path d=\"M12 3a6 6 0 0 0-3.6 10.8c.7.6 1.1 1.3 1.1 2.2h5c0-.9.4-1.6 1.1-2.2A6 6 0 0 0 12 3z\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-tip-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"lp-tip-title\">Stuck?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you get stuck after a few weeks, don&#8217;t quit. It often helps to switch lesson types or add something: a few lessons with a teacher if you learn online, or an app if you only have a weekly lesson.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Go deeper<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"further-reading\">Further reading<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-grid lp-cols-5 is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/start-guitar-absolute-beginner\/\">Starting as an absolute beginner&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your very first steps with guitar.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/what-you-need-to-learn-guitar-at-home\/\">What you need at home&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The gear for online lessons at home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/learn-to-play-guitar\/\">Learn to play guitar step by step&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A step-by-step plan alongside any lesson type.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/is-learning-guitar-hard\/\">Is guitar hard to learn?&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What&#8217;s tricky at first and how to get through it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-long-does-it-take-to-learn-guitar\/\">How long does it take?&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What to expect at each stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/how-long-practice-guitar-each-day\/\">How long should you practice each day?&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How to divide your practice time, with lessons or on your own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/avoid-beginner-guitar-mistakes\/\">Avoiding beginner mistakes&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mistakes a teacher often corrects first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-guitar-books-beginners-advanced\/\">The best guitar books&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Method books to go with your lessons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/online-communities-for-guitarists\/\">Online communities for guitarists&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forums and groups for your questions when you learn on your own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-linkcard has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/motivate-kids-to-practice-guitar\/\">Motivating kids to practice&nbsp;<span>\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How you can help as a parent between lessons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a8033d0f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-section-head is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">Read more<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-articles\">New in Guitar lessons and learning online<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query lp-related is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 has-native-responsive-grid is-style-post-grid wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-b283c786 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31415 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-buying-guide tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-for-learning-guitar-chords\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-380.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31416 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Best Apps for Learning Guitar Chords\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-380.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-380-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-380-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-for-learning-guitar-chords\/\" target=\"_self\" >Best Apps for Learning Guitar Chords<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The best apps for learning guitar chords are Yousician, Ultimate Guitar and GuitarTuna. Yousician listens in through the&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31407 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-acoustic-guitar tag-buying-guide tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-online-acoustic-guitar-courses\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31410 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Best Online Courses for Acoustic Guitar\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/leer-gitaar-spelen-online-videos-1320x743.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-online-acoustic-guitar-courses\/\" target=\"_self\" >Best Online Courses for Acoustic Guitar<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The best online courses for acoustic guitar are well-known platforms like Guitar Tricks, JamPlay, Yousician and Fender Play.&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31030 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-buying-guide tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-to-learn-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-46.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31031 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Best Apps to Learn Guitar\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-46.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-46-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-46-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/best-apps-to-learn-guitar\/\" target=\"_self\" >Best Apps to Learn Guitar<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Short answer: The best app for learning guitar depends on your level. As a beginner, choose Yousician, Fender&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-30833 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-beginners tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/digital-tab-apps-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-402.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-30834 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Digital Tab Apps for Beginners\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-402.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-402-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-402-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/digital-tab-apps-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_self\" >Digital Tab Apps for Beginners<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Digital tab apps show you on your phone or tablet which string and fret you are playing, often&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31123 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/benefits-of-learning-guitar-online\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-405.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31124 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Benefits of Learning Guitar Online\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-405.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-405-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-405-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/benefits-of-learning-guitar-online\/\" target=\"_self\" >Benefits of Learning Guitar Online<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">What are the benefits of learning guitar online? You practice when and where it suits you, at your&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-31087 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-guitar-lessons-online-learning tag-guitar-lessons\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/online-communities-for-guitarists\/\" target=\"_self\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-189.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-31089 attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Online Communities for Guitarists\" style=\"border-radius:0;aspect-ratio:16\/10;width:100%;object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-189.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-189-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/abcdhe-189-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group post-card-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"taxonomy-category is-style-eyebrow wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\" rel=\"tag\">Guitar Lessons &amp; Online Learning<\/a><\/div>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.652), 1.25rem);font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/online-communities-for-guitarists\/\" target=\"_self\" >Online Communities for Guitarists<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-ink-soft-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Online communities for guitarists are forums, Facebook groups, subreddits and Discord servers where guitarists ask questions, share recordings&hellip; <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20959078 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/guitar-lessons-online-learning\/\">All articles about guitar lessons<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group alignfull lp-section lp-section--alt has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f5f6b567 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top lp-faq-head is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:36%\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">FAQ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions about guitar lessons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is your question not listed? Browse <a href=\"https:\/\/lerengitaarspelen.nl\/en\/blog\/\">all articles<\/a> or pick a topic in the menu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:64%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group lp-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Which guitar lessons are best for beginners?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No single lesson type is best for everyone. If you mainly want to play along with songs and can motivate yourself, online guitar lessons are a good start. If you want direct feedback or regular appointments, choose private lessons or a music school.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What do you learn in a first guitar lesson?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually you learn to tune your guitar, the right posture and how to strum the strings. Often you also play your first chord, such as E minor or E major. With a teacher, you also discuss your goals and the music you want to play.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you take free guitar lessons online?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, YouTube and other video platforms have lots of free guitar lessons for beginners. There&#8217;s no fixed order and nobody sees your mistakes, so make your own practice plan.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Are online guitar lessons as good as lessons with a teacher?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Online guitar lessons are more flexible and you work at your own pace. A teacher, however, sees right away what goes wrong in your posture, strumming or fingering. Many guitarists combine both.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>At what age can you start guitar lessons?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most children can start from about age 6 or 7, on a smaller-size guitar. By then they usually have enough motor skills and concentration. For adults there is no age limit.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you get financial help for guitar or music lessons?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on where you live. In some places, the local council or a charity has a scheme for sports and culture that helps children take music lessons. Ask your local council what is available to you.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details lp-faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you take acoustic guitar lessons online?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, many online courses and videos focus specifically on acoustic guitar, with chords, strumming patterns and fingerpicking. 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