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Guitar Lessons

From first chord
to center stage.

Learn guitar through a structured program that takes you from beginner basics to advanced playing. Three levels, clear milestones, and songs you actually want to play.

Find my level See the 3 levels
Format
1-on-1 private
Session
60 min weekly
Ages
8 and up
From
₱500 / hour
Inside a lesson

A real session at the Angeles City studio.

Complete beginners

Never held a guitar? Level 1 starts with posture, tuning and your first chords.

Self-taught players

Know some chords but feel stuck? We'll fill the gaps and place you where you belong.

Parents

Monthly progress updates and video checkpoints, so you can see exactly what your child is learning.

The three levels

Three levels, one path.

Each level builds on the one before. Not sure where you fit? The student assessment recommends a level for you.

Hand fretting a chord on a guitar neck Most students start here
Level 01Beginner

The Foundation

Get comfortable with the instrument, learn the chords every song is built on, and finish this level playing complete songs from start to end.

Who it's for

  • Complete beginners, ages 8 and up
  • Players who know a few chords but can't finish a song
  • Adults returning after a long break

Skills covered

  • Tuning on your own and proper posture
  • Open chords: major, minor, dominant 7th
  • 4/4 strumming and rhythm timing
  • Reading guitar TAB and chord charts

Expected outcomeTune your guitar on your own, keep good posture, and play 5 to 10 recognizable songs from start to finish.

Duration
3–6 months
Package
12 sessions
Monthly
₱2,000
Full package
₱6,000
View Level 1 curriculum Enroll in Level 1
Guitarist's hand moving along the neck of an electric guitar
Level 02Intermediate

Fretboard Freedom

Break out of the first few frets. Play barre chords with confidence, find your way around the whole neck, and start playing lead.

Who it's for

  • Level 1 graduates
  • Players comfortable with open chords and full songs
  • Self-taught players who want theory to click

Skills covered

  • Barre chords with E and A roots
  • CAGED system and fretboard navigation
  • Pentatonic scales and lead basics
  • Fingerstyle patterns, keys and chord relationships

Expected outcomeLearn songs on your own much faster, play along with backing tracks, and improvise basic solos over common chord progressions.

Duration
6–12 months
Package
20 sessions
Monthly
₱2,400
Full package
₱12,000
View Level 2 curriculum Enroll in Level 2
Guitarist performing on stage under spotlights
Level 03Advanced

Mastery & Performance

Speed, feel and your own voice on the instrument. Advanced lead technique, extended harmony, songwriting, and getting ready for the studio and stage.

Who it's for

  • Level 2 graduates
  • Gigging players and band members
  • Players aiming to record or perform

Skills covered

  • Bends, vibrato, tapping and sweep picking
  • Extended chords: 7ths, 9ths, sus, diminished
  • Modal improvisation and advanced fingerstyle
  • Songwriting, recording prep and live performance

Expected outcomeStage- and studio-ready playing: complex arrangements, expressive soloing, and technical pieces played with musicality.

Duration
12+ months
Package
24 sessions
Monthly
₱2,800
Full package
₱16,800
View Level 3 curriculum Enroll in Level 3
Full curriculum

Exactly what you'll learn.

11 modules across the three levels. Songs inside each module are chosen around your taste.

Level 1 · The Foundation Modules 1–4

M01 Getting startedGuitar anatomy, posture, tuning
  • Parts of the guitar and how to hold it: sitting and standing posture
  • Holding the pick, fretting-hand position and avoiding tension
  • Tuning by ear and with a clip-on tuner
  • Building a 15-minute daily practice routine
M02 Open chordsThe shapes behind most songs
  • Major open chords: G, C, D, E, A
  • Minor open chords: Em, Am, Dm
  • Dominant 7th chords: G7, D7, E7, A7
  • Clean chord changes and the "one-minute changes" drill
M03 Rhythm & strummingKeeping time in 4/4
  • Counting beats, down-strokes and up-strokes
  • Five essential 4/4 strumming patterns
  • Playing with a metronome and a backing track
  • Muting and accents for a fuller sound
M04 Reading & first songsTAB, chord charts, full songs
  • Reading guitar TAB and chord diagrams
  • Single-note melodies and simple riffs
  • Song structure: verse, chorus, bridge
  • Level 1 checkpoint: perform 5 full songs (video recorded)

Level 2 · Fretboard Freedom Modules 5–8

M05 Barre chordsMovable major and minor shapes
  • E-root and A-root barre shapes, major and minor
  • Building hand strength without strain
  • Power chords and palm muting
  • Moving any song to a new key
M06 Fretboard navigationThe CAGED system
  • Note names across all six strings
  • The five CAGED shapes and how they connect
  • Finding the same chord in five places on the neck
  • Octave shapes and quick note-finding drills
M07 Lead guitar fundamentalsPentatonic scales and first solos
  • Five pentatonic patterns, minor and major
  • Hammer-ons, pull-offs and slides
  • Phrasing, call-and-response and simple licks
  • Improvising over 12-bar blues and pop progressions
M08 Fingerstyle & theoryKeys, scales and chord relationships
  • Fingerpicking patterns and Travis picking
  • Major scale construction and key signatures
  • Diatonic chords and the Nashville number system
  • Level 2 checkpoint: solo over a backing track (video recorded)

Level 3 · Mastery & Performance Modules 9–11

M09 Advanced lead techniqueSpeed, expression, control
  • Bends, vibrato and expressive phrasing
  • Alternate and economy picking for speed
  • Tapping and sweep-picking mechanics
  • Building a personal practice plan for technique
M10 Harmony & improvisationExtended chords and modes
  • Extended voicings: 7ths, 9ths, suspended and diminished
  • Modes and when to use them
  • Improvising over chord changes in rock, blues and jazz
  • Advanced polyphonic fingerstyle arrangements
M11 Songwriting, studio & stageBecoming a complete musician
  • Writing and arranging original songs
  • Tone shaping: amps, pedals and recording setup
  • Studio recording prep and playing to a click
  • Final checkpoint: live performance at the student showcase
Pricing

Clear prices. Three ways to pay.

Pay per hour, per month, or save with the full-level package. Fees are paid before or on the first lesson of each billing cycle.

LevelPer hourMonthly · 4 sessionsFull package
Level 1 · The Foundation3–6 months ₱500 ₱2,000 ₱6,00012 sessions
Level 2 · Fretboard Freedom6–12 months ₱600 ₱2,400 ₱12,00020 sessions
Level 3 · Mastery & Performance12+ months ₱700 ₱2,800 ₱16,80024 sessions
Pay by cash, bank transfer (BDO, UnionBank) or GCash / Maya.
Reschedule for free with 24 hours' notice.
The full package covers the whole level and is the best value per session.
Schedule

Weekly 60-minute sessions

Lessons are by appointment, with a regular weekly slot you choose at enrollment. 30-minute sessions are available for younger kids.

Tue – Fri
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Monday
Closed

Pick your preferred day and time at enrollment. We'll confirm the slot with you before your first lesson.

Requirements

What you need

  • A guitar. Acoustic, electric or classical. No guitar yet? Ask us, as we can help you pick one.
  • A clip-on tuner and picks. Available at the shop.
  • 15–20 minutes of practice a day, 5 days a week.
  • Ages 8 and up. A parent or guardian enrolls students under 18.
  • Levels 2 and 3: completion of the previous level, or placement through the assessment.
Electric players: the studio has an amp. Bring your own cable if you have one.
Progress & parents

You'll always see the progress.

Clear milestones keep students motivated and give parents a clear view of how things are going.

Practice routine

15–20 minutes a day, 5 days a week. A weekly assignment sheet after every lesson.

Monthly check-ins

A short update on milestones reached and what's next.

Video checkpoints

A short recording of each finished module, shared with you.

Showcases

Twice-yearly recitals and studio jam sessions to build confidence on stage.

Your instructor

Lester

Lester is a guitarist and the luthier behind Lester Guitar Custom Shop in Angeles City. Every lesson is one-on-one with him, and songs are picked around the music you actually like.

Because he also sets up and repairs guitars, he'll make sure your instrument is easy to play. That matters most for beginners, since a hard-to-play guitar is a common reason people give up.

  • Rock, blues, jazz and acoustic fingerstyle
  • Kids, teens and adults, from first chord to performance
  • Founder and luthier, Lester Guitar Custom Shop
More about Lester
FAQ

Questions we get a lot.

Do I need my own guitar?

Yes, you'll need one to practice at home. Bring it to every lesson. If you don't have one yet, tell us in the assessment and we'll recommend options for your budget.

Can complete beginners join?

Absolutely. Level 1 assumes no experience at all.

How do you decide my level?

The student assessment asks about your experience and what you can already play. Most students get a level recommendation right away. If your answers are mixed, we'll check with you first, and sometimes listen to you play at the first session.

Can I enroll directly in Level 2?

Yes, if the assessment shows you're ready, for example you play full songs, use barre chords and read TAB.

How long does each level take?

Level 1 usually takes 3–6 months, Level 2 6–12 months, and Level 3 12 months or more, depending on practice time.

What happens if I miss a class?

Give at least 24 hours' notice and we'll reschedule. Late cancellations and no-shows are forfeited. See studio policies.

Are there age requirements?

Students should be 8 or older. A parent or guardian completes enrollment for anyone under 18.

Do you offer weekend classes?

Yes, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Find your level in 2 minutes.

Answer a few questions about your playing. Most students can go straight on to enrollment.

Start the assessment