Welcome to

Buffalo's School of Guitar

Our Programs Suit All Ages 7+, All levels, and budgets

THE SCHOOL OF GUITAR METHOD

Most schools rent space.
We deliver results.

Many music schools rely on independent teachers working in rented rooms. That means teaching quality can vary from one teacher to another.

We built a system. Every teacher at The School of Guitar is trained, coached, and developed to deliver consistent results using a proven method backed by 80,000+ hours of teaching feedback.

🎸 Teacher training

🎸 Ongoing coaching

🎸 Proven teaching method

🎸 Consistent student results

Our Core Advantages

Flexible Schedule

We use a gym model for guitar lessons at Buffalo’s School of Guitar. This gives even people with busy schedules the flexibility they need to learn the guitar.

Tested and proven curriculum

At the School of Guitar, lessons are designed around a skillset-based curriculum that has been tested and received over 60k hours of feedback. You won’t be our guinea pig—we know how to get the result.

Choose Your Path

We will create an action plan to close the gap between where you are on the guitar and where you want to go. Whether it’s learning your favorite songs, playing lead guitar, fingerpicking, or anything else, we have you covered.

Trained Teachers

Unlike many other schools in Buffalo, NY, all teachers at the School of Guitar get training to become better teachers and keep up to date with changes to the curriculum. This provides students with a high-quality, consistent experience no matter who they learn from.

Jams and showcases

At the School of Guitar, we offer students the chance to participate in jams and our optional student showcases at no extra cost. This allows students to transition from bedroom warriors to performing musicians.

Student Reviews

Buffalo's School Of Guitar

4.9

Based on 31 reviews

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Carrie Cohen

2 years ago

A fun, low pressure place to learn guitar. I'm a super busy adult learner and appreciate the accommodating schedule and patient teachers.

Fred P.

3 years ago

So far it’s been a great experience, definitely recommend these guys 👍👍

Maria Potter

3 years ago

Chris, I think that this is a very professional school that does a very good job of teaching. With a very good use of examples and methods. I will recommend Rochester School of Guitar to my family and friends.

Ronald Meulendyk

3 years ago

I tried learning on line but that wasn't working until i found Chris and his staff. They had me playing the chords correctly which made a huge difference. The one on one teaching is excellent and what i needed. highly recommended.

Anna allen

3 years ago

just spoke to Chris , he was totally rude he was trying to be a salesman and wanted 275 dollars a month for lessons 2× a week I only wanted to go 1 time...folks look elsewhere..don't waste your time here.

Ronald Phillips

3 years ago

I just retired and always wanted to learn how to play the guitar. Started up with Chris and his team a few months ago and I am amazed at the progress I am making. They make it challenging (but not overwhelming) and fun. Highly recommend!

Dawson Marshall

3 years ago

It’s been a great experience learning how to play the guitar here! I absolutely love the environment, very welcoming and laid back! I went in not knowing how to play anything and today i am able to work on any piece of music that interests me! Anybody thinking about learning how to play should definitely consider signing up with Rochester school of guitar! Chris has a great staff at both locations I absolutely love this place

Joshua Nagy

3 years ago

Rochester's School of Guitar is fantastic. At the time of this review I've been attending classes for almost 2 years, and it's been a very positive experience me. The material and structure has allowed me to improve my guitar skills faster than I ever did on my own. And it's not just for beginners looking to start guitar for the first time. The fretboard classes offered are great for intermediate and advanced players looking to take there playing to the next level.

Vincent James Nenno

3 years ago

Rochester School of Guitar has been a really great experience for learning guitar. Chris and the instructors have a great system to make sure you're achieving your goals and progressing as a guitar player while still having fun and not being overwhelmed. The classes are always enjoyable, helpful, and leave you motivated to keep playing while also giving you the necessary knowledge and tools to practice at home and keep making progress. Would recommend them to anyone at any skill level!