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I'm Adam, your guitar guide! I teach many styles of acoustic and electric guitar, ukulele, and bass guitar! Beginners are very welcome- This is the place to start! loaner gear available- I can help you pick out your new gear (I have the discount hookup too!) I teach you how to teach yourself, the right way- So we won't need lessons forever, but we will start playing actual songs right away! YOUR favorite music! I coach playing every style from rock and country to funk and pop. So go ahead and be the hit at the bonfire this summer!
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Hired 8 times
Serves Sterling Heights, MI
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12 years in business
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Karen Z.
Jun 22, 2026
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Adam is patient and knowledgeable. I look forward to every lesson because we have great time, and it almost feels like we are jamming instead of a lesson.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Country • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Maxwell M.
Jun 1, 2025
Adam inspired me to play everyday and provided me with enough material to keep me engaged with the guitar. He personalized my experience by having me choose the songs that I wanted to play and he could teach me ANY style. He is truly an expert. He also repaired my guitar. Before I wouldn’t even play it because it sounded terrible but after he finished with it, that guitar became my favorite sounding guitar, he’s phenomenal at repairs. It’s far better than when I bought it brand new. He was always looking out for me making sure that I had everything I needed to play my best. Adam opens his home and heart and tool box for his students he’s super selfless and a grateful person. He taught me everything I wanted to know. Adam did me so many favors you will not regret working with him.
Cal V.
Mar 24, 2025
Never took Guitarlessons before so i didn't know what to expect getting into it. After a few lessons with Adam i felt very confident in playing the guitar and music in general. Adam is very adaptive to how slow or fast you learn, and is very patient instructor. After taking lessons i feel he is unmatched as a teacher as well as his knowledge on all things guitar and music. 100% would recommend to anyone of all ages looking to learn to play for the first time, or hone their skills further past their current knowledge.
Marco g.
Apr 30, 2022
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Adam is the fourth guitar teacher that I have tried to work with. The first three left me feeling confused about concepts, gave extremely boring practice routines, and had no regard to the current skill level I was at, at the given times. I’ve been playing for around three years, I learned from tabs and I know some basic concepts of music theory. One lesson with Adam connected so many theory concepts together that I can apply. I could go on and on about the details of his method and how it is completely ideal for me, but I’ll just say he is great at assessing your skill level and giving you a clear path forward. I’ve only had one lesson with Adam but I learned more in one hour than I have in the past six months. My only regret is that I didn’t find him sooner. As long as he’s teaching, I’ll be paying for classes from him as often as I can.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Rock • Country • Blues • Folk • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Guitar Lessons
Lance M.
Mar 27, 2025
I went into guitar with Adam not knowing what a chord was. Today I'm very comfortable with the acoustic guitar thanks to Adam. Adam is professional, patient and this man can play!!!
If you're looking for guitarlessons, look no further Adam is your guy!
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Adam Deakin
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) basics of guitar
2) take-home notes and learning materials
3)customized song list made by working with you
4)set goals
5)learn new techniques and skills by playing YOUR favorite songs
6)learn how easy it can be to get creative with your guitar and even write your own music!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Experienced teacher and performing musician.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Guitar is my greatest love- my passion and was given to me by my father. I am honored to have the opportunity to teach you this amazing skill and above all- how absolutely amazing it feels to play and create music.
