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About
LOCATED IN OMAHA, NE. If you are looking for local in person lessons outside of the Omaha area, I would encourage you to consider taking my online lessons! I will provide you with a unique and unequaled professional level learning experience in the privacy, comfort and convenience of your own home! I have several online National students (including kids that started with no prior experience!).
I have over 35 years of teaching experience and graduated from Musician’s Institute in 1991. I studied under guitar greats Nick Nolan, Steve Trovato, Norman Brown, and Jennifer Batten (Guitarist for Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck!) to name a few! I teach most styles from beginner to advanced and specialize in Blues, Blues Rock, Rock, Fusion and Country. I also teach harmony and theory, sight reading and ear training. I also offer gift certificates for lessons!
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 80 times
15 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
37 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 pm - 5:00 pmMon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Interested musical styles
Guitar type
Acoustic
Electric
Work location
My customers travel to me
I work remotely (phone or internet)
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Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Alex S.
Jun 11, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Erik has been a fantastic guitar teacher. From the beginning, he listened closely to understand where I’m at and what my long-term goals are. He does a great job turning that into lessons and practice assignments that feel directly applicable and really help me improve.
He’s professional, patient, and clearly cares about helping his students make progress. I’d highly recommend Erik to anyone looking for an awesome guitar teacher.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • Country • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location
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Maggie M.
Sep 20, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I’ve been taking lessons with Erik for about a month, and it’s been great! He explains things clearly and makes learning fun. I’ve already improved my playing so much! Erik is passionate, talented, and has a very cool studio! I'd highly recommend him to any other young woman wanting to learn guitar!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Acoustic • Rock • Country • Folk • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location
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Shon W.
Sep 28, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I really was not sure about taking lessons on-line. I am an older student and worried about being able to learn from someone who was not in the room with me.
Erik has been wonderful! He is patient, positive and no matter how badly I mess up, he remains encouraging. He gives great tips for getting through challenges and sets obtainable practice goals.
Originally I planned to engage in lessons for the summer (I started in July), but have enjoyed lessons so much that I will continue as long as my schedule will allow. I just shared with Erik that my job is pretty stressful, but my practice time and my time with him during lessons have become my “happy” place.
I highly recommend him as a teacher.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Nimisha M.
Sep 29, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I have been taking online guitarlessons with Erik for over 2 months now and I can say that there is a significant transformation in my guitar playing. From the very first lesson, Erik created a welcoming and supportive atmosphere that made me feel comfortable and tailors the lesson to my individual needs and areas that I need working on. Erik is also very flexible and is willing to work with your schedule and the direction that you want to grow in. Highly recommend Erik!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Classical • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Chris D.
Jun 30, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I’ve enjoyed Erik’s online lessons for a few months now.
His “game plan” for learning to play the guitar is straightforward and understandable.
I really like Erik’s approach to learning. How he breaks down the lesson plans that helps track my progress
Details: 45 - 64 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Electric • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Erik Davis
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer gift certificates if you’re thinking about getting guitar lessons as a gift for someone!!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I tailor my lessons based on my student’s experience and what they are looking for. I teach anything from songs to advanced theory, reading and ear training!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
1991 graduate of Musicians Institute. I’ve taught for decades at several different music/guitar stores.
