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About
Nothing is more satisfying than hearing yourself playing or writing a song that moves and inspires you!
With over 20 years of playing guitar, I am sharing what I’ve learned to students of all ages and experience levels! I have been teaching guitar privately since 2017 and specialize in giving lessons online from my studio over Zoom with multiple HD cameras and audio for the best experience possible. I only offer lessons online because it makes more tools available to me that I cannot use in-person and it gives me the time to teach even more students.
Giving guitar lessons is not a side job, it is how I make a living so I dedicate myself to my students and what they need. We can work on learning songs, songwriting, soloing, improvising, jamming, fingerpicking, music theory, gear and more!
As one of my students, we will focus not only on how to play guitar, but how to have fun as we learn and follow a custom lesson plan I’ve made specifically for you that includes PDF, MP3 and Guitar Pro file downloads. Even if you have no previous experience!
The first 30-minute lesson is free so we can get introduced and I can learn about your goals. The following prices for new students are…
30 minutes - $30 per lesson
45 minutes - $45 per lesson
60 minutes - $60 per lesson
No hidden costs, no additional fees!
You can also see more on my website or YouTube Channel, Dan Essaf Music, where I have free guitar tutorial videos for learning too that I post often!
Whether you are a first time player or stuck in a rut after many years of playing, I am here to guide you! And if you have questions, let’s talk!
Overview
Hired 51 times
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Credit card, PayPal, and Stripe.
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Services offered
Interested musical styles
Rock
Blues
Country
Folk
Guitar type
Acoustic
Electric
Work location
I work remotely (phone or internet)
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Michael A.
Feb 22, 2022
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Phenomenal teacher. Dan provides exceptional explanation, guidance, and knowledge of the guitar, while also a blast to hang with and learn from for an hour. Huge improvements within just the first three lessons.
Always prompt and great lesson follow-up instructions. I travel but don’t have to miss any lessons with Dan’s online setup.
Highly recommend!
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No formal training • Yes, can read music staff • Electric • Rock • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Thea K.
Feb 2, 2023
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My daughter Jayden used to go to guitarlessons in person and Dan made the transition to online/zoom lesson very smoothly! He is very knowledgeable and dedicated. I really appreciate the updates and reminders every week. Thank you!!
Details: 10 - 13 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
Dan Essaf Online Guitar Lessons's reply
Thanks Thea! Jayden is a pleasure to teach and I’m always glad to see her excitement playing!
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Jessica t.
Jun 29, 2019
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Both of my kids 11 and 10 years of age take lessons with Daniel. He’s great with the kids and they look forward to their next lesson. He’s super laidback back and knowledgeable.
I love the added benefit that the lessons are taken in our home.
Details: 10 - 13 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • The guitar teacher travels to me
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Megan S.
Nov 9, 2021
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My daughter (10 yrs) absolutely thrives in Essaf's music lessons. He's not only teaching her basics in guitar, but something he is doing is teaching her to love music. She looks forward to the lessons each week. I appreciate the email follow-ups with ways I can support her music. We would both highly recommend Dan Essaf's Music.
Details: 10 - 13 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Classical • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Country • Yes, the student has an instrument • 30 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet) • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
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Steve M.
Apr 25, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
I retired a few years ago and was looking for a new hobby and decided on learning to play the guitar. Daniel responded quickly to my request for information and I decided to take my first lesson with him. My first lesson was very informative and very comfortable as Daniel is very patient with new students.
Daniel is a very talented musician and has the ability to work with those who have never picked or plucked a string before - like me. He makes playing the guitar fun and his teaching method is easy to understand especially when you're the proverbial "old dog" trying to learn a new trick.
I highly recommend Daniel to anyone who is considering playing the guitar no matter if it's a child, teen, adult or senior.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, cannot read music • No formal training • Electric • Rock • Country • Blues • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • As soon as possible • Conducting initial research • I travel to the guitar teacher • The guitar teacher travels to me
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
As for discounts, I am giving the first 30-minute lesson free for new students!
All of my costs are upfront with no hidden fees or charges for virtual lessons!
30 minutes - $30 per lesson
45 minutes - $45 per lesson
60 minutes - $60 per lesson
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When it comes to new students I first want to answer any initial questions they have and to get to know them a little bit. I want to learn about their skill level (even absolute beginners), what music they like and want to play and figure out the best route to achieve their goals!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been playing music for over 20 years now, primarily guitar and piano. Learning how to play my favorite songs and to write new songs became a passion in my life as I explored both the self-taught route and private lessons to improve my lessons and learn more about music. That experience in both in and out of personal instruction gives me bigger insight into what the average student needs and how they can skip potential pitfalls.
