Interested in learning to play guitar?

Learn how I can help you get started!

Imagine Grubhub but for music - that's me! I am a beginner and intermediate guitar instructor. My local offerings and monthly discounted rates for in-home visits in south Brooklyn and online are listed below. Outside of my local area I only offer 1 hour  in-home lessons at  $100 each session. With me you get to learn and jam in the comfort of your own home and at your own pace. You are welcome  to book a trial session. Feel free to reach out if any questions come up.
My main goal is that students end up with enough skills to be able to grow on their own. In our lessons we cover proper technique, how read chord charts, tabs and music notation. We also work on developing good rhythm, we go over different strum patterns, fingerpicking patterns and cover a basic understanding of music theory. We use exercises and songs as tools to develop and to have a better understanding of the guitar and music. 

Lesson Options

1 Hr. Lessons

1 hour - $85 per lesson 
In-home or online paid on the day of each lesson.

45 Min. Lessons

45 minutes - $75 per lesson 
In-home or online paid on the day of each lesson.

1 hr. Lessons - Monthly Rate

1 hour lessons - $320 per calendar month (equates to $80 per lesson, a savings of $20 and a bonus lesson on 5 week months)* To be paid on the day of the first lesson of each month

45 Min. Lessons - Monthly Rate

45 min lessons $280 per month (equates to $70 per lesson, a savings of $20 and a bonus lesson on 5 week months)* To be paid on the day of the first lesson of each month

Reviews

“We are so grateful to have found such a warm, kind and talented teacher for our 13 year old daughter. Our daughter looks forward to her weekly lessons with Marcela. Her talent and ability to tailor lessons to suit our daughters skill level and interests have made the learning process both enjoyable and effective! Our daughter’s musical journey has been enriched in ways we couldn’t have imagined, thanks to her wonderful teacher, Marcela.’’

Chaya Goldberger

Ursula Verduzco

“I am so thankful for the expertise and guidance of my teacher Marcela Rivera. It has been only a few months taking a session with her, but I can already feel more at ease with my guitar.
I so look forward to taking a weakly session with her. She is knowledgeable, patient, kind, fun and wise.

I cannot recommend her enough
You are going to love taking class with her.
Thank you Marcela.

Always greatful.

Ursula Verduzco’’

Jessica Castro 

“Marcela is an amazing instructor! Our lessons were the highlight of my week. Not only is she warm and incredibly kind, she’s an amazing musician and artist. She excels as a teacher and is so good at giving instructions, working through challenges, and most of all, inspiring others! She made sure to check in with me every week and always encouraged me to send her songs that i wanted to learn. She kept me so engaged and made me actually want to practice! Cannot recommend highly enough.”
“Marcela is an amazing teacher.
She has so much patience and my kids learned to play the guitar”

Gitty K

Chavi Rokeach

“Marcela has taught my daughter since she was 12 years old and she’s now 16.
She is an amazing teacher, and really brings out the creativity of the student making it very individual.
My daughter absolutely loves her lessons, and her passion has gotten definitely stronger with the help of Marcela.
I would totally recommend Marcella and she is very trustworthy and pleasant.
It is an honor to review her as we definitely think very highly of her.”

Regan Glover

“Marcela is an excellent teacher. She is thorough, kind, explains things very clearly and makes the learning process fun for guitar players of any level. I highly recommend her.”

Esther Salmon

“Marcela is teaching my 8 year old son to play the ukulele. He looks forward to his weekly lessons and is learning so much.”

Mrs. Weinberger 

“We are incredibly grateful to have found such a kind and fun guitar teacher for our daughter. Her nurturing and patient approach has not only made learning the guitar a delightful experience but has also fostered a genuine love for music in our child. We couldn't be happier with the positive impact this teacher has had on our daughter's musical journey. Highly recommended for parents seeking a supportive and enjoyable learning environment!”

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