​Acoustic, Electric & Bass Guitar for Ages 7 Through Adult​​

Patient, Custom-Tailored Guitar Instruction

Guitar Buying Recommendations

​Private Guitar Lessons in Santa Ana

      "Our son, daughter, niece, and nephews have learned guitar with Mark for the past four months. They've enjoyed practicing every day the scales, theory, and especially the favorite songs that they got to choose or request. They always look forward to meet with Mark for new lessons every week."

                                         - Trang Nguyen, Westminster, CA

Choosing a properly sized guitar is essential for comfortable playing and steady progress. Here are a few proven options I frequently recommend:

  • Adults & Full-Size Players: Grand concert acoustic guitars, nylon-string classical guitars, or thin-body electric-acoustics (like the Yamaha APX series) offer great sound and playability.
  • Ages 7 to 12 (Younger Learners): Compact 3/4-size guitars like the Little Martin or Yamaha Student Series (CGS103A) provide a comfortable fit for smaller hands.


Try Before You Buy! Unsure which instrument is right for you or your child? I keep all of these recommended models in my studio so students can try them out in person during a lesson to find their perfect fit before buying. Feel free to ask me for personalized gear advice!

What Makes My Guitar Program Unique

  • Proprietary Curriculum: A custom guitar course refined over decades to get you playing comfortably and confidently.
  • Fun Backing Tracks: Practice with professional audio backing tracks that make every session feel like a live performance.
  • Improvisation & Songwriting: Master ear training, solos, and practical theory so you can create your own music.
  • All Genres & Ages: Rock, blues, jazz, pop, and fingerstyle for ages 7 through adult.
  • Lesson Format & Pace: Weekly 30-minute private lessons in my central Santa Ana studio (near Euclid & Edinger) or live online—offering the ideal balance of new material and steady home practice.


Watch the Guitar Lesson Sampler video below to see students in action: