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Why Choose AB Music Studios for Music Lessons?

Here at AB Music Studios we have been teaching Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley musicians since 1981! All of our teachers have been teaching music for over ten years. Our music teachers are a great source of encouragement and feedback. They will guide through the process of learning to play music. They will show you proper techniques to help you become a better musician.

What musical instruments do you teach at AB Music Studios?

We teach piano, guitar, vocal, drums, bass, ukulele, violin, mandolin, banjo, cello, saxophone, clarinet, flute and trumpet. Many of our teachers play and teach multiple musical instruments.

Can I learn how to play an instrument by just going to YouTube without ever taking lessons?

Of Course, but music is a vast subject. For most people it’s hard to know where to begin. Self-taught musicians usually have a family member or somebody else that taught them for free. Many successful self-taught musicians grew up in a household with other musicians. Without taking any lessons a beginner can easily get frustrated and overwhelmed. A weekly lesson with a live teacher will keep you focused on your goal even on the weeks where you didn’t get much practicing done.

Can I take my lessons with a friend or family member?

Absolutely! Family members or a friend are welcome to join you in your lessons at anytime at no additional charge. Parents are also welcome to sit in on the lesson or even record the lesson at anytime.

What styles of music do you teach?

Here at AB Music Studios our teachers teach all styles of music – rock, pop, classical, blues, country, folk, metal, jazz, alternative, indie etc…

Can I learn to play the songs that I like?

Of course! Here at AB Music Studios are teachers will teach you how to read music and how to play any song. If we don’t already know how to play it we can listen to it and show you how to play it. Our goal is to keep you excited and playing the music that you love!

Can I meet my teacher first before committing to a month of lessons?

Absolutely! You can set up a time to meet your teacher and discuss your goals and their method of teaching before scheduling or paying for any lessons.

Do I have to learn to read music?

Reading music is not necessary to start learning the guitar but learning most instruments will require some music reading. All of our teachers can teach you to read music and also how to learn to play by ear. They will help you to develop your overall understanding of how music works.

How long does it take to learn to a musical instrument?

It really depends upon how much you practice. We recommend that a beginning student practices ½ hour per day. Within a few weeks of taking lessons you will be able to read some music and play some simple songs. As you become more advanced you may find yourself wanting to play and practice for hours each day. The more that you learn, you will see how much more there is to still learn. Playing music can be a lifetime of learning and improving!

Are there any books I need to buy?

Our music teachers use books and also their own materials. Each lesson is designed for each student and you can move at your own pace.

Can you teach me to write my own music?

Yes! Most of our teachers write and record their own music and have albums released on iTunes, Spotify etc… For our teachers songwriting is a passion and they would love to help you unlock your creativity!

I’m an intermediate to advanced player. Do you teach music theory?

Yes! Many musicians have played by ear for years but don’t really understand the basic mechanics of how music works. Sometimes in only a few lessons our teachers can show you things that could’ve taken a lifetime to figure out!

Am I too old to take music lessons?

This is a huge misconception adults have about learning something new. No you are not too old to learn to play music! We don’t believe that kids learn music any better than a senior. The difference is that kids aren’t telling themselves it can’t be done. They aren’t afraid try something new while making mistakes. If you are willing to take music lessons and practice each day you can become a great musician regardless of your age! Most musicians learn the majority of what they know in the first few years of playing.

Is my child too young to play the music?

We recommend music lessons from 4 years of age and older. We’ve taught students younger than age 4 who have done well but we recommend younger students start on piano or ukulele. A ukulele is similar to the guitar but much smaller and easier for little fingers to make chords. All of our guitar teachers also teach ukulele! As your child grows it will be a natural and easy transition to learning the guitar.