Guitar Lessons Los Angeles

Scott’s specialties include rock, progressive metal and classical guitar.  He enjoys teaching students of all ages on both conventional 6-string, and 7-string instruments.  Scott’s gentle and organized style works equally well with complete beginners, or folks working on advanced theory concepts or metal techniques (sweep picking arpeggios, etc).

Scott’s approach is to zero in on a student’s musical goals, and then guide them through the songs and applied theory necessary to actualize the student’s full potential.  Scott draws inspiration from a wide range of influences, including, Guthrie Govan, John Petrucci, Michael Romeo, Gus G, and Kiko Loureiro.

When not teaching, Scott enjoys performing with rock bands, doing classical guitar gigs, and writing orchestral music.   Scott graduated from A.P.U. with a degree in guitar performance and classical composition.

In addition to studio and in-home lessons, Scott also offer guitar lessons via webcam (Skype).

*A bit of trivia:  Scott is completely mortified of sharks, even the toy-variety one finds in a swimming pool.

What students are saying about guitar lessons with Scott:

“Scott is a great teacher . . .  He makes complex material seem simple and easy to understand.  Every lesson I saw growth in my playing!”

- Felix P.

“Scott was my music instructor from the time I was in eighth grade, all the way through high school, and I am now pursuing a music degree in college.  Scott emphasized the importance of being a versatile player and exposed me to many different styles of music from rock to jazz to classical.  One of the most valuable things he gave me is a strong grounding in music theory, which gave me a new perspective on playing guitar, and gave me a head start on college music classes.  Scott has had a tremendous impact on me as a musician.”

-Ruben S.

Adam hails from the Pelican State. While the coincidence is fun, rest assured, we hired him for his ridiculous musical chops and easy laid-back teaching style. A multi-instrumentalist, Adam teaches guitar, banjo and dobro, and is equally adept with rock, country, jazz and bluegrass styles.

Adam graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelor’s Degree in music, also earning a degree in guitar performance from Hollywood’s Musicians Institute.

As a performer, Adam has toured with Rose’s Pawn Shop, and Jason Charles Miller, recently opening for country star, Gary Allan.

Adam’s favorite guitarists include Brent Mason, Tony Rice, Brian May, and John Scofield, an eclectic mix, befitting his diversity of stylistic interests. Adam’s banjo favorites include Scott Vestal, J.D. Crowe, Earl Scruggs, Bela Fleck, and Alison Brown; his dobro inspirations are Rob Ickes and Jerry Douglas.

Adam teaches:  Guitar Lessons, Banjo Lessons and Dobro Lessons

*Adam was a national merit scholar, and attributes this achievement to his diet of tomato and mayo sandwiches.

Ana studied classical guitar at Cal State Fullerton and went on to tour Europe as a member of their prestigious guitar orchestra.   As a guitarist and singer-songwriter, Ana has graced the stages of everywhere from the House of Blues to the U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria.   Along the way, she cultivated an interest in experimenting with world music styles, and incorporating these influences into her own music.  Ana is an enthusiastic and caring teacher who enjoys customizing fun lessons for her students, and witnessing them grow and progress.   Stylistically, she specializes in classical,  pop/rock, and  flamenco guitar, and especially enjoys working with students who like to play and sing.   Beginners are welcome!
*Ana also has extensive experience working with Autistic children.

*When not teaching or playing music, Ana enjoys painting portraits.  She also has, “a hard time saying no to a pair of shoes.”

What Red Pelican Music customers are saying about guitar lessons with Ana:

“The team over at Red Pelican Music is wonderful. I took guitar lessons as a kid and have always wanted to get back into it, but never really could find the time or was apprehensive . . . I’ve come a long way in just 4 weeks and am excited about the progress I’m making. My teacher (Ana), is the best –  patient, and always has new and different ways of helping me learn something when I’m struggling with it. Definitely recommend Red Pelican for anyone. . . !”

- Kyle H.
(Yelp)

Hubie loves two things:  a) teaching guitar, and b) the name “Berkeley,” regardless of how it is spelled.  He is a graduate of both U.C. Berkeley, and Boston’s Berklee College of Music!  Now he resides in Los Angeles, where he is a busy guitar instructor, session guitarist and songwriter.  Hubie reached the finals of MTV’s “Making His Band” where he auditioned for P Diddy’s touring band.  He’s performed with artists such as Jason Mraz, Marsha Ambrosius (Floetry) and Stephen Perkins (Jane’s Addiction), and has had his music featured on VH1 and MTV.

What Red Pelican Music customers are saying about guitar lessons with Hubie:

“Received a one hour guitar lesson from Red Pelican as a gift. Best gift ever.  Spoke with Brian to set everything up. Brian was amazing, and just the nicest guy ever. . . .Based on my musical tastes and goals, he recommended one of his instructors, Hubie, for my session. Hubie was PERFECT for me. He was very knowledgeable and patient. Within that hour he was able to cover a lot of the basics. He helped give me the starter foundation that I’ve been looking for. Thank you Brian and Hubie! I highly recommend Red Pelican Music!”
- Mike M.
(Google)

Australian native, Keppie, is both a graduate of Boston’s  Berklee College of Music and former faculty member in the Songwriting Department.  Since relocating to Los Angeles, Keppie has been busy teaching,  performing and composing.  She has recorded with Graham Ward (Paul McCartney, Pat Benetar, Jimmy Page), and John Mayer, who recently produced one of her songs!

John Mayer says - Keppie’s “voice is beautiful, just gorgeous. She’s like a contemporary female Nick Drake…and her guitar playing is so beautiful, so raw…”

The Boston Globe - “Keppie’s songs marry soul and folk so gorgeously, you’ll cheer when they get stuckon endless repeat on the jukebox in your brain.”

Joe is an accomplished guitarist and author based in Los Angeles, California.  Influenced by YES, Jeff Beck, Alan Holdsworth, John Mclaughlin, and many other rock, jazz and fusion artists, Joe toured extensively  in his native Brazil, and graduated from Boston’s Berklee College of Music in 2000.  Joe’s credits include projects with Vinnie Colaiuta, Dennis Chambers, Michael Breker, Barry Manilow, Chuck Loeb, Leann Rimes as well as producers Desmond Child (Kiss, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith) and John Shanks (Melissa Etheridge, Alanis Morissette, Fleetwood Mac, Celine Dion).

Joe has published two successful guitar books, “100 Ultimate Jazz Riffs for Guitar” and “Ultimate Latin Riffs” through  and is currently working on a series of new titles.

What Red Pelican Music customers are saying about guitar lessons with Joe:

“Miraculous results and fun.   As an older guitar student who had given up playing, I know what I’m talking about. I’ve taken lessons all my life, but never felt I was able to “play” the guitar – until Red Pelican’s Joe. His skill and knowledge are infectious. . .  He has brought me to a new level of comfort and proficiency that has been lacking in all my guitar lessons, from all my teachers, for all these years. My aural skills are finally developing at a terrific rate, as is my ability to let go of my fear of making mistakes. I just have fun – playing. He’s even taught me how to make my mistakes work! . . .  The time flies by, and I’ve “learned” so much I am amazed, in each and every lesson.”

Alan
(Google)