Start Playing Guitar with Confidence.
A welcoming introduction for complete beginners and adults returning after a long break.
If you have always wanted to play guitar but did not know where to start, this course gives you a clear, friendly path. Over six weeks you will build the habits and techniques that make playing feel natural, and you will finish able to play a simple song with steady rhythm.
Choose your class dates
Each scheduled group runs the full six-week course on its own dates. Seats shown reflect real enrollment.
Wednesdays, 6:00–7:00 PM, starting Nov 4
Enrollment openLive Musicians Co Op, Studio C, 835 Piner Rd Ste D, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
6:00–7:00 PM
Six lessons: Wed, Nov 4, 2026, Wed, Nov 11, 2026, Wed, Nov 18, 2026, Wed, Nov 25, 2026, Wed, Dec 2, 2026, Wed, Dec 9, 2026
Maximum six students. Each course requires at least four paid students to run.
What you will practice
Is this class right for you?
Complete beginners and adults returning after a long break. No previous musical experience required.
Prerequisites
None. This course assumes no prior experience. You only need an acoustic guitar, a tuner, and a willingness to practice a little each day.
Six-week curriculum
A clear week-by-week path. Progress depends on your practice and starting point.
- 01
Holding the guitar, tuning, basic technique, and reading chord diagrams
- 02
Essential open chords and clear fretting
- 03
Steady strumming, rhythm, and smoother chord changes
- 04
Applying chords and rhythm to a simple song
- 05
Additional useful chords and strumming patterns
- 06
Playing a complete simple song and building a continued practice plan
Outcome: Build a foundation for playing simple songs with basic chords and steady rhythm.
Your instructor, Julian Hoover
Julian Hoover brings over 30 years of guitar-playing experience and a BA in Jazz and World Music from San Francisco State University, with live and studio work across blues, rock, funk, jazz, gospel, reggae, and acoustic styles.
His teaching focuses on practical, enjoyable learning with clear explanations and real music.
More about JulianWhat is included
- Six weekly, one-hour group lessons
- A structured curriculum with a clear outcome
- Personal feedback in a group of no more than six
- $240 for the complete course, paid in full at registration
What to bring
- An acoustic guitar
- A tuner
- A notepad
All five courses are designed for acoustic guitar. No amplifier or electric guitar required.
Frequently asked questions
I have never touched a guitar before. Is this course right for me?
Yes. Intro to Guitar is designed for complete beginners. We start with how to hold the guitar and tune it, and build from there.
Do I need to read music?
No. We use chord diagrams and simple rhythm notation that we will explain together in class.
How much should I practice between lessons?
A short daily practice of 15 to 20 minutes is far more effective than one long weekly session. Consistency builds the muscle memory that makes playing feel easy.
Reserve your seat
Six weekly one-hour lessons, $240 for the complete course. Paid in full at registration.
Choose your class dates