Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Mountain View, CA

Taylor Phelps is a versatile guitarist and dedicated music educator with over eight years of teaching experience. Originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, Taylor holds a Bachelor of Music in Studio Music and Jazz from the University of Tennessee. His musical journey began at just four years old with his first guitar, sparking a lifelong passion for creativity, performance, and sharing music with others. Throughout his career, Taylor has taught students of all ages and skill levels across a variety of instruments, including guitar, piano, bass, drums, and ukulele. His teaching philosophy emphasizes patience, curiosity, and joy—encouraging students to build a strong foundation while exploring their own unique voice. In addition to his work as an instructor, Taylor has extensive experience performing in a wide range of musical settings, including jazz combos, rock bands, touring acts, studio recording sessions, and collaborative songwriting projects. He brings this real-world experience into each lesson, helping students connect their practice to authentic musical expression. Now based in San Francisco, he’s excited to connect with new students and be part of a vibrant and creative music community.

Harmonizing passion and precision, I offer guitar instruction for all levels. As a professional musician with 5 years of teaching experience, I tailor lessons to your goals, ensuring a fun yet focused learning journey. Unlock your musical potential today!

As a professional guitarist of over 2 decades, I am always seeking to teach and assist others in unlocking their true musical potential. Whether you want to be well- versed in classical, rock, blues, or jazz, we can create an organized plan to get you to where you want to be with the guitar.

Unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar lessons! As a recording artist with 5 years of teaching experience, I tailor instruction to your goals. Let's make music together!

Rock guitarist specializing in electric and acoustic. Berklee College of Music and Musicians Institute (GIT) trained. Focus on musicianship — note choice, timing, and phrasing over pure technique. Relatable and goal-oriented lessons that meet you where you are musically.

With years of playing experience in various settings, including church worship, garage bands, dances, and weddings, I bring a wealth of musical knowledge. As a top-tier guitar teacher, I am dedicated to making you the best guitarist you can be. Let's unlock your full potential and take your skills to new heights together!

Hi, I'm Kyle Kartchner! I'm a musician with 7 years of recording and performance experience under my belt. If you're looking to get some experience with recording, or if you need help expanding your chord vocabulary, or you keep getting stuck on that one Led Zeppelin solo that you just can't get down no matter what you try, I'm here to help you out! I've seen and made mistakes of all kinds when approaching the guitar, so I know myself all those blocks that may be holding you back from playing the songs that you've always dreamed of. It just takes dedication, and the right guide to set you on your path forward. So if you're interested, follow me on this guitar journey and get ready to explore the fretboard, together.

Music has always been my greatest passion, and for the past decade, I've been fortunate to share that passion with aspiring guitarists. As a touring artist, I bring real-world experience and a deep understanding of musical theory to each lesson.

My journey as a touring artist ignited a passion to help others find their musical voice. With 25 years of experience, I bring a unique blend of artistry and expertise to every guitar lesson. Let's unlock your musical potential together!