Online Guitar Lessons for Adults 30+

Blues, Rock & Jazz Mastery

Stop guessing on YouTube. Unlock the music theory and improv skills to play what you love. Get a clear, customized path with 1-on-1 online lessons from Dan Dresnok—author and instructor to 10,000+ students. 

"Responds within 24 hours" 

My Method: 

The 6 Habits of Guitar Mastery  

Over 30 years and 10,000 students, I’ve refined a system that cuts through the noise. We don’t just learn songs - we build a musical foundation using six specific focus areas. 

1. Rhythm  - We'll master strumming, picking, and timing so you can lock into the beat of any song. 

2. Chords (Harmony)  - You'll learn how to build chords and move them across the entire neck with confidence. 

3. All Things Scales & Modes  - We'll break down the fretboard patterns you need to improvise and play solos in any key. 

4. Arpeggios  - You’ll learn to play the individual notes within a chord to make your solos sound more professional and melodic. 

5. Repertoire & Set Lists  - We'll build a solid list of full songs you can play from start to finish at home or on stage. 

6. Specialized Studies  - We'll cover advanced skills like reading music, ear training, and songwriting based on your specific goals. 

Study Materials & Setup 

Everything you need to succeed from your home studio.

• PDFs: No need to buy books. I'll email you custom PDFs during each lesson for reference and clarity. 

• Google Meet: High-def video chat made easy. If you can click a link, you can take a lesson. All you need is your guitar and a laptop. 

Your Current Level & Next Steps 

Starting From Scratch 

You don’t know anything about the guitar or how to play yet. We’ll start with the absolute basics: reading tab, playing chords, and strumming. You will be playing and understanding your guitar after the very first lesson.

Beginner 

You’ve spent a few months (or even years) practicing, but you’re still at a beginner level. If you’ve been trying to learn from YouTube, you’re probably feeling frustrated. We’ll clean up your fundamentals, get you on the right track with songs, and start soloing with basic scales.

Intermediate 

You know the basics and have a few songs in progress, but your playing doesn't sound right yet—usually due to clunky strumming or poor soloing skills. Your blues isn’t very bluesy, you hit wrong notes, and you’re often unsure of the key. These issues are common and easy to fix. We will focus on rhythm, scales, soloing techniques, and better chord shapes to get you to an advanced level.

Advanced 

You know the fretboard, basic chords, modes, and scales. You have good technique, but your soloing has gone stale and you’re stuck in a rut. You’re slow at figuring out relative keys, your blues doesn’t sound authentic, and you might feel intimidated by jazz. If you’re using the same strum pattern for every song, I can help.

Don’t worry—I will help you solve ALL of these issues.

Whichever level you fit into, we'll fix and improve your guitar skills. I’ve helped guitarists of all levels become their best guitar selves for over 30 years. I am 100% positive we can do that for you, too.

Connect with Dan to start your lessons. 

"Responds within 24 hours" 

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

• Are online guitar lessons as good as in-person lessons? Yes, online lessons are often better than in-person lessons. You avoid driving, family members & pets, and outside distractions. This allows us to focus completely on your guitar playing.

• What video chat program will we use for our lessons? We'll use Google Meet which is free to use. You don’t need to download, install, or register anything. 

• How do I (the student) receive the printout lessons, like the tabs, songs, chords, etc.? I (Dan) have 100's of lesson PDFs all ready for you! I’ll email you the relevant lesson PDFs during our lessons. I'll also make you custom PDFs as-needed during our lessons.

• How can we talk to each other in-between lessons, like with an important question or a scheduling issue? My students can text or call me anytime.

• How does the payment work? Simple, pay-as-you-go via Zelle. 

• How long is each lesson? Each lesson is one-hour long.

• What days are available lesson days? I teach weekdays - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday. Please get in touch with me for current openings.

• What styles of music do you specialize in, Dan? I specialize in blues, jazz, rock, & bluegrass.   

• Where do you live, Dan? I live North of Atlanta, GA. My time zone is Eastern (EST). I have students all over the US.

About Me

I’m Dan Dresnok, published author of four guitar method books and a professional teacher with over 30 years of experience. I’ve taught over 10,000 students both online and in-person, drawing from my background as a performer, session guitarist, and clinic moderator. I specialize in helping adult learners master jazz, blues, rock, and music theory. 

Testimonials

"I've tried several guitar teachers over the past several years, but no one could show me how to put it all together until I met Dan. Now I can play lead, learn songs off the radio, and write my own songs. He's absolutely worth it!" -Charles C. (April 2014)

"I've been learning with Dan via Google Meet since last year. His knowledge of music theory is outstanding. He has an engaging personality that makes each session the highlight of a busy week." -Doug S. (July 2017)

"Dan is great at helping you improve on the things that YOU want to improve on. Really a super easy teacher to work with." -David H. (June 2014)

"I've had a number of guitar teachers over the years - Dan is by far the best! He is extremely knowledgeable, can teach any style, is flexible with his schedule and fun to work with. Thank you Dan!" -John S. (December 2023)

"Dan is an excellent teacher. He helped me get to a place where I can play guitar with friends and know what I'm doing. Also, he's a good guy and easy to work with - I recommend him to anyone who wants to learn guitar!" -Don F. (January 2022)

"Responds within 24 hours"