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Lessons in Toronto

Teaching Toronto since 2003

Electric Guitar Lessons in Toronto & Online Anywhere

Play the music you love, from lesson one.

No filler. No boring exercises to start. You, an amazing teacher, and the music you actually want to play.

ABC Academy of Music has offered private electric guitar lessons in Toronto, Ontario since 2003. Experienced electric guitar teachers work from two locations: St. Clair West (12 Conway Ave) and Lawrence Park (2180 Bayview Ave, near Lawrence & Bayview), plus online across North America. Trial lessons start at $20; regular lessons are $55.38 (30 min) or $64.81 (45 min) or $72.55 (60 min). 4.8★ from 150 students on Google.

4.8 / 5 · 150+ students St. Clair West & Lawrence Park Teacher Match Guarantee 2 Toronto electric guitar lesson locations

We’ve been doing this for 23 years. If something isn’t working for you, we fix it.

Teen playing electric guitar at lesson

Pricing

Lesson options: start with $20

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Trial Lesson

$20 CAD

30-minute trial. At our studio or online. Perfect for getting started and seeing if we’re a good fit.

  • Meet your teacher
  • Learn fundamental technique
  • Play your first piece
  • Equipment guidance included
Perfect Teacher Match Guarantee
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At Our Studio

St. Clair West (12 Conway Ave) or Lawrence Park (2180 Bayview Ave).

Hands-on technique correction
Professional instruments available
Great teachers, warm environment

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Online Lessons

Same teachers, same quality. From anywhere.

Perfect for busy families
Record lessons for practice
Available across North America

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Why electric guitar?

The most expressive instrument alive

Bend notes, shape your tone, play anything from blues to metal to indie pop.

Instant Satisfaction

Power chords in five minutes. Real songs within your first few lessons. Very few instruments reward beginners this fast.

Limitless Tone

From clean and jazzy to heavy and distorted. Effects pedals, amp settings, and technique all shape your sound.

The Band Instrument

Electric guitar is the engine of rock, pop, blues, and jazz ensembles. Once you play, bands want you.

Every Genre Works

Rock, blues, country, jazz, metal, funk, indie — the electric guitar is at home in all of them.

Getting started

What you'll need to get started

A starter setup is less than you think.

Electric Guitar + Amp

A beginner combo (guitar + small practice amp) runs $300–$500 new, $150–$250 used. We recommend Squier, Epiphone, Yamaha Pacifica. Amp: Fender Frontman 10G or Blackstar Fly for apartments.

Best value: Buy a guitar+amp starter pack — includes cable and picks.

Practice Amp Tips

Live in an apartment? A mini practice amp (3–5 watts) keeps volume neighbour-friendly. Headphone amps (Vox amPlug) are completely silent.

No need to spend big on an amp to start — a $50–$80 practice amp is fine for your first year.

Common concerns

“But I’m not sure about electric guitar…”

We hear these a lot. Here’s the real story.

“I need an amp and it'll be too loud.”

A mini practice amp or headphone amp costs under $80 and produces zero noise for neighbours. We'll help you choose one.

“Chords look impossible.”

You start with 2–3 open chords. That's enough to play hundreds of songs. The rest comes naturally over weeks, not years.

“Electric guitar is only for rock.”

Every genre uses it — jazz, blues, pop, country, funk. Your teacher will build a repertoire around what you actually want to play.

“I don't have natural talent.”

Electric guitar is learned, not born. Consistent short practice sessions beat occasional long ones every time. Your teacher designs for that.

Still not sure? That’s what the trial is for.

Bring your doubts, your questions, your hesitations. $20. 30 minutes. We’ll take it from there.

Try for $20

Who we teach

Electric Guitar lessons for every age

Different ages need different approaches. Here’s how we tailor teaching.

Kids

Simple riffs, power chords, and songs they already love. Fast wins keep kids motivated.

Rock SongsPower ChordsGuitar Hero Songs

Teenagers

Play your favorite songs and explore effects and tone. Join a band. Write your own music.

Rock BandEffects & ToneCurrent HitsShredding

Adults

Goals-first teaching. Efficient practice for busy schedules. Real songs from week one.

Adult BeginnerBlues GuitarClassic RockJazz

Seniors

It's never too late. We'll find the repertoire you love and teach at exactly your pace.

Classic RockBluesEasy Going

Ready to start?

Book a $20 trial. Let us show you how achievable electric guitar really is.

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Student outcomes

127+ students can’t be wrong.

“My teacher is patient and really listens to what I want to play. After three months I can play full songs. Couldn't ask for more.”

Michael K.

Electric Guitar Student, Google

“I love that ABC Academy has great teachers, makes it fun to learn, and has nice, friendly people.”

Rachel Lewars

Guitar Student, Google

“We have been at ABC for our two kids for many years taking drum and piano lessons. The instructors are kind and professional and the lessons are fun for the kids. They even like to practice!”

Bianca

Music Parent, Trustpilot

US students

Online Electric Guitar Lessons for US Students

$15 USD

for a 30-minute trial lesson from a Toronto teacher. Your dollar buys more.

$20 Trial Lesson (30 min)

$15.16 USD*
$20 CAD
Save $26.82 vs regular (64% off)

Regular 30-Min Lesson

$41.98 USD*
$55.38 CAD

Regular 45-Min Lesson

$49.13 USD*
$64.81 CAD

Regular 60-Min Lesson

$54.99 USD*
$72.55 CAD

Perfect for US Students

All lessons in English. EST, CST, MST, PST all accommodated.

Same Quality Teaching

Same experienced teachers, proven curriculum. Just better value.

Easy Payment

Pay with any US credit card. No extra fees.

Ready to save money while learning electric guitar?

Book Your $20 CAD Trial (≈$15 USD)

*Exchange rates vary. Call 416-651-7529 with questions.

Frequently asked

Electric guitar lesson questions

How much do electric guitar lessons cost in Toronto?

At ABC Academy in Toronto, a trial electric guitar lesson costs $20 for 30 minutes. Regular private lessons are $55.38 for 30 minutes or $64.81 for 45 minutes or $72.55 for 60 minutes. Available at our St. Clair West or Lawrence Park studios, or online.

Start with your trial lesson first. We can advise on the right guitar and amp setup for your budget after you’ve met your teacher. A starter combo (guitar + amp) runs $150–$500.

Absolutely. Adult students often progress faster because they understand the why behind techniques. Most adult beginners are playing full songs within 6–8 weeks.

Most students play recognizable riffs in their first few lessons. A full song with both rhythm and lead parts typically takes 4–8 weeks.

No. Guitar is commonly taught with tab (tablature), chord charts, and by ear. We use the approach that works for your goals.

No. A small practice amp or headphone amp (like the Vox amPlug) produces zero noise. You can practice at any hour without bothering anyone.

We’ll match you with another instructor, no questions asked. Teacher fit matters and we take it seriously.

ABC Academy has two Toronto electric guitar locations: 12 Conway Ave in St. Clair West (west of Dufferin, near Corso Italia), and 2180 Bayview Ave at Lawrence & Bayview in North York (Lawrence Park). Online lessons also available across North America.

ABC Academy offers conservatory-quality teaching without mandatory exam curricula. Unlike a single independent teacher, we have multiple qualified instructors, a guaranteed teacher-match policy, and two Toronto studio locations.

Start with a $20 trial lesson.

Meet your teacher, get your first real technique, and see if we’re the right fit. All in 30 minutes.

416‑651‑7529

No pushy follow-up. Just electric guitar.