— Powell's premier music school

Guitar Lessons
In Powell
Ohio

Expert one-on-one guitar instruction for all ages — from beginner guitar students to advanced players. Our guitar teachers in Powell inspire students to grow and discover the joy of music!
Expert one-on-one guitar instruction for all ages and levels. Our guitar teachers in Powell inspire students to grow and discover the joy of music!
★★★★★
Trusted by thousands of Columbus families and backed by over 500+ Five-Star Reviews
— Private Guitar Lessons
Learn to Play the Guitar.
The Powell Academy of Music offers private guitar lessons in Powell, Ohio for students age 6+, beginners to advanced.
Whether you dream of playing acoustic around a campfire, mastering classic rock solos, or writing your own music, our experienced guitar teachers will help you become the guitarist you want to be. Every student is matched with a guitar instructor who fits their age, personality, musical interests, and goals. From learning your first chords to developing advanced technique, improvisation, music theory, and songwriting skills, lessons are designed to keep students inspired and progressing week after week.
Located in the heart of Powell—just steps from Scramblers and the Lazy Chameleon—our music school is the premier choice for families across Powell, Liberty Township, and northern Worthington looking for exceptional guitar instruction near them.
Private Guitar Lessons — 30 min, 45 min or 60 min weekly lessons for Kids, Teens & Adults!
Conveniently Located in Powell, Ohio — On Presidential parkway, just off of Sawmill Road.
No long-term contracts — month-to-month with unlimited makeup lessons
4.9 Rating on Google — 500+ Five-Star reviews and over 5,000 students taught since 2008.
— Getting Started

How Guitar lessons work.

Getting started is simple. Here's what to expect when you begin guitar lessons.

01

Start With A
Trial Lesson

Choose a time that works for you using our easy online scheduler (or call/text) and book a 30-minute trial lesson. It's a relaxed way to meet your teacher, share your goals, and see what lessons are like before getting started.
03

Start your
music journey

Once enrolled, you'll join our community of students. We provide the path, the grit-building challenges, and the joyful performance opportunities that help every student grow and shine.
30 minutes
no commitment
all ages
book a $29 Trial Guitar lesson
— your foundation starts here

why choose us?

— professional facility

A music school
You can trust

Designed for comfort, safety, and focus. Glass doors, welcoming spaces, background-checked teachers, and a professional setting parents trust. Take a Virtual Tour.
book a $29 Trial Guitar Lesson
— Recitals & Performances

build confidence
through performance

Students grow when they perform. Our low-pressure recitals turn practice into pride and give every student a moment to shine. Explore Performance Opportunities.
book a $29 trial Guitar lesson
— flexible scheduling

Guitar lessons that  
fit your life

Flexible scheduling, convenient Powell location, and easy makeups make our guitar lessons simple to manage for busy families. View Lesson Times.
book a $29 Trial Guitar Lesson
— Read our reviews

What powell families say.

Across 18+ years in Powell, Ohio, thousands of students have walked through our doors. Here's what parents and students have to say about their piano lessons.

"We are incredibly grateful to have such a wonderful piano teacher for our son. He has been teaching him for more than 6 years, and the journey has been truly amazing. His dedication, patience, and passion for music really show in every lesson. He is absolutely fabulous at what he does, and we highly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional music teacher.

— Rupali D.
Parent

"My son has been studying piano...for over five years, and it’s been an incredible experience. My son tends to get frustrated when faced with challenges, but his teacher's patience and understanding have made a huge difference. He has a wonderful teaching style that really resonates with my son, helping him stay calm and motivated even when things get tough."

— HAO N.
Parent
4.9
★★★★★
Out of 5.0 · 500+ verified reviews across all four locations.

your Guitar journey
starts here

Join 5,000+ students who've discovered the joy of music at our four Columbus locations. Start with a $29 trial lesson — No Commitment, No Pressure.    

— faq

quick answers.

Still have questions? Everything you need to feel confident starting with guitar lessons.

What is the best age to start guitar lessons?

Most children are ready to begin guitar lessons around age 6, depending on their attention span, hand size, coordination, and interest in music. Some students can start earlier with the right guitar teacher and approach. Younger student typically start out with a 1/2 size or 3/4 size guitar.

Our instructors tailor lessons to each student’s age, personality, and learning style to keep lessons engaging, encouraging, and fun. Students can explore acoustic, electric, rock, pop, blues, worship, and other styles based on their interests.

Teens and adults can start guitar lessons at any age. Whether you’re picking up a guitar for the first time or returning after years away, our teachers work with students of all ages and experience levels.

What do you learn in guitar lessons?

Students in our guitar lessons learn proper technique, chords, scales, rhythm, music theory, ear training, and how to play songs they enjoy. Every lesson is personalized to the student’s age, experience level, learning style, and musical goals. Whether you're looking for beginner guitar lessons for a child, advanced guitar instruction for a teen, or adult guitar lessons in Powell, Ohio — we have a teacher and an approach for every age and goal.

At the first lesson, your guitar teacher will take time to learn about your musical interests and goals so they can create a personalized learning plan that keeps lessons engaging, motivating, and fun.

Do I need a guitar to start lessons?

You do not need a guitar to book your trial lesson. We have loaner guitars that students are welcome to use during trial lessons — just come ready to learn and have fun.

Students will eventually need an instrument for practice at home. Our instructors are happy to help guide you on purchasing your first guitar.

What style of music can i learn in my guitar lessons?

Our guitar teachers work with students in a wide variety of styles including rock, pop, blues, acoustic, metal, worship, indie, folk, jazz, and classical guitar. Whether you dream of playing your favorite songs, jamming with friends, leading worship, writing original music, or mastering iconic guitar solos, our lessons are designed to help students grow into confident, well-rounded musicians.

Students can learn everything from beginner chords and strumming patterns to lead guitar, improvisation, fingerstyle technique, songwriting, music theory, ear training, and soloing. Lessons are personalized around each student’s musical interests, goals, and experience level to keep learning engaging, motivating, and fun.

We have a diverse team of guitar teachers with different musical backgrounds, specialties, and personalities, allowing us to match each student with an instructor who inspires and connects with them. When students are excited about the music they’re learning, lessons become more meaningful — and that’s when real growth happens.

How often are lessons?

Guitar lessons are typically once per week. We schedule at the same day and time each week. Weekly consistency is the single biggest factor in student progress.

Private guitar lessons are offered in 30 minutes, 45 minutes or 60 minutes lengths. Most beginner guitar students start with a 30 minute weekly lesson.

How much do guitar lessons cost in Powell?

Tuition is billed monthly and includes your lessons, recitals, our Level Up Achievement program, and more! All designed to keep students engaged and progressing.

Payments are processed automatically via ACH or credit card on the first of each month. Click here to View Tuition Rates.

Are there any long-term contracts or commitments?

No long-term contracts. Lessons run month-to-month and if you ever need to stop, we simply ask for 30 days’ notice.

And if life gets in the way of a lesson, we offer unlimited makeups with at least 24 hours’ notice. So missing a week doesn’t mean losing momentum.

Where is your music school located?

Foundations Music Academy is located in the heart of Powell, Ohio, only minutes away from students in Powell, Worthington and Delaware for guitar lessons near you.

Our Address is:
4016 Presidential Parkway
Powell, OH 43065

Located next to Scramblers and the Lazy Chameleon.