Maybe you need guitar lessons because you want to play the songs you hear on the radio. Maybe you need guitar lessons because you want to perform better in your band. Or, maybe you need guitar lessons because you are an adult that always wanted to play, but never had the support or opportunity. Regardless of your style, level, or goals, Freeway Music is absolutely the best place in Columbia, SC to take guitar lessons. Here some things that set Freeway Music’s program apart:

1. Take Guitar Lessons from the Best

   Our guitar instructors are the best in Columbia, SC. Here are some reasons why:

   • Continuing Education

     Freeway Music guitar instructors  are highly qualified. Continuing education is also a vital part of being a guitar teacher at Freeway.

   • Locally Involved

     All of our guitar instructors are respected members of the local music scene. Our guitar teachers often play in popular local and regional bands. Some of our teachers hold degrees from universities. We have the hardest working staff in town. They are constantly performing and supporting the music scene in Columbia, SC.

   • Winning Personality

     You are sure to have a pleasant experience with each guitar instructor. Our instructors are genuinely concerned with the growth of each guitar student. They also are personable and relay information in a simple way.

2. Performance Opportunities

   At Freeway Music, we pride ourselves on offering our students more performance opportunities than any other music school in Columbia, SC.

   • Showcases and Recitals

     We often pair our guitar students with other students to form groups that rehearse and perform in showcases and recitals.  Some of the venues include: New Brookland Tavern, Tin Roof, and Music Farm (Columbia’s only music venue with a 1200 person capacity). There are several clips from our showcases and recitals on our YouTube channel.

   • Open Mics and Open Jams

     Students don’t have to wait until showcases or recitals for playing experience. They can attend one of the many open mics and jams that Freeway Music hosts throughout the city. We host our open mic nights at places like: Drip, Beef O’ Brady’s, and Social Grill. Freeway Music even has an open jazz jam every other Tuesday at Delaney’s in Five Points. We keep our events posted on the website to make it easy for students to keep up with what is going on.

   • Events and Concert

     Beyond showcases, recitals, and open mic opportunities, students will have exclusive access to many events and concerts. Some of the recent events include: The St. Patrick’s Day Parade, The Okra Strut, Rhythm on the River, Freeway Music Festival, and First Flush Festival (featuring acts such as Sheryl Crow).

3. The Use of Technology in Guitar Lessons:

   A major part of our guitar instructors’ training includes incorporating apps and technology, seamlessly and creatively, into their lessons.

   • Apps

     Apps allow the instructor to enhance and accelerate the student’s understanding of rhythm, sight reading, tuning, ear training, guitar neck awareness, practicing, and more.

   • Equipment

     The guitar lesson rooms are equipped with amps that have clean, distortion, effects, and tuners. All rooms have speakers for playing music, beats, and backing tracks. Each room also has a stand, cables, and all standard necessities for guitar lessons. Each instructor uses their laptop, tablet, or other device to enhance the guitar lessons.

   • Blogs and Online Resources

     Freeway Music has a wide array of blogs available for guitar students to read and educate themselves on various topics. Students can also find guitar core materials and a list of suggested businesses on our resources page. Instructors often use online resources and tools to create the best possible lesson experience. We often use google sheets to create practice schedules and share a student’s progress.

4. Community:

   Freeway Music prides itself on  community outreach and being involved in the local music scene.

   • Partnered Charities

     Some of the charities we have partnered with in the past include: The Children’s Hospital, The Women’s Shelter, The Conner Foundation, Pawmetto Lifeline, and more! Visit our community page to learn more.

5. Guitar Lessons that are Diverse: 

   Whether you want to be a songwriter or a lead guitarist, we have a team of diverse guitar instructors that can help you reach your goal.

   • Level

     Freeway Music is able to take beginner students all the way to advanced guitar students. Our guitar instructors are well respected in Columbia and often teach other guitar instructors in town. You can start at any level and not have to worry about outgrowing your instructor.

   • Style

     We offer guitar lessons for rock, country, blues, jazz, and most every style. Some of our teachers have degrees in jazz studies and some of them play in rock groups. Part of the model of Freeway is to allow students to be free to grow in the way they want. Our diverse team of teachers allows us the ability to fulfill this goal.

   • Age

     We teach guitar lessons to all ages. People often ask if we teach adults, and of course we do. From 5-95, we have teachers that are equipped to teach an age. Whether you are looking to sign up a child, or start a new hobby in life, we are a perfect fit for you.