DeGamba · Where the arts are for you
Guitar Lessons in St. Francis, MN
Play the music you love. Start with a free lesson.
Personalized guitar lessons for kids, teens, and adults—from your first notes to your next musical goal.
Beginners welcome · Guitar provided for your trial
Reviews from our community
What DeGamba students and families say.
An adult guitar student’s experience, alongside reviews of our teaching and school community.
“I was a little nervous and maybe even a little embarrassed to be in my 40’s and wanting to start guitar lessons. Degamba was extremely welcoming and made a recommendation that I work with Sam Gloe.”
“The teachers are engaging and highly qualified. They connect well with the kids and have a customized to the individual approach to music, rather than a "one size fits all" approach. We love it and highly recommend!”
“Wonderful place, clean, organized space with caring and attentive teachers. I also love seeing the many recitals and performances they put on, highly recommend!”
“"Mr. Addison" is an amazing musician and awesome teacher. He is incredibly kind and patient! My boys absolutely love taking lessons with him. He is always so positive and encouraging. We love DeGamba❤️ Thank you Addison!!!!!”
“All of the instructors bring great and positive energy and my child has grown a passion for music...thank you!”
“This place is amazing! So patient, kind, and accommodating....a great way to start playing music. Also, art and ballet! Such an asset to the community. A must do!”
Your music. Your starting point.
There’s a place for you at the guitar.
A joyful first beginning.
Start with tuning, comfortable hand position, simple chords, and steady rhythm. Learn through clear steps and songs that make you want to pick up the guitar.
Time for something you love.
Start as an adult or return after years away. Learn to accompany your singing, play favorite songs, or explore a style you’ve always wanted to try.
Your next breakthrough.
Develop expressive solos, cleaner picking, richer chords, or fingerstyle technique. Bring a challenging song or a specific goal and work toward it with your teacher.
Strong foundations. Personal direction.
Learn the skills behind the songs.
Your lessons can combine tuning, hand position, picking, strumming, and note reading with the songs you want to play. Build smooth chord changes, explore major and minor scales, and learn how rhythm and harmony fit together.
As you progress, explore barre chords, arpeggios, fingerpicking, improvisation, and musical expression. Your teacher helps you turn a big goal into manageable steps you can practice between lessons.
Your sound. Your direction.
Guitar lessons for the music you love.
Build a foundation, then explore the styles and techniques that inspire you.
Acoustic & fingerstyle
Build chord progressions, strumming patterns, and fingerpicking skills. Develop the timing to accompany your voice or play comfortably with others.
Blues & improvisation
Explore the 12-bar blues, blues scales, bends, slides, and vibrato. Learn to shape a phrase and start creating solos of your own.
Rock & country
Work on riffs, alternate picking, palm muting, hammer-ons, and pull-offs. As you progress, explore techniques such as tapping or hybrid picking with your teacher.
Classical, jazz & beyond
Explore classical fingerstyle, richer jazz chords, or repertoire that challenges you. Ask our team to help match your interests and experience with an appropriate teacher.
Simple next steps
Try a lesson. Find your fit.
1. Book your free trial.
Open our booking page and choose an available guitar lesson.
2. Meet your teacher.
Share your interests, ask questions, and experience a lesson at your level.
3. Keep making progress.
If it feels like a fit, arrange your ongoing lesson time with our team.
Ongoing private guitar lessons
$150 / month
Weekly 30-minute lessons
Personalized instruction, plus access to recitals, group performances (practicums), and our token rewards system.
Your first trial lesson is free. If you do not have a guitar yet, we provide an instrument for your trial. Let our team know when arranging your visit.
Ask our team about available teachers and lesson times.
Learn from teaching artists.
Work with teachers who bring their own performing and practice experience into lessons, with feedback you can put to use.
Share what you’re learning.
Tuition includes access to recitals and group performances, which we call practicums. Share what you’re learning, gain performance experience, and make music with others.
More than a weekly appointment
Small steps. Real satisfaction.
Your first smooth chord change. A riff you’ve always wanted to play. The confidence to join in with another musician.
We help you notice those moments—and keep building on them. Students can also earn tokens toward games, gift cards, and treats through our included rewards system.
Questions before your first lesson?
Are beginners welcome?
Yes. You can start without any previous musical experience. Your teacher will help you get comfortable at the guitar and build a foundation step by step.
Do you teach children and adults?
Yes. We teach kids, teens, and adults. For a young child, ask our team about readiness and the best starting point.
Do I need a guitar before my trial?
No—we provide an instrument for your trial if you do not have a guitar yet. Let our team know when arranging your lesson. For ongoing lessons, your teacher can help you choose a suitable guitar for practice at home before you buy.
What does the free trial include?
A chance to meet a teacher, share your goals, and try a guitar lesson before deciding whether to enroll. Beginners and experienced students are welcome.
How much are ongoing lessons?
Tuition is $150 per month for weekly 30-minute private lessons. It also includes access to recital opportunities, group performances (practicums), and our token rewards system. Ask our team about available lesson times and enrollment details.
Are recitals and group performances included in tuition?
Yes! Tuition includes access to a variety of recital opportunities and group performances, which we call practicums. These give students opportunities to share what they’re learning, build performance experience, and make music with others. Ask your teacher about upcoming events and opportunities that fit your level.
How does the token rewards system work?
Students can earn tokens and redeem them for prizes such as games, gift cards, and treats. The token system is included in tuition and adds a fun way to celebrate their efforts. Your teacher can explain how to earn tokens and which rewards are available.
Can I choose the music I learn?
Yes. Bring the music you enjoy—acoustic songs, blues, rock, country, jazz, or classical guitar. We combine your interests with the technique and musical foundations that help you progress. Ask our team about the teacher who best fits your goals.
Where are lessons held?
DeGamba is at 23168 St Francis Boulevard, Suite 300, St Francis, MN 55070. We welcome students from St. Francis and surrounding communities, including Oak Grove and Bethel.
Can I learn acoustic or electric guitar?
Yes. Tell us which instrument and styles interest you so we can help find an appropriate teacher. If you’re unsure where to start, ask our team before buying a guitar.
Do you teach advanced guitarists?
Yes. Bring your goals, whether that means improvisation, more demanding repertoire, expressive solos, or refining a particular technique. We’ll discuss teacher availability and an appropriate direction for your lessons.
How do scheduling changes work?
Contact our team when you need help with your schedule. We’ll explain the current rescheduling policy and available options before you enroll.
Your first notes start here
Make room for music.
Meet a teacher and discover your starting point with a free guitar lesson at DeGamba.
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