FAQ
Do I need a guitar to start lessons?
Yes you do need a guitar to start. It can be either an electric or an acoustic guitar.
Can we have a trial lessons to see if I want to learn the guitar?
No. The minimum a pupil can have lessons is for 2 months for home guitar lessons and online lessons are only for 1 month. We are currently offering one free trial online guitar lessons for a limited time.
I need to buy a guitar, where and what should I buy?
If you are a pupil with us we will point you in the right direction for the best price GUARANTEED!
What’s the youngest age a person can start guitar lessons?
We cater for pupils from 8 to 80. You can even teach an old dog a few new tricks. Any company or teacher saying they can teach younger than that on guitar is only after your money.
Do I need to start learning on an acoustic guitar?
No. You can start on either an electric or acoustic.
How long will it be until I can actually play a guitar?
There is no specific guideline but from our experience if the pupil applies themselves it will not take longer than two months.
Can I learn a specific style of music? Like blues/country/rock/metal?
The lesson will be specifically catered for the pupils musical needs.
Where does Guitar Excellence offer their service?
Johannesburg/Pretoria and Cape Town will soon be included as well as online lessons for the rest of South Africa and the world.
What is the difference between online guitar lessons and home guitar lessons?
The only difference is price and physical presence of a teacher. The lessons are virtually identical with printed guitar sheet music given to the pupil as well as the ability for your instructor to show you how to play a piece of music. Your instructor will also answer any questions you may have regarding the lesson or a general music/guitar topic.
If I need to cancel a lesson with my teacher can we reschedule the lesson?
If the teacher has an available slot in your area that week he can, otherwise the lesson is charged for. You are paying for the time slot not the lesson. Online lessons need to be cancelled within 72 hours to be rescheduled.
If I need to change my lesson time, can this be done?
We cannot guarantee that we will have a slot available for you on another day. If you decide to change your lesson time you forfeit your old time slot and again in this regard online lessons need to be cancelled within 72 hours to be rescheduled.
If my teacher cancels, is the lesson still charged for?
If the teacher has an available slot or time in your area, we can reschedule otherwise the lesson is refunded. Online lessons are refunded via PayPal and/or through our current payment service provider.
If I decide to stop the lessons how much notice must I give you?
One full month notice in writing is required.
