Go Guitar Lessons
“My son Peter really enjoys his online weekly guitar lessons with Patrick.”
Best Guitar Lessons in Ottawa, ON
20 studios listed · all 20 in Ottawa · 2 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Justin Duhaime
“I had some guitar background coming into these lessons and he knew how to use my existing skills to expand into new areas.”
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Tara Lund Music School
“Even when it is hard, Tara will push us in a way that doesn't hurt.”
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Jazz Guitar Lessons
“Stop by stop, course by course, it's the best laid out, most single minded, impassioned, accessible, educative and enjoyable road to 'jazz guitar' you can ever get on.”
Music Box Studios
“I am thrilled with my daughter's progress and her positive attitude about her piano lessons.”
Selina's Studio
“My daughter even volunteers to help with the younger classes — it's such a great, supportive environment for dancers of all ages.”
This page holds the 20 guitar studios on file for Ottawa, ON. Each one sets its own mix of one-to-one and group teaching, and whether it rents instruments is worth asking on the phone.
Area overview: Ottawa, ON
All 20 studios we list here are in Ottawa itself. We have 26 studios in Ottawa on file; this page shows the highest-rated 20. 17 of the studios on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 426 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "patient", "skills" and "knowledge". 2 are open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 18 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 20 of the studios on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enrol.
Is this everyone teaching guitar around Ottawa?
No. Private teachers who work only from home often carry no listing at all, so a shop notice board is still worth a look.
Alcorn Music Studios
“Ross was an excellent guitar teacher who is incredibly knowledgeable but also able to tailor lessons to someone with no prior musical background.”
Mitch Mainville Music
“His depth of knowledge is profound which allows him to easily guide his students through beginner level to advanced and beyond.”
Chris & Janet McCourt
“They are always on time, and i am always amazed at how quickly the kids pick up the fundamentals from them.”
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Shane Calkins Guitar Lessons
“He always finds new things to learn and improve on, while being very encouraging.”
Ferline Regis Singing Lesson (Virtual-Worldwide)
“Les stratégies employées par Ferline pour enseigner les techniques de base du chant sont très facile à comprendre et à appliquer”
Christopher Leung Piano & Singing Academy Ottawa
“Chris professional and international performance background has not only strengthened my fundamental skills but also encourages me a lot build a deeper interest in presentation artistically.”
David Macadam
“I have had the pleasure of having David as my voice teacher for 4 years and have seen the growth of my vocal abilities and confidence every year while working with him.”
Adagio Art Academy
“A friend recommended Adagio to me and it's indeed a great school for piano lessons.”
Ottawa School of Music
“Reasonable fee for private music lessons”
Sarah McClurg Music
Ottawa Children's Choir
“Great organization that gives children the opportunity to perform at both small scale and larger venues in Ottawa and even abroad.”
Riverview School of Music
Fifth Avenue School of Music
Dawn's Music Studio
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Ottawa
- “My guitar skills have improved immensely. Patrick is a wonderful teacher, he has the patience of a saint and extremely knowledgeable.” — from a review of Go Guitar Lessons
- “I am fortunate to have Justin as my guitar teacher - he is professional, friendly, talented, patient, and creative in making each lesson totally geared to my personal interests and needs.” — from a review of Justin Duhaime
- “Mitch is an incredible guitar teacher. So talented and knowledgeable and just makes it fun to learn every step of the way.” — from a review of Mitch Mainville Music
- “Shane is a very knowledgeable guitar teacher. He is patient and has a very good instructional technique that works.” — from a review of Shane Calkins Guitar Lessons
- “Thank you for giving my son the confidence to take off with his guitar playing.” — from a review of Go Guitar Lessons
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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