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Guitar Lessons Kelowna | Learn Acoustic and Electric Guitar

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Ct,
Kelowna, BC,
V1V 1R3
Ph: 250-317-3685

Discover the Best Kelowna Guitar Lessons!

From beginner basics to advanced techniques, Noel Wentworth's tailored Guitar lessons cover everything you need to know.

In-person and online Guitar lesson options.
Personalized lessons for quick progress.
Spacious and welcoming studios.
Parents are welcome to hang out and listen with free Wi-Fi!
Two chances every year to strut your stuff at our musical showcases!
Super affordable rates, starting at just $33 for a half-hour private session.
Ideal Starting Age: Students thrive when beginning guitar lessons at 9+ years old.

Start Playing Today!

Acoustic Guitar Lessons

Master The Acoustic Guitar in Kelowna with Noel Wentworth!

Learn your favourite songs and explore new styles.
Master chord shapes and strumming patterns.
Learn scales, how to solo (improvisation), picking exercises and fingerstyle.
Ear training and music theory understanding.
Master techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends and slides.
Learn to read guitar tablature and standard notation (note reading).

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Guitar Lessons, Guitar Lessons for Kids (age 9+) and Adults.

Start Playing Today!

Beginner Guitar Lessons Kelowna, Guitar Lessons Kelowna, Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna

Amazing Guitar teacher!

I’ve been taking guitar lessons from Noel for many years. He’s an amazing guitar teacher! I have learned so much from him!

Kyler Nagy

Highly Recommended!

My son loves his guitar lessons with Noel. Noel teaches a new song every lesson and keeps my son engaged and continuously interested in striving for excellence in learning guitar!

Wendy Cheung

Love their Bass and Acoustic Guitar lessons!

Noel is an exemplary human, musician, and teacher. We are so grateful that our children are able to learn from him. They love their bass and acoustic guitar lessons.

Toni Owens

Electric Guitar Lessons

Learn how to play the Electric Guitar in Kelowna with Noel Wentworth!

Master power chords and all other chord shapes.
Learn Popular songs and riffs
Scales and Arpeggios.
Understand Guitar and Amplifier settings as well as effects to create different tones on the Guitar.
Develop Speed and Accuracy with Alternate Picking.
Learn rhythms and soloing techniques like bending and tapping.
Explore Different Genres: From rock and blues to jazz and metal, expand your musical repertoire.
Read Guitar Tablature and/or Standard Notation.

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Guitar Lessons for Kids (age 9+)and Adults.

Start Playing Today!

Helping Kelowna learn Guitar for over 25 years!

Whether it's your first time playing Guitar, someone looking to upgrade their skills or someone who's returning to the guitar after years away from the instrument, Noel Wentworth has you covered! With his Licentiate in Music Education and over 25 years of teaching experience, Noel Wentworth has availability Mon-Fri including daytime options for retirees and homeschooled students. Our studio is located in Kelowna, seconds away from Watson Rd. Elementary School in Glenmore.

Learning the Guitar has never been easier.

Got little rockstars under 9? Start with Piano lessons with Lora Wentworth or dive into ukulele fun (Age 7+) with Noel!

Start Playing Today!

Guitar Lessons Kelowna | Learn Acoustic and Electric Guitar

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Ct, Kelowna, BC, V1V 1R3
Ph: 250-317-3685

Discover the Best Kelowna Guitar Lessons!

From beginner basics to advanced techniques, Noel Wentworth's tailored Guitar lessons cover everything you need to know.

In-person and online Guitar lesson options
Personalized lessons for quick progress.
Spacious and welcoming studio.
Parents are welcome to hang out and listen with free Wi-Fi!
Two chances every year to strut your stuff at our musical showcases!
Super affordable rates, starting at just $33 for a half-hour private session.
Ideal Starting Age: Students thrive when beginning guitar lessons at 9+ years old.

Start your musical journey at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna today!

Start Playing Today!

Amazing Guitar teacher!

I’ve been taking guitar lessons from Noel for many years. He’s an amazing guitar teacher! I have learned so much from him!

Kyler Nagy

Acoustic Guitar Lessons

Master The Acoustic Guitar In Kelowna With Noel Wentworth!

Learn your favourite songs and explore new styles
Master chord shapes and strumming patterns
Learn scales, how to solo (improvisation), picking exercises and fingerstyle
Ear training and music theory understanding
Master techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, bends and slides
Learn to read guitar tablature and standard notation (note reading)

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Guitar Lessons for Kids and Adults.

Got little rockstars under 9? Start with Piano lessons with Lora Wentworth or dive into ukulele fun with Noel!

Take Guitar lessons near me at the Upbeat Music Academy!

Start Playing Today!

Highly Recommended!

My son loves his guitar lessons with Noel. Noel teaches a new song every lesson and keeps my son engaged and continuously interested in striving for excellence in learning guitar!

Wendy Cheung

Electric Guitar Lessons

Learn how to play the Electric Guitar in Kelowna with Noel Wentworth!

Master power chords and all other chord shapes.
Learn Popular songs and riffs
Scales and Arpeggios.
Understand Guitar and Amplifier settings as well as effects to create different tones on the Guitar.
Develop Speed and Accuracy with Alternate Picking.
Learn rhythms and soloing techniques like bending and tapping.
Explore Different Genres: From rock and blues to jazz and metal, expand your musical repertoire.
Read Guitar Tablature and/or Standard Notation.

Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Guitar Lessons for Kids (age 9+)and Adults.

Take Electric Guitar lessons near me at the Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna!

Start Playing Today!

Love their Bass and Acoustic Guitar lessons!

Noel is an exemplary human, musician, and teacher. We are so grateful that our children are able to learn from him. They love their bass and acoustic guitar lessons.

Toni Owens

Helping people like you learn Guitar for over 25 years!

Learning the Guitar has never been easier.

Got little rockstars under 9? Start with Piano lessons with Lora Wentworth or dive into ukulele fun (Age 7+) with Noel!

Start Playing Today!

The Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna serves Kelowna, Rutland, Wilden, Lake Country, Kettle Valley and West Kelowna

FAQ

How much do Guitar lessons cost in Kelowna

Noel Wentworth charges $33/half hour private Guitar, Bass or Ukulele lesson.

What age can my child start Guitar lessons?

9 years old is the magic age to start Guitar lessons.

Because of hand/finger size, coordination (fine motor skills), attention span, etc., unfortunately its best to wait till they are 9 years old.

The last thing we want to see, is a students love for music crushed forever because it was too hard for them.

There are some occasions when a student who is taller/ larger hand size and more mature for their age that can start at 8 years old but it rarely works out other wise.

Even though it's not what they want to learn, Ukulele is a better instrument to start with and can be learned at Age 7. All the chord shapes learning on Ukulele are directly applicable to the Guitar.

Piano lessons are also a great option if students aren't old enough to take Guitar lessons. Piano lessons can successfully be taught from the age of 4 and in my experience, any students starting with piano and then move to guitar, excel because of the fine motor skills they have developed.

What do I need to start Guitar lessons?

Students will need either an Acoustic or an Electric Guitar.

If they have an Electric Guitar, the student doesn't need to bring an instrument cable to their lesson. I have one at our studio.

How does payment for lessons work?

When you sign up for lessons, you book in for a specific weekly time slot. Most commonly, September through June, as the Upbeat Music Academy follows the “school calendar”.

Lesson fees are either payable IN FULL for the entire year in advance of starting your lessons, or you have the option of choosing an averaged monthly pre-authorized payment either through your credit card, eTransfer or cash. Please note: casual cash payments are not available.

What should I bring to my lesson?

Method book(s), sheet music, worksheets, lesson binder/notebook for lessons and assignments
Even though our Guitar teacher is equipped with a Computer, if the student is wanting to learn or need help with a particular song by ear, please bring your device the song is on (Ipad, Cel Phone, Etc.).
If it’s your first Guitar lesson with us and you have taken lessons before, please bring any previous learning material to your lesson.

Do your students get the chance to perform?

Yes! If the student is willing, twice a year we arrange a teacher supported, student showcase for our students to perform at outside our studios.

Having anxiety before a performance is completely normal but small performances like this are an important life skill to develop.

If the student understands they are supported and shown appreciation for the hard work they have put in, the more confident they will be with other areas in their lives.

Comfort with public speaking, interacting with others and feeling safe for going outside your comfort zone all starts with goals like this.

This is highly encouraged as a life lesson.

What if I need to withdraw from lessons?

First off, we’ll miss you!

Two lessons notice must be provided for withdrawal. Immediate withdrawal is subject to a two lesson cancellation fee. The Upbeat Music Academy reserves the right to terminate lesson contracts on unpaid accounts.

How much practice should I do each week?

If you want to get good, you need to put in the time.

Many of us are used to instant gratification now a days. Please understand you will get out of the Guitar what you put into it time wise. The more consistently you practice, the better you’ll get.

On average, 30 minutes of practice or more a day depending on the level the student is what is needed.

That said most younger students will need to ease into it.

With younger students, start with 15 minutes 4-5 days a week and then increase the practice time slowly till you can get to 20 or 30 minutes a day.

Set a daily time to get in the habit of practicing. For example: After dinner, as soon as you get home from school or a set time 4-4:30pm.

If you do this 5 days a week, take the weekend off.

What if I need to miss a lesson?

Missed lessons happen from time to time. We do have options like:
- Online lesson (ZOOM)
- Extending a lesson (schedule permitting)
- Rescheduling the lessons for another day (schedule permitting)Keep in mind there are no paid lessons over Christmas holidays or Spring break so make-up lessons can be arranged at those times as well. See Noel’s lesson policies for more information.

When are you available to teach?

Hours of operation:
Monday: 10:00 AM-9pm
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 9 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 9pm
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Where are you located?

Upbeat Music Academy Kelowna
455 Glen Pine Crt.
Kelowna, BC
V1V 1R3
P: 250-317-3685

(We’re very close to Watson Rd. Elementary School)

See our map here

Holidays (when we are closed)

The Upbeat Music Academy follows the School District 23 Calendar

Please note:
– There are still lessons on Pro D days (they are not considered a holiday)
– Clients are not charged for lessons that land on Holidays so there are no make-up lessons or refunds owed.