I am an adult student and have been taking lessons from Ben for a little over a year and half now. I played as a percussionist in my school orchestra and marching band as a kid, so I am no stranger to taking lessons or learning an instrument. I feel like I have a grasp of what to look for in a music educator, and Ben is the real deal. Ben is an amazing teacher and incorporates all of the "music pillars" in his lessons: Theory, Songs, Playing with others, Improvising, Practice and Goal Setting, Technique, and Performance. You will learn music theory that is relevant to the songs, scales, and chords you are working on. He takes time in each lesson to play or "jam" a little with you, which is a very important aspect of progressing. He has you working on music that interests you and will make song suggestions along the way when appropriate. He'll help you set small weekly goals of things to work on and before you know it you are ripping through music that once seemed overwhelming. He understands the inner workings of a variety of musical styles from rock to jazz to folk to country. If you really want to dig deep into music theory, Ben is a fountain of knowledge. He really knows his stuff and has a passion for it. Ben is a super patient and encouraging teacher. He has made learning the guitar a very fun and rewarding experience for me, and I am certain his other students feel the same way. If you are you thinking about taking lessons, Ben should be at the top of your list. read more

I've been going to Ben for nearly 3 years now, and in that time span, I've gone from meekly playing in his Student Showcase (which he helpfully organizes, coaches you up for, and plays along with you so you can get some great experience under your belt--if you want to), to playing for multiple work patio parties in front of 50+ coworkers, to finally playing in my own band's first gig a few months ago! With Ben's patient teaching, I've learned a lot of useful theory, how to compose a song, how to study/practice efficiently, and how to perform (and plow through any mistakes). We also go at my snail's pace in the topics we cover and Ben is more than happy to context switch to something else to help me through a tough spot in gig preparation, or learning a difficult passage in a new song for my band. I'm not sure what more you could ask for from a guitar instructor! If you're contemplating starting out on guitar, or returning to try to learn it for like the 5th time (that was me), or even just wanting to brush up on some skills you never learned or have forgotten, then I'd highly recommend signing up for lessons with Ben! read more

My husband has taken lessons weekly with Ben for several years, and he has taught my grandson, who is now 12, for about four years. My husband had played in college but slacked off after time. I bought hm a couple of months of lessons as a Christmas present, and it has been a great gift for both of us! Working with Ben, a real pro, on acoustic and electric has energized him and has been really fun for him. Ben is a wonderful teacher for any age (my grandson loves him too) and skill level, very positive, knowledgeable and encouraging, with a great ear and super broad range of styles, techniques and genres. Especially valuable is his advice on performance, and his showcases have been terrific learning and performing experiences for my husband. He has become a friend of our family and is a real gentle soul. read more

Ben is a very insightful teacher with a wealth of knowledge in a variety of musical styles. I enjoy his low key approach and high level instruction. I've been playing guitar on and off for over 30 years. Mostly off. During Covid I decided to get serious about learning to play. I stumbled around the web watching countless YouTube guitar lesson videos. Lots of options but no continuity. I needed to find one person to help bring focus to my musical journey in order to learn more effectively. After a lengthy online search I found Ben's website that outlined his storied career and unique teaching style. It has been a perfect fit for me! I've learned a lot in a short amount of time and look forward to working with him in the future. read more

Ben is a resourceful, kind and patient guitar teacher who will challenge you to learn new things and help you get the most out of your lessons and practice time. As a beginner, I was very nervous and intimidated about learning to play guitar. Just minutes into my first lesson with Ben, I felt at ease, thanks to his professional yet affable approach. He truly knows and loves all styles of music, and though he always has a lesson plan in mind, he is flexible and adaptable on the fly when I bring questions, new ideas and songs to our lessons. As an adult learner, I particularly like how Ben balances our time between learning chords/scales/music theory, and having fun learning new songs and rocking! read more

I highly recommend Ben as a guitar teacher. My son has been taking lessons with him for 5 years (age 9-14) and really likes him. Ben is easy going and great with kids. My son trusts him enough to get up on stage and play - something he does not love to do. He makes the lessons fun and although they do use a music book, he has his students work on a song that they pick - that helps keep them interested. As a parent - I appreciate that he has been flexible with schedule changes and good at communicating. Ben has become a friend of our family over the years just through my son's lessons. His new studio space is really nice, convenient and has lots of street parking nearby. read more

I've been taking lessons from Ben for 5 years, and can't imagine that I'll want to stop anytime soon. I know a number of great musicians (Ben included), and in many cases that talent doesn't translate into teaching very well. But Ben is both great musician and great teacher. In my years of lessons, I've gone from barely playing a handful of chords to feeling comfortable getting together with friends -- or even strangers -- to jam. And every time I learn one skill, Ben is ready to teach me something else. If you have any level of interest in playing guitar, sign up with Ben. You won't regret it. read more

I cannot recommend Ben Glaros highly enough for guitar lessons! He is very professional, yet laid back, respectful, positive, and he knows how to teach. He is open to any style of music the student wants to learn and adapts his lessons to the individual. My 9 year old son started taking lessons one year ago, and he plays very well. Most importantly, thanks to Ben, he really enjoys it. No matter what kind of day my son is having, he always comes out of his lessons feeling happy and good about himself. read more

Ben is gentle and encouraging. My son loves guitar (2+ years now with Ben) and I think it has a lot to do with Ben's teaching style. Ben teaches the fundamentals and a great base to be exceptional. And yet still honors the musical interest of my son and what he wants to learn to play. This personal encouragement brings motivation. The showcases have brought confidence and taught stage presence. We are so pleased. If you want a kind encouraging teacher, Ben is your man. read more

Ben is an excellent guitar teacher. His knowledge of guitar and music theory is unsurpassed. His teaching style is outstanding and he is a very patient instructor. If you decide to take guitar lessons or even want to brush up on music theory or expand your guitar knowledge, Ben is definitely the right source for you. You will be impressed with what you hear coming from your own playing soon. He has taught me more about guitar and music theory than I ever imagined. read more

If you are looking for a great guitar teacher, you should look no further. Ben has been my instructor for three years and he has been tremendous. His knowledge of all styles of guitar is impressive. He is flexible with what his students want to focus on and provides a very well-rounded experience. He is well-versed in music theory, rhythm, lead, finger-picking, rock, jazz and country. A great teacher in a nice studio, super nice guy, too. read more

I started to re-learn guitar over a year ago after a lapse of many decades. After a year of teaching myself with online content, I reached a plateau. I found Ben Glaros after some online searching for instructors and I'm glad I started working with him. He has a very steady and encouraging teaching approach that has helped me correct some poor habits and get on a path for faster learning. Ben is great to work with! read more

About 4 years ago I started studying guitar with Ben. Guitar is very frustrating for me and practice time is hard to fit in. However, in this short period of time, Ben has taught me how to play some of my favorite songs, encouraged me play in some bands, perform in public and even learn some music theory. He's a great teacher. He knows how to read his students and help them achieve goals. I highly recommend him. read more

Ben's special gift is that he loves the music and that comes out in the student/teacher relationship. His energy and encouragement are what makes his students muscians. I never ever dreamed of standing up in front of a room full of folks playing real music in a real band with all the positive karma. With Bens direction and support it became a possibility for me, I am in his debt. Rock on Benster! read more

Ben does a great job of tailoring each lesson to your individual progress. Each lesson he is able to introduce a concept or skill that builds on previous lessons and implements them in a manner that is understandable and fun. My progress has been more than I could have expected thanks to his formative and exceptional teach style and look forward to each lesson. Could not ask for a better teacher. read more

My son and I have Ben as our guitar teacher. He has introduced to us the great music of Slim Dunlap, all the while teaching us how to read music and understand theory. He is so encouraging and methodical. As a result we have improved so much! Every week, we look forward to talking to him and playing music with him. He has brought the joy of playing guitar in our lives. read more

Ben is very kind and a really good teacher. I was fully a beginer when I've started lessons and have defiantly made a lot of progress. I feel he is good at understanding my interests and picking songs to work on that are relevant to those interests. He is very encouraging and I've always felt lessons are paced well. Would definitely recommend him for a teacher! read more

Ben is a consummate professional. He seems to be able to adapt his style and strategy to every age, personality, and goal. He's great at music theory and everyday technique. He's a great person and his enthusiasm for your progress rubs off on you. When I go to a session feeling down about my progress, I never fail to leave that session enthused again. read more

I've been working with Ben for several months now, and I started from scratch on an electric. He is very helpful and kind, and seems to know what I should do next in order to always keep my guitar journey fun and interesting. Ben knows all the songs and is very talented himself, but he is very focused on the student. Whole heartedly recommend him! read more