Taking lessons with Erik was as an absolutely amazing experience as it's hard to find a teacher who is so honed in on their student's individual goals while making sure they're developing the proper techniques. He doesn't put any pressure on his students and lets them go at their pace while being encouraging and positive. With Erik, I felt my technique and understanding of feel increase significantly while also learning music theory, without it feeling like a lesson from a textbook. If not for competing work/personal priorities, I would still be actively in lessons and plan to continue with Erik again in the future. Regardless of your skill or experience, Erik is a fantastic teacher who I highly recommend! read more

I've been taking lessons from Erik for a few months now, and the experience has been very rewarding. I've received dedicated and professional lessons, that have really got me going as a beginner. Highly recommended for any guitar learners. read more

When Covid hit us I started like many people with a new hobby: I picked up guitar playing. Now, I had played once at high school (classic Spanish guitar) but that's so long ago it ain't true anymore. So, I started off with some YouTube videos to self teach. And then I met Eric. And then I really learned to learn guitar. We've done our lessons exclusively via zoom calls and my playing has since improved dramatically! Eric understands how to cater to my crazy busy schedule and we could always fit in exercising and classes, technique and music theory, acoustic and electric guitar. I'm so excited about the playing still - our weekly lessons have become a cornerstone of my life! Highly recommend Eric's way of teaching to anybody, be it beginner, intermediate or already advanced: he'll push you alright! Thank you, Eric! read more

Erik is literally the best music teach I've ever had! He's attentive to not only technique but always listened to what I wanted to play and tailored my lessons to that. I was wanting to learn how to play punk in a left handed electric bass. And as a 41 year old woman who only ever played alto saxophone (in the 1990's lol), I was nervous to learn a new instrument. Erik has been patient, fun and so helpful. He obviously loves his work and it shows because after every lesson I want to run home and keep playing. Thank you E!!!!! read more

My teenager has been taking lessons from Erik for about a half of a years now and it's been a great experience. We love how he took the time to get to know her style and goals and incorporates those into his lessons. He has a very professional set up in his home studio and he sends notes and practice materials home after every session. When my daughter was on the road for work, Erik set up Zoom sessions so that she could continue with her training. We can definitely see a ton of improvement in our daughter as a guitarist the last 6 months and we couldn't be happier! read more

Our son, Gavin, has been playing guitar for about 5yrs now. During COVID, he started to take it more seriously, but plateaued with his skill set. We sought out a local guitar teacher and found Erik Johnson. He's been taking lessons with Erik for two yrs and we are amazed at the progress he's made. Erik's extensive knowledge of music theory and proper technique has really helped our son take his playing to the next level. Gavin now has his own band and plays regular gigs at the age of 18yrs old! Not only is Erik a great guy and guitar teacher, he's also an awesome musician himself. If you ever get the chance to see his band, The Trip, you won't regret it. read more

My son's guitar teacher decided to get out of the business so we went searching for someone else that was similar and were very happy to find. Eric has a great little spot in his house for lessons. My son was impressed with his first experience. Looking forward to see what Eric can continue to teach him. read more

I'm so happy to have found this guitar instructor. I decided to finally take lessons after not having picked up my guitar in 30 years. Erik has accurately met me where my skill level is at now- back to the beginning. So far, he has been kind, patient, encouraging, honest, enthusiastic, and non-judgmental. It's evident that he cares about my progress, rather than just going through the motions of a universal, "one size fits all" lesson. And he's a Zeppelin fan- which is merely icing on the cake. read more

My son has been taking lessons from Erik for almost a year now and the progress he has made has been exceptional. His enthusiasm and passion for the instrument has grown with each lesson. Eric's customized plan was perfect for my son, he pick songs that make it fun has him look forward to each coming lesson. I've also recommended Erik to many parents and friends of mine. They are all equally satisfied. I highly recommend 100% and he's a great guy on top of it all. read more

I've been taking weekly one-hour guitar lessons with Erik Johnson for over a year. I was an absolute beginner in my latter 50's. You can imagine the challenges both for Erik & myself, given those parameters. At this point I have a solid foundation to build upon. I've learned a lot about playing guitar & I'm eager to learn a lot more. I've even learned a few things about my equipment. Besides being a member of an acclaimed cover band & a highly accomplished musician in his right, Erik is a very knowledgeable, personable, patient, enlightening, encouraging & non-judgemental instructor. Erik's lessons are custom-tailored to where you are now, with an eye on where you want to be. Erik can also answer questions regarding just about any gear you can think of. I've noticed that Erik's other students range in age from from eight year-old beginners to old-timers. Some of which are gifted players with plenty of their own skills but wanting to move to the next level. It's amazing. Acoustic or electric guitar. All genres. Electric bass or ukulele too. If you're ready to take that first step or go to the next step, I highly recommend Erik to accompany & guide you on your specific journey. read more

Erik is extremely flexible with times (who else does lessons late evenings) ontop of that with our lessons I've understood more about not just guitar but about music As a whole. I've improved more during the time I've gotten lessons from him than the many years I tried to self teach! read more

Erik is such a a gem! We found him through yelp and he had amazing reviews! So good with kids- encouraging, fun, and patient. He finds relevant pop music to teach my son which both engages and motivates him to learn and practice! He is flexible which is so vital for us who are full time working parents and scheduling is a conflict with all the sports my son plays. We highly recommend Erik to teach your child guitar. He's amazing and so happy we found him! read more

Erik is the Best! I have picked up the guitar a few times over the years, but about a year ago I decided watching Youtube videos and looking for TABs online wasn't cutting it. I reached out to Erik and I am glad I did! I have taken lessons with Erik via Zoom for over a year now and I can tell you honestly I look forward to our weekly lesson. He as the ability to teach a wide range of musical genres - trust me I have asked to learn anything from the Beatles to Metallica. From strumming to fingerpicking to some bass lines. Erik emails you the tab for the song, walks through the song with you making sure you have the correct finger placement and strum pattern - he even records a video and emails it to you so you can reference back throughout the week. The videos have been critical to my improvement as a player. It is so convenient to be able to reference back to the lesson later in the week when practicing. Erik is an educator who teaches guitar. I am a high school teacher and often times I am impressed with his teaching strategies and how he finds a way to teach guitar in a way that ensures I learn. I cannot recommend Erik enough - he is perfect for your child who is just picking up the guitar or somebody like me, early 40s and enjoys learning a new hobby. read more

Erik is an awesome teacher who is tremendously helping my play. He has super affordable rates and is really taking my play to the next level. read more

I've used Erik's talents on numerous occasions. From performing to recording sessions, his ability to play any style authentically is a trait that's hard to find, he does it flawlessly. He's also an accomplished educator, his students vary from beginner to seasoned professionals. I've also hired his band, The Trip, for events and couldn't have been happier with their talent and ability to cater to any type of event. From weddings to corporate parties, The Trip covers all bases. read more

Erik is a very very good guitar teacher. I play a few guitar chords myself, and I was looking for an instructor for my 10-year old (who had never played an instrument before). I was looking for somebody who will focus on the basics (correcting bad habits early is important) and someone who will help maintain motivation by making it interesting (music lessons can get quite dry). Erik is a great find for us, as he does both of the above very well. After around 14 months, my daughter has made very good progress and she likes playing the instrument. Erik's lessons are a good mixture of teaching some music theory, playing technique and teaching songs that my daughter likes to listen to. Erik is very personable and we enjoy our weekly interactions with him. I would wholeheartedly recommend Erik to anyone. I would like to take lessons myself, but alas, my calendar does not permit! read more

Erik is a great guitar teacher. Took me a while to find someone that could teach me jazz guitar at my level. Erik took the time to figure out what I wanted to do and what would work best for me as well as keep me interested. Erik is totally worth it if you would like to step up to the next level in your guitar skills. read more

Erik is Rad. He's easy going & Flexible (as in he accommodates my ever changing schedule.. I'm so appreciative of that btw) He keeps my interest with creative exercises (background, I'm a total beginner.. like starting from scratch) Erik is patient, comfortable, he's capable of teaching all levels of experience, at times I've sat outside his room and listened to him instructing others, it's inspiring! Erik has become someone I enjoy as a person.. oh.. and he's a legit rockstar.. did you know he's in an amazing band?! I appreciate him, And I appreciate the opportunity to write this review so others can perhaps learn and grow as I have with Erik as a mentor. :) read more

Erik was a fantastic teacher and helped me get off to a great start in my guitar adventure. I initially began learning the guitar through online videos for around two weeks, before deciding to bite the bullet and getting in-person lessons. And I'm so glad I did! With just a month (7 30-minute sessions) with Erik, I felt a dramatic improvement in my playing and could pick up new songs much easier. He provided really useful exercises for the core concepts (chord fingering muscle memory, strumming patterns, etc.) which I've found even more useful when learning later concepts like barre chords. Also, he is very friendly and approachable, and is great at providing tips and exercises to help improve your specific issues. Overall, I can't recommend him enough! read more

Erik is an awesome instructor and a cool guy. I am taking bass lessons with him. He is very patient and encouraging. The in person instruction is hands on and way more effective for me than on line lessons, but he does both. He is an ultra talented musician and he inspires you to get better, but also to have fun and learn at your own pace. Another cool aspect of his lessons is he videos the parts you are learning and sends the link to you after the lesson to watch again and follow along. He also attaches the sheet music. He is also very accommodating when it comes to schedules and make up lessons. His in person studio is clean and has all the equipment needed. He is also open to any type of music you're interested in but also makes recommendations based on your ability. An added bonus is he plays in a local cover band that is incredible and you can watch him perform when he has local gigs. I could not recommend him more. Worth every penny. read more

I've been learning guitar from Erik for almost 2 months now. I started from a complete beginner and Erik has guided me step by step through the learning curve and taught me many techniques along the way. He inspires me to learn, what else can you ask from a teacher? Since I've started I haven't felt like I've wasted a penny. Highly recommend learning from Erik! read more

Erik is a phenomenal guitar teacher. Asked him to take on my 7 year old son as a student and he was a little reluctant (as he explained it was a little young to start) but ultimately agreed on a trial lesson. After working with my son, he agreed to start lessons with him and has been nothing less than amazing. All around amazing guitar player, good guy and shows tremendous patience. Couldn't ask for a better teacher to introduce my son to guitar. Highly recommended!! read more

My son has been taking lessons with Erik since he was seven years old. Erik was willing to teach him when others were not; ten years later my son is a phenomenal player, and has had tremendous success in bands, at school and on his own. Erik is an outstanding instructor, extremely talented, and his rates are low (too low for the quality). I can't recommend him enough. read more

Erik is a wonderful teacher! He is very patient and supportive of my 8 year old daughters guitar lessons and is always kind and fun. She looks forward to her lesson every week and as anxious to show off what new song Erik has taught her. We can't thank you enough for your awesomeness and can't wait till January to pick up on lessons! read more

Erik is a phenomenal teacher! He is an absolute professional. Very knowledgeable in music theory and able to explain things in a way a novice like me can understand. I've been strumming and humming for many years but decided to finally take lessons. I'm so happy I found Erik! He is very accommodating with scheduling and can even do Zoom lessons if needed. After only a handful of lessons with Erik I have already had a number of "aha!!" moments. Erik is really able to connect the dots for me. If you're looking for someone to really teach you how to play the guitar - Erik is the guy. It may sound silly but after 30 years of "playing" the guitar Erik has me actually learning the notes on fretboard. It is this foundational understanding of how the fretboard is arranged and how the guitar actually works that makes taking lessons with Erik so meaningful. We're starting to get into keys and scales and I could not be more excited. I am finally beginning to understand the guitar thanks to Erik. These lessons have revived my love of playing the guitar! read more

Love my weekly guitar lessons from Erik! This is my 3rd year with him and I wouldn't dream of going elsewhere! I have recommended him for Bass lessons as well. read more

Erik is an awesome teacher. He's extremely patient and encouraging. My daughter really likes her guitar lessons and I definitely enjoy learning the bass from Erik. Erik helps you learn by teaching toward your musical interests. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family. read more

Our family loves Erik!! He was willing to take on our daughter at 8 where others were unwilling to! He has encouraged and supported her since the beginning. He is always upbeat, very trendy and fun! It is wonderful when your child looks forward to her lessons! read more

Erik Johnson is by far the best guitar teacher around. He is an extremely knowledgeable musician and patient teacher. His breadth of understanding in a variety musical styles and genres is unmatched. Whether you are interested in a complicated classical or jazz piece, or simply want to learn a classic rock tune or top 40 song Erik can teach you the skills necessary to attain your goals. Erik is skilled at teaching musical theory as well as a variety of technical and performance related techniques. He is a graduate from some of the most prestigious music schools in the country, he also has over 20 years of teaching experience. Erik has performed with and recorded with some of the world's top musicians and well known recording artists. read more

My son has been taking guitar lessons from Erik for the last 2 years, and his playing has steadily improved ever since. He's a very patient teacher with a friendly, laid back style that instantly makes each student feel comfortable. He also lets the student choose the style & genre to learn, making it fun and keeping them motivated to practice. My son plays all the time at home, and really looks forward to each lesson with Erik. I highly recommend Erik as a music teacher, and I can't wait to see how high my son's abilities soar! read more

I've taken guitar lessons from Erik for over ten years. Over that time, we've worked on different styles (classical, rock, blues and jazz) as well as improving my overall technique. He's a great teacher and is incredibly supportive. Whether you're a complete beginner or seasoned pro, Erik can help you achieve your goals. I highly recommend him. read more

Both my daughter and I have taken lessons from Erik for over a year. She is a skilled player and I am a beginner. Erik is an extremely talented guitarist and actually makes his living doing it. Yet, he is great with beginners like me. What I love about taking lessons from Erik is that he learns my interests and helps pick songs at my skill level that I will enjoy. And what is amazing is can listen to a song and write out the music for me by ear in just a few minutes. He's a great teacher, patient, kind and an all around good guy. I am sure you will be glad to have chosen him as your teacher. read more

Erik is an excellent guy, top-rate musician and has a diligent and patient teaching style. Highly recommend.

I am new to guitar, and Erik has a great amount of patience during lessons. He takes his time teaching all of the building blocks, and never makes you feel inadequate as a beginner. I always feel comfortable and at ease during lessons. He is a great guy and a fantastic teacher! I highly recommend taking lessons from him whether you are a beginner or looking for a more advanced session. He is affordable and extremely encouraging. read more

My experience with Erik has been nothing short of great. He excels at identifying were your at with your skill set, and conducting lessons/exercises to improve your guitar skills. He is patient and is great at explaining every step as you go. I've seen my level of ability grow emensly with the time I have spent with Erik. If you are looking for a guitar teacher who will take you to the next level and will teach you the right way, look no further! The lessons are worth every penny! Guitar lessons with Erik is one of the highlights of my week. Can't say enough good things about my experience with Erik. read more