Guitar Lessons Vienna
Gitarrenunterricht Wien
Pick this path if you:
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Have a guitar at home, know a few basic chords but aren't sure how to continue.
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Have a child who is eager to start learning about music and is interested in the guitar.
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Are interested in becoming the next future guitar star of the decade.
Pick this path if you:
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Already know some chords and happily strum away playing a few of your favourite songs or some simple classical pieces.
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Maybe know some scales (major and minor), basic music theory and can play bar chords.
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All of the above and you're feeling lost in the amount of guitar learning information available online and have hit the wall.
Explore Intermediate Guitar
Pick this path if you:
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Are already bringing your guitar to parties and impressing everyone.
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Know your Diminished from your Flat 5th and can cruise around the guitar neck switching between scales.
- Confidently jam with other musicians.
- All of the above but feel you just need a bit of guidance polishing those expert skills.
Explore Advanced Guitar
Beginner Guitarist
what you will learn
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How to tune and maintain your guitar including how to change strings.
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The most common guitar chords that will open up a world in which you can potentially play thousands of songs in every genre.
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Simple but essential music theory that will allow you to understand what you are playing on guitar and what you are hearing in music.
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Fundamental guitar 'finger-style' techniques and how to use a plectrum (if you choose to use one).
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A few easy-to-play scales with which you can start to play along with other musicians, backing tracks and your favourite songs.
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If you want, you can start to learn how to read music or tips to sing while playing the guitar.
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You'll be overcoming challenges, expressing yourself musically and have loads of fun learning guitar in the process.
"I'm only myself when I have a guitar in my hand"
George Harrison
"I just want to be
able to play and make people feel good with what I do"
Mark Knopfler
Intermediate Guitarist
what you will learn
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Firstly we'll develop a personalised teaching plan to get you on the right track. We can check out some of the more complex songs that you've always wanted to be able to play.
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We'll dive into more advanced techniques using the fretting hand (bends, slides, hammer on and more).
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You'll also develop your rhythm hand - adding percussive elements to your playing, exploring challenging finger-style and plectrum technique.
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Without even trying, you'll learn more complex theory which will improve your playing and improvisation skills.
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We can start to look at things like: guitar and amp effects, audio production, what different strings can do and even how to do a basic set-up on your guitar.
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If you enjoy writing your own music, by the end of our sessions you'll be equipped with a mountain of knowledge to test out in your own songs.
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If you're a classical player, you'll be developing the ability to play some beautiful pieces.
Advanced Guitarist
What you will learn
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After our sessions you'll able to play complex musical pieces and/or convincingly play with other experienced musicians.
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You'll be able to play well in various genres on guitar and most importantly (really) you'll be able to evoke an array of feelings and emotions from the listener using various styles and techniques of playing.
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We'll go into the fine details of pro-technique: making sure those bends and hammer ons are on point, the slides are nuanced and those ghost notes are in the right place.
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We'll explore different techniques you can bring into your style from other genres - looking at some technique from flamenco, classical, jazz and rock. The choice is yours.
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We'll study alternative chord voicings, arpeggios and explore modal scales, ensuring you are confident in creating melodies and improvising all over the guitar neck.
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During the lesson we'll play more together allowing you to apply the knowledge you are learning.
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We'll pay extra attention to the dynamics of your technique to elevate your playing to the next level.
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We can explore in detail the craft of songwriting, improvisation and performance.
“Music doesn’t lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music.”
Jimi Hendrix
"you're a rare rare find A troubled cure For a troubled mind"
Nick Drake
Lesson Prices
2025
50 minute single lesson
45 Euro
30 minute single lesson
35 Euro
50 minute package* (4 lessons)
160 Euro
30 minute package* (4 lessons)
120 Euro
*I offer a free trial lesson without commitment to continue.
* Package lessons to be taken within a 6 week period
*Group lessons and online lessons available on request. Prices may differ.
Do you offer a free trial lesson to see if I think you're the right teacher for me?
Yes, the first lesson lasts 25 minutes and is completely free with no commitment to continue lessons.
I'm a complete beginner. Can I still learn guitar with you?
Of course, that's what I'm here for!
How do I know what level of guitar I'm at?
Don't panic, during the free trial lesson we will talk about your goals, assess your ability and design a teaching plan unique to you.
Do I need a guitar to start lessons?
For the first lesson you can use one of my guitars (I also have a smaller guitar for children). If you decide to continue with lessons then you will need a guitar.
Can you help me to choose a guitar?
Yes I'd be happy to advise you on a suitable guitar whether you're a beginner or an advanced player looking to purchase your next instrument.
Does it matter which type of guitar I choose to learn with?
For a beginner not really, because the things you will learn are essentially transferable to any guitar. As you progress you may find that you prefer one type over another (electric over acoustic for example).
Do I need to be able to read music to learn the guitar?
Absolutely not - I can teach you to read music if you wish but it's not necessary to have any prior knowledge of music reading or theory to start learning guitar.
How often do I need to practice guitar as a beginner?
How fast would you like to progress? What are your goals on guitar? If you just want to learn a few simple songs to play then 2 or 3 times a week for 30 minutes might be enough. Want to be able to play the difficult stuff? Then play everyday. There are no shortcuts here.
At what age do you recommend a child can start learning guitar?
In my experience from 7 years old is a suitable age. However if the child is really motivated to play then of course they can begin a little younger.
What length of lesson do you recommend for a child?
For children between 7 - 10 I would recommend a 30 minute lesson to begin with.
Can I learn electric, acoustic and classical guitar at the same time?
Absolutely - I think learning on different types of guitar can only make you a better player overall by giving you an extensive understanding of the instrument. Plus, it's fun.
I play electric guitar. Do I have to bring my amp with me for the lessons?
Nope, I have electric and acoustic amps here for you to use during the lesson.
Which styles/genres of guitar do you teach?
I like to play and teach all styles of guitar and I have a very broad musical taste so you're in good hands.
Can you help me with songwriting and composition?
Definitely - songwriting is a craft in itself and a skill that one improves over time. I've been writing for many years and enjoy combining my knowledge of songwriting with teaching guitar.
Can I have online lessons with you?
Yes online lessons are possible on request.
Is your teaching studio accessible for people with limited mobility?
Unfortunately not, as there is no elevator in the building. In this case it may be possible to arrange the lesson at another nearby studio or conduct the lesson online.
Guitar Lessons
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Terms and Conditions
markpetersmusic.com - guitar lessons with Mark Peters.
Effective from 4th January 2025
1. Subject of the contract
As a rule, lessons are offered as individual lessons in person or in certain circumstances online lessons can be arranged. Lessons are given once a week (unless the flexible tariff is selected). The exact content and scope of the lessons are agreed individually with the contractual partner.
2. Lesson location
The lessons take place at Wallensteinstrasse 17/17, 1200, Vienna Austria and is dependent on the capacity and workload of the teacher or the premises.
3. Lesson times
The lesson times (Monday to Friday) are fixed personally with the teacher. 30 minute and 50 minute lesson times are offered.
4. Price/payment conditions
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All bookings for lessons must be made through the Website or via direct communication with the Website owner.
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Payment is required in advance unless otherwise agreed.
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Accepted payment methods include bank transfer or cash payments.
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Any applicable taxes or fees will be disclosed before payment.
For regular lessons:
For regular, weekly lessons, the lesson fee of 4 units must be paid in advance and is non-refundable. The lesson fee depends on the lesson times selected and the current prices according to this website. The 4 booked units must be used within 6 weeks of the first lesson or the remaining units will expire without a replacement or catch-up date.
For flexible bookings:
For flexible lessons, each unit consumed is charged individually and must be paid on the same day.
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A scheduled lesson can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before the agreed date and time. A date and time for a replacement lesson will be offered. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson are non-refundable. If you cancel within 24 hours or do not show up, the lesson will not be refunded and a replacement lesson will not be offered. If the teacher is unable to attend or has to cancel the lesson for any reason, a replacement lesson will be arranged.
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Wallensteinstrasse 17/17
1200 Vienna, Austria
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