LESSONS

Nashville based musician Aaron Kessler is passionate about spreading the joy music has brought to his life. As a guitarist, Aaron maintains a high level of technical proficiency and a deep understanding of the pedagogical principles that make it possible. Whether you want to learn your favorite songs, music theory, songwriting, improvisation, ear training, or sight-reading, Aaron will cater the lesson to you. He plays and teaches all styles, but specializes in blues, r&b, funk, pop, soul and country. 

Types of lesson offered: Guitar/Bass/Songwriting/Production 

RATES

Aaron's in-office and online lesson fee is $80 an hour, or $45 for 1/2 hr. (Up to 15% off for long-term students.) There is a 24-hour cancellation fee of $20. Call or email for scheduling availability.

akessler@alumni.berklee.edu
(615) 861-9803

STudent Testimonials

“Aaron is incredible! His ability to evaluate what I need to work on, figure out solutions for them and provide them to me in a way that is encouraging has helped my guitar playing progress so quickly. Thank you Aaron!”
-Jeremy Cohen, of “The Rare Occasions”

“Aaron is an incredibly great guitar player and excellent teacher! Highly recommended.”
-Joe Pomarico, Engineer, Atlantic Records/Founder, Telegraph Hill Records

"As an aspiring musician, proper training and instruction has been key to my development. With his diverse musical background and patience through sometimes stubborn learning curves, Aaron enabled me to improve all aspects of my playing and more confidently navigate the guitar."
   -Gareth West 

"Aaron is an immensely talented individual. As a teacher he was able to quickly understand how I learn and use it productively. He gave me the ability and tools to continue my studies, develop my craft, and love what I do." 
   -Christian Stropko

"Aaron is an awesome teacher. I was really hesitant to play the guitar at first, but after he demonstrated some beginner techniques and drew up some chords charts, I began to actually enjoy it. Studying with Aaron was the most fun I have had learning the instrument"
   -Ariel Thomas

"I’ve taken lessons with Aaron for over 2 years and he has helped my playing tremendously. He’s a very patient teacher but also pushes me to be the best player I can be. Highly recommend taking lessons with Aaron"
 -Paul Duckstad

”Aaron is a fantastic instructor! I have become way more confident in my abilities and I have grown so much as a musician under his instruction. Super helpful and easy to learn from. I would recommend him to anyone looking for great training.”
-Camille Duvall

”Aaron’s love of the guitar is infectious. Taking lessons with him is always the highlight of my week! I highly recommend him!”
-David Verell

"As someone who had only messed with a guitar from time to time, Aaron has taught me fun lessons that have quickly improved my basic skills and is always willing to to work towards what I would like to accomplish on guitar!"
-Byron Watts

”Aaron was hands down the most helpful music teacher I’ve had. Not only has he worked with me to improve upon my guitar technique, but he’s introduced me to instruments like pedal steel and mandolin. Awesome guy!”
-Gillian Endicott

“Aaron was the best! He made me feel so comfortable and excited about learning a new instrument. I always struggled with rhythm and he was a huge help. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone!”
-Maura Gill

”Best guitar teacher ever!! I will only be recommending Aaron from now on!”
-Lucy Pugh-Sellers

“Went in for lessons with Aaron... he was great! Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend him to others!”
-Riley Edwards

“Aaron was a fantastic instructor!! I arrived to him with little to no experience and he was patient and so very helpful! We started out with basic chords and before I knew it I was plucking out little songs. Can not recommend highly enough!”
-Talia Wiener