Personable, kind, a great communicator Seth was very on top of everything he contacted me right away to figure out exactly what it was I'm looking for. He was adaptable to wherever he needed to set up. Very personable, he stayed & chatted for a while after. He had nothing but great reviews and he lived up to them. Thank you again (: read more

I have been taking guitar lessons with Dr. G for two years. He has been an amazing teacher and I've learned so much. He is extremely knowledgeable about not only the guitar but most instruments and music theory. I also really appreciate his years of experience as a performance musician and teacher. He provides in-person lessons and also lessons over Zoom. The remote lessons have been very convenient when I'm out of town. His lessons are also very affordable. I've learned many songs and whenever I have technical questions about my guitars or how to play a certain way he can always answer them. I really appreciate that he's so knowledgeable and I can tell he really cares about his students and their progress. I also recently bought his book "A Guitarist's Guide to Reading Music" and it's been very helpful! read more

Dr Seth Greenberg - Dr. G's music book and music he's helped my write out along with guitar exercises. - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Claremont, California

I've been taking guitar lessons with Dr. Seth Greenberg for just over a year, and the experience has been fantastic. We've worked on ear training, soloing, improvisation, and music theory, and I've seen real growth in my playing. Dr. G is incredibly knowledgeable across a wide range of musical styles and always tailors lessons around songs I'm interested in learning, which keeps things engaging and relevant. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the guitar and music in general. read more

Seth is an amazing guitar teacher. I started with zero knowledge of music or guitars, and he taught me so much. Thanks to his lessons and tips, I learned how to play and improved my skills immensely. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn or get better at playing the guitar. The recorded sessions are made available online at the conclusion of each session are are very helpful when reviewing and working on what was taught. read more

Wow! We've seen Seth perform before in a small venue a while back. He was the first person that came to mind when we needed soft background music for a memorial service during a viewing and also interspersed in the actual service. He was very professional in working with the family and soloist. He knew exactly what to do and went to work. Seth was able to put together a "set list" of music that was meaningful to the family and friends. It really was a nice touch! read more

We recently had Dr. Seth play guitar at an event at our house and it was awesome. His beautiful guitar playing elevated our event and complemented our vibe perfectly. Also, he is extremely easy to work with and accommodating which we appreciate. He's also a genuinely friendly and personable guy. Utilizing him for your next event is a no brainer -- highly recommend!! read more

Had an amazing experience with Dr. G. My 11 year old son expressed his interest in playing the electric guitar and I had no idea where to even begin. Overall he is extremely patient and helped guide us through every step of the way. A bonus was he has experience with all ages including children & he really takes his time to make sure his students are understanding exactly what they are doing and WHY they are doing it. You can tell he is someone who does it for the love of music and not as a "job", I will definitely be recommending read more

Dr Seth Greenberg - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Claremont, California

Dr. Seth is an incredible guitar teacher but an even better human being. He helps make understanding and learning easier. I was able to work with Seth for a year before I had to move and without him I think I'd still be noodling endlessly making no real progress. He is relaxed and understanding and makes learning music theory which can be incredibly dry and complex much easier to comprehend. I recommend him to anyone who want to better understand the joy of music. read more

I started guitar lessons 3 months ago with Seth (Dr. G). I was brand new to the guitar, so I was a bit nervous. However, I have been blown away by his ability to teach and the progress I've made so far. First off, he is extremely organized and provides great structure and guidance; it's easy to tell he has years of experience teaching guitar players of all skill levels. His tips and tricks are unparalleled and he keeps recordings of all our sessions, which is nice for when you need a refresher at home. Beyond that, Seth been incredibly supportive in working through all the challenges that come with starting a new instrument. Plus, his scheduling is flexible and he has been a great communicator. Whether you're brand new to the guitar or just looking to improve, Seth is a great teacher to get you to where you want to be. read more

Having a deep love and appreciation of music, I have always wanted to play an instrument. In fact, I made sure my son had every opportunity to play music once he demonstrated a desire to do so. I have had the pleasure of witnessing how enriched his life has been because of his relationship to music and am very proud that he is a wonderful, talented, musician today. It was with this in mind that I finally realized I had run out of excuses. It was time to learn to play an instrument myself. I set out to review multiple local guitar instructors and decided to call Dr. G. I am so pleased that I did. As one of his students, I have grown to experience music in ways I could only imagine before. Dr. G has been an extremely generous and patient teacher. There have been multiple occasions during our lessons where I marveled at my own growth. My nascent understanding of theoretical principles of music, and my ever-growing skillset on a guitar have now enriched my own life. Generous with his time and efforts to help me meet my goals, Dr. G has never rushed a lesson even while keeping to a schedule for his other students. He provides online access to a wealth of resources, including recordings of our lessons, for my review. Above this, he makes himself available outside of our lessons. We have multiple exchanges where I reached out to ask for advice or clarification and he has always responded in a timely, thoughtful, manner while providing additional instruction. Many of our lessons have been informed by these exchanges and I am often taken aback by his commitment to my goals and interests. Indeed, my lessons have always been catered to my interests and my goals. Ever the patient instructor, Dr. G has never judged my progress on the basis of my own shortcomings. He has instead only provided support and advice for remedying them. Any perceived lack of progress has been the result of my own occasional lack of motivation to prioritize practice and our work together. I have on more occasions than I care to admit started lessons fully aware that I did not practice enough, if at all, only to be put at ease by his understanding and willingness to pick up where we left off or even repeat a lesson. He has always helped me make the most of our time together and I have never walked away feeling disappointed. In fact, I look forward to our lessons and often find it to be a time for personal relaxation and an opportunity to recommit to my development. I am indebted to Dr. G for even a limited ability to understand the instrument in relation to a musical piece and my growing ability to develop strategies to master this process. It is difficult for me to convey how great it feels to nail a song, and more importantly, to have an opportunity to play it together with a professional musician. I can only invite others to find out for themselves. I assure you there is nothing like that feeling you get when you surprise yourself because you've suddenly discovered you're in a zone where you swear you are communicating with a musician through a mutual engagement with a piece of music; and there it is right there, the mark of success: experiencing how fucking cool it feels to actually play music! I can't wait to surprise my son on his next visit from the east coast by asking him to spend a little time with me by playing music together. In short, are you reading this review because you, or someone you cherish, want to learn to play guitar or perhaps add to your understanding and skillset with the instrument or musical composition? If so, call Dr. G and set up some lessons. I can think of no better advice to give on this subject. read more

I first found Dr G on Yelp and I started out with electric guitar lessons in person but moved to online teaching after about a month. Over a few months, Seth has been patient, observant, and knowledgeable. He teaches at a pace that works for me and is always available to help me. I haven't had many teach me the way he does because he's so accessible and it let me learn quickly. I'll continue to recommend him to family and friends. In the span of a few months keeping consistent he has taken me from not knowing the strings of a guitar to playing my favorite song (while singing it too!). I'll continue being a student of his for a long time to come and it's clear why he gets such good reviews. read more

Seth is a wonderful instructor. The techniques we worked on together are the perfect balance of challenging and fun. He's extremely knowledgeable about everything guitar and music theory. He also very enthusiastic about guitar and teaching the guitar. I highly recommend lessons with Seth! read more

Seth has been a tremendous mentor in my guitar journey. From the three months I've been learning with him, he has given so many different perspectives on how to connect with the instrument and music. His lessons are ones that you take with you forever, not just for a short period of time. He truly looks out for his students and wants what's best for them in their music journey. I am very grateful for his mentorship! read more

I've seen Dr. Seth for the last five years now, off and on. All I have to say is, I got obsessed with guitar and would play for over five hours a day at times. He really knows how to form a lesson around your interests in music. I would 100% recommend him. read more

Dr. Seth is a very talented musician, very entertaining to watch his master skills on a guitar. Had the pleasure of listening to him perform beautiful music twice a month for a little more than a year at the Back Abbey in Upland, CA where I Bartend. read more

I am so glad that I found Dr. Seth Greenberg for my music teacher. He is wonderful, has great technique to teach student ( like me) without learning music before, but just a few weeks taking lesson from him I can play the first movement of Moonlight Sonata on the guitar. Amazing teacher. Thank you for being you as a muscian and wholehearted teacher! Monique Mai Nguyen read more

Dr Seth Greenberg - Musical Instruments & Teachers Near Me - Claremont, California

Seth is an excellent instructor. He tailors lessons based on feedback from his student focusing on the type of music the student is interested in. He also, will adjust the amount of music theory in his lessons based the students interest. His personality makes lessons fun and interesting while progressing through training. If you are looking for a guitar/music professor, he is much more than an instructor, I would highly recommend Seth Greenberg. read more

Amazing guitarist! He could play anything and sound great! He plays at the Back Abbey often and he always plays with a great tone and you could really feel the music as he plays. He plays with such precision and care, you have to hear it! 10/10 every time. read more

Dr. Seth G is an incredible musician with a real, natural talent. Highly recommend him for your next birthday, wedding or event you are planning. The music is beautiful and creates the perfect ambiance for any event. He combines well-known tunes with his own artistic flare. If you are planning an event and need a musician - look no further! read more

They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but Seth was able to teach this old dog how to play guitar! I've always wanted to learn to play guitar, and at 36, I realized there wasn't really anything stopping me except for me. After a quick Yelp search, I found Seth's page with all the glowing reviews and discovered his studio within a mile from my house. Absolute kismet! Due to time constraints, I only took lessons for 3 months but I thoroughly enjoyed our time together. Seth is meticulous about technique so you learn the right way, and he's great about instilling the fundamentals so you can really understand the concepts for faster progression. I was a bit worried about learning a brand new instrument in my middle age: rewiring the brain to accept newness is just more challenging at this point in life when frustration is quick to occur. Turns out, I was worried for nothing. Also, his teaching method is super fun: we get to play songs of our choosing! You'll actually look forward to practicing because being able to play the chords in your favorite song is incredibly gratifying. I wish I had more time to resume our lessons (I'm working and going to school full time at the moment), but if given the chance, I would certainly take it back up again. read more

I've been working with Seth for over a year now and I would very strongly recommend him to anyone who wants to become a better guitarist and musician. I've been playing for 30 years now and this has been my first foray into formal instruction. As a 45 year old player with a ton of bad habits Dr. Seth has really been understanding, flexible and extremely easy to work with. He has made even the most challenging things manageable and has been a fantastic mentor with a positive and supportive style of instruction. I would strongly recommend him to players of any level! read more

Simply put, Dr. Seth G is an amazing guitar teacher. He modifies each lesson based on the your skill level and/ or areas that need focus. He makes certain you undersand the reasoning behind the extremely useful lessons, tips, and tricks that will ultimately make you a solid guitar player. To make it even better, he's kind, organized, and super professional. Who could ask for more? read more

Seth brought an enormous amount of talent, integrity and peace of mind to our wedding and reception. He has a huge repertoire of songs and compositions by any artist or group you could possibly request. There was one or two songs that were not on his list and he not only learned them, he played them flawlessly. Seth was prompt, professional and brought overall joy to our once-in-a-lifetime wedding and reception. We received many compliments about Seth and his music from our guests. We cannot say enough good things about this fantastic musician. read more

Seth was a pleasure to work and a joy to watch perform. I booked him for Hotel Casa 425 in Claremont where he played at Lounge for our summer concert series. He was professional, on time, and communicated throughout the entire process. I was really blown away by his range of music knowledge and his passion really showed when he played. He was friendly to the entire hotel staff. Personable fellow and talented musician. Would definitely book again and encourage you to! read more

Wow! All we can say is if you are looking for a professional musician for you wedding or event, look no further! We were fortunate enough to have had the experience of working with Seth and this guy can learn to play literally anything while adding his own artistic spin. Our small wedding at Auberge Du Soleil was everything we had hoped it would it would be and was made even more special by the pieces Seth learned to play for us. Our guests were very impressed! Communication was easy and stress free. You will not find a more talented musician. Thank you Seth! read more

I have been a student of music since the fourth grade - clarinet, saxophone, and guitar - and have had many, many music teachers throughout the years. Seth stands out from the rest because he not only loves making great music, he loves teaching and working out the challenges of each student. His knowledge and love of music is expansive (his PhD in musicology speaks to that), and, most importantly, he knows how to translate that knowledge into a language that each student can understand. There is no reason to look any further for an exceptional musician and teacher - regardless of your age, abilities, or goals. read more

Both of my daughters took guitar lessons from Dr. Greenberg at the tender age of 7, and it was a wonderful experience for both of them! He is patient and supportive, gently building confidence and ability while fostering a general love of music. Seth is extremely knowledgeable of many music genres, and he encourages students to play what they enjoy. His passion for music is inspiring and contagious! Though my daughters ended up choosing piano, I credit Seth Greenberg with teaching them how to read music and follow tempo, and for giving them a solid and lasting foundation. Aside from being a wonderful teacher, Seth is also a great person and an AMAZING guitarist! We make it a point to hear him perform whenever we can. I just can't say enough about him! read more

Our University has booked Seth numerous times for many of our more upscale, larger events; including two of our most prestigious--a welcome reception for our new University President and our annual alumni homecoming. He adds a touch a class and elegance and played a big part in making them a success! An incredibly talented musician, he never fails to impress. His music enhances the ambiance of any occasion. Usually at events with 300+ people, the music becomes merely a backdrop and goes unnoticed amidst the "hub-bub" of the crowd; Seth was the first time we received multiple comments and accolades on how much they enjoyed it. As en event planner, I only work with vendors/people who make my job and life easier. Seth is a consummate professional and does not only that, but is always charming, creative and a pleasure to work with. Once I book him and confirm details, I can check that off my list and know I don't have to worry about it again. I know he will be there the day, on time, have a great play list set and be a crowd-pleaser every time. A true talent and a pleasure to work with, I can't recommend him highly enough. read more

My son (age 10) started taking guitar lessons with Dr. Seth Greenberg in the fall of 2016 having never played guitar before. With Seth's patient and knowledgeable tutelage, Luca was playing recognizable pieces in a short time. He never felt frustrated and always looked forward to his lessons. Seth is a great guitar teacher whose in depth experience and knowledge allows him to taylor his lessons to each student, individually. He is patient and kind and clearly loves what he does, which is to inspire a love of music in each of his students...oh and teach them to play guitar! I highly recommend Seth and only wish he didn't move away. read more

Seth played guitar for my wedding at the Brazilian room, his music was absolutely wonderful and he was so easy to work with. I couldn't have been more pleased I found him! He was upfront with prices/timeline and logistics right from the beginning which I found was not the case with others I attempted to contact, and he was very easy and pleasant to communicate with through email. He had such an extensive repertoire of songs, which clearly showed he was a well-versed musician, and he was able to learn a song with ease that I wanted to walk down the aisle, and it was perfect. At the wedding, he played beautifully during the ceremony and the cocktail hour. It was exactly what I wanted for my wedding. My guests only had positive comments about how much they enjoyed the music. I would strongly recommend them to anyone looking for a musician, especially for a wedding. His prices are extremely reasonable considering how talented he is! read more

I found Dr. Seth on Yelp after trying to take guitar lessons with friends (spoiler alert: it wasn't a good idea to take a lesson with friends). Dr. Seth is a very patient and kind teacher. I like how he really emphasizes the importance of knowing your fretboard. Most guitar teachers will just teach you the shapes - Dr. Seth teaches you music theory and all the notes on your fretboard. He's very good at assessing your skill level and needs as a guitar player. I felt very comfortable with Seth as my teacher and I highly recommend to guitar players at any skill level. read more

Seth was absolutely wonderful to work with. My wedding was at the Brazilian Room in Berkeley earlier this month. We had Seth play music for guest arrival and for the ceremony itself. He is very prompt and professional in his correspondence leading up to the event. He sent us a list of his repertoire and wow is it impressive. He had played at the venue before so all I had to do was let him know what songs I wanted performed. So so easy! The day went off without a hitch and we received so many compliments from guests! read more

Edit review 5.0 star rating 3/16/2016 Dr. Seth Greenberg has reintroduced the love of music for my 13 year old son. My son took lessons from several other instructors but always found they were pushing their own agenda and not truly engaged with his interests and what he wanted to learn. Following my son's first lesson with Dr. Greenberg, my son asked if he could continue lessons with him! That was a first. He is patient, extremely intelligent and engaged with his students. My son is making music on the guitar and we are looking forward to the continued progress with this teacher. He is also very responsive when I message him and also in tune with my son's taste of music. We are so lucky to have found him and we rate him 5 stars because he has the right balance between teaching and listening to his students to help them achieve their goals. read more

As an event planner, I have the opportunity to collaborate with many different musicians. Recently I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Seth G. Seth graciously shares the gift of his beautiful music with those who are fortunate to be his audience. His professionalism and musical ability create an elegant ambiance for weddings and other special events. His mild-mannered approach puts his clients at ease and makes it easy to work with him. Seth's work is superlative. I recommend him without hesitation. read more

Seth recently played at our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. He is an outstanding musician and he helped make our event perfect. (I love acoustic guitar music.) Many people made comments about how great he was. It was nice to occasionally glance over at him and watch him perform -- it is very clear that he's passionate about playing and it is inspirational to witness. Seth also met with me prior to the event to discuss our event and music selection. His expertise was extremely helpful in guiding me to make song choices. I am so happy that he performed at our wedding and hope to see him perform again. read more

Dr. Seth is not only a master of his craft but the most patient and understanding teacher I have ever had. Despite the difficulties of learning a new instrument as a adult, Dr. Seth has helped me so much along the way. I wholeheartedly encourage any student with reservations about learning a new instrument to contact one of the best in the area. Dr. Seth will make sure your experience is a fruitful one as you experience the joys of learning a new instrument and creating beautiful music. read more

I started with Seth having already done five years of lessons. Seth identified areas that needed improvement and set about putting together a program to address those deficiencies and to reinforce my fundamentals. Listening to recordings of myself last year as compared to now, the improvement is very apparent. Seth has an incredible command of not only the instrument and music theory, but is also a very patient and engaging teacher. If you can obtain a lesson slot then no matter your skill level, you'll improve under Seth's tutelage. read more

We asked Seth to play for our wedding during December 2016. It was a pleasure. Communication with Seth was a pleasure. He was fast to reply and easy to talk to. He played all the songs we requested. He came on time to set up and his music was great. I would love to do more businesses with Seth in the future for other events. Thanks Seth for making our wedding more special. read more

Seth has been teaching my teenaged daughter the guitar for the past year and the results have been fantastic. Like most teenagers, she was reluctant to take music lessons at first but nowadays I hear her playing the guitar for fun in her room. Also, aside from being a skilled guitar instructor, Seth has always been very professional and responsive in communications about scheduling, etc. I highly recommend him. read more

Seth is an amazing instructor and performer. His passion for music and teaching is immediately visible. He is a treasure to work with. And his performances are unforgettable. read more