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    Lyle Long - Student taking a lesson via Zoom!

    Lyle Long

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    I grew up in a musical family…read more I was a reluctant classical piano student for 10 years. On one hand, I was fortunate to have had lessons from one of the most renowned organists/pianists in the Washington, DC, metro area. On the other hand, I had little love for the keyboard or the music I was assigned to play. Nevertheless, I learned to appreciate good music and good musicians. The same year I quit the piano, a Gibson J-45 acoustical guitar arrived at Christmas. Like many teenagers, I day-dreamed about playing professionally without understanding what that required. Other things in life got in the way of guitar playing and the Gibson got sold. Forty years later, my wife and I were attending an art auction. The first item up for bid was a guitar with two months' worth of lessons. I made an opening bid... my wife gave me a surprised look... I didn't expect to win... I did. That's how I got started with Lyle Long - purely by chance. It's been one of the most satisfying, educational experiences in my life. I've studied under some exceptionally talented music teachers. Lyle stands at the top of that list for two reasons: his talent as an exceptional guitarist; but more so, because of his exceptional teaching skills. He has an uncanny ability to get to the essence of issues that frustrate music students. He does this on both an emotional and technical level. He has the unusual gift of being able to connect with both adults as well as young children. It is truly amazing to watch (or experience first-hand) how he translates complex music theory into easily understood concepts; guides students to understand these concepts with achievable techniques based upon their current skill levels; diagnoses errors and corrects habits; all of which combine towards building a strong foundation of confidence. For young people especially, I think acquiring confidence in something that they can value (and others value) is critical. I came to my first lessons with a lot of uncertainty about my technical capabilities and knowledge. Lyle literally started by returning me to a very basic level and showed me how much of the theory and techniques that I had learned many years earlier had actually gotten in the way of making me a better musician. I sometimes leave my lessons with thoughts about how very different my music life would have been if I'd had Lyle Long for a teacher forty years ago. If you are considering musical instruction for yourself, or for your children; at levels anywhere between beginner to professional, I highly recommend Lyle Long. You will not regret your decision.

    From the owner: Guitar Lessons for the Beginning to Advanced Guitarist from the ages of 8 on up! Guitar Instructor…read moreLyle Long has played guitar for 37 years and taught for 27 years. My real world experience makes all the difference in effective and enjoyable lessons. Guitar lessons with me are focused on the students' musical enjoyment and desires (with clear and concise guidance). Learn the music you want to learn! I have fully equipped lesson studio's located in Brighton and Thornton CO. Visit my website for complete info! Styles taught: Rock Guitar, Blues Guitar, Christian/Gospel Guitar, Jazz Guitar, Pop Guitar, Metal Guitar, R & B Guitar, Alternative Guitar, Country Guitar, Folk Guitar, Lesson Content Includes: Guidance In Equipment Selection, Recording and Production, Song Writing, Scales and Exercises, Music Theory, Reading Music, Jamming Skills, Improvisation, Performance, Slide Guitar, Fingerstyle Guitar, Open tunings, Rhythm guitar, Lead guitar, All types of modern guitar techniques

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    Spark Music Studio - musicalinstrumentsandteachers - Updated May 2026

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