Private Guitar Lessons with Jim Ferguson: Skype or In-person

Private Lessons with Jim Ferguson

Below: Jim with John, a jazz guitar student.
Jim Ferguson teaching a private guitar student

Letter from a private jazz guitar student:

"As of today I am IN the Small Jazz Ensembles at UC Santa Cruz!! Jim, allow me to offer my deepest thanks for being my coach through this whole learning process. I am certain that I couldn't have done it without you. With that in mind, my victory is your victory, too." —John Southern

Letter from a classical guitar student:

"I have had a teacher/student relationship with Jim for over 10 years now! He has been a steady presence in my musical development whether I have been in the classroom or not. Jim is the kind of teacher who loves what he does so much that he is always interested to engage in a spirited discussion about music - even when I've been living on the opposite side of the country! Jim's knowledge of theory is unparalleled. In short, he combines passion with expertise for a fun, meaningful experience. I'm working up a new repertoire with four of Jim's compositions making up nearly half of the set, along with pieces by Andrew York and Jonathan Feist." —Lucas Salazar, classical guitarist

For cost, availability, and other details about private lessons with Jim, please Contact Us.

Private Lessons with Jim Ferguson

Want to take your playing to the next level? Jim can help as you study with one of America's premier jazz guitar instructors. He teaches jazz, classical guitar (with an emphasis on complete right-hand technique), and composition, and is available for private lessons in Santa Cruz, California.
Jim has taught guitar students privately for over 40 years, and has taught in university and college classrooms for over 25 years, helping guitar and other music students achieve their personal and academic goals.

Jim offers one-on-one personalized lessons geared to each individual student's abilities, interests, and goals. He provides relevant, customized materials, and uses his wide knowledge and years of experience as a performer, composer, and instructor to provide students with the most effective and comprehensive learning experience possible.

Whether you want to be a better player, expand your repertoire, or prepare for an important audition or gig, Jim can help! Scheduling and frequency of lessons is flexible, and the price depends on the type and level of lessons desired.