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9 Best Guitar Lessons in Singapore (2026)

Where to learn guitar in Singapore: 9 schools and studios for acoustic, electric and classical lessons for kids and adults, checked on their own sites.

By: Amir Wahab
Edited by: Amir Wahab
Published: 7 Oct 2026
Reading time: 6 min read

A teenage boy learning acoustic guitar with a teacher guiding his hand in a bright music room

Learning guitar is easier when the teacher, style and setting suit you, so this guide gathers nine Singapore schools and studios where guitar lessons are a genuine part of the offer. Some are dedicated guitar schools, some teach classical technique, and others cover worship, band or rock playing, for children, teens or adults. Each entry draws on the provider's own website, and claims are attributed to it. Use the list to narrow by style and age group, then confirm teachers, timetables, trial arrangements and fees directly, since schools change their offerings. We have left out ratings and prices, which change often.

1. Guitar Emerge

Guitar Emerge is a school devoted to guitar and ukulele, and its site says it has been running since 2012 with branches in Ang Mo Kio and Potong Pasir. Its course menu separates a Fundamental Guitar Course, a Junior Guitar Course, and dedicated acoustic and electric guitar courses, so learners can pick a track instead of a generic lesson. The school says it teaches children through adults and offers both physical classes and online lessons. It also lists workshops, masterclasses and a store alongside lessons. A natural first stop if you want a school where guitar is the only subject on the timetable. Check which branch hosts your preferred course and class times before booking a trial.

Ang Mo Kio & Potong Pasir
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2. Studio 72

Studio 72 describes itself as one of the few Singapore music schools that teaches adults only, which makes it unusual on this list. Its site says guitar is taught in acoustic and electric forms across rock, pop, jazz and funk, either in one-to-one sessions or in small group classes. The school states that it sets no graded exams and asks for no practice diaries, so it suits grown-ups who want to play for enjoyment rather than certificates. Lessons take place in a studio at Boat Quay, and the site mentions a trial option for new students. Worth considering if a children's-oriented classroom feels like the wrong fit. Its site lists vocals, drums, keyboard, bass and ukulele too.

Boat Quay
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3. Tanglewood Music School

Tanglewood is a Bukit Timah school whose site says it was founded in 2000 and teaches violin, piano, cello, viola, voice and guitar. Its guitar page focuses on classical guitar for children and adults, led by teacher Jacob Leong, whose profile lists an ABRSM diploma in guitar performance and study under a Cultural Medallion recipient. The school says students can aim for ABRSM exams or simply learn technique and expression at a relaxed pace. Lessons are one to one, near King Albert Park MRT. A fitting option for families who want nylon-string, notation-based study with an exam path available. The same studio also teaches other strings and piano, which suits siblings learning different instruments.

Bukit Timah
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4. Alternate Tone Music School

Alternate Tone calls itself a contemporary music school and says it has operated since 2009 from two outlets, one in the City Hall area and one at Serangoon Garden. Its menu breaks guitar into electric, acoustic, fingerstyle, bass and a heavy metal and shredding course, plus a separate kids guitar programme and ukulele. The school says each lesson is customised to the student and that its modules run through blues, rock, jazz and metal for beginners to advanced players. It also teaches piano, drums and singing, which helps if a family wants several instruments under one roof. Its homepage carries a 2023 copyright notice, so confirm current timetables first, and ask which outlet your preferred teacher works from.

City Hall & Serangoon Garden
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5. Swee Lee Music Academy

Swee Lee Music Academy is the lessons arm of the long-established Swee Lee music retailer, and its academy page lists electric guitar, acoustic guitar, ukulele and drum lessons. The academy says it uses an in-house syllabus, teaches music theory for a solid foundation, and tailors lessons to each student's pace. Its FAQ states that lessons are mostly individual with a fixed weekly slot and that studios are fitted with instruments from brands such as Fender, Heritage and Ibanez, so students need not bring their own. It also mentions performance opportunities and brand clinics. Suited to learners who value access to well-equipped practice rooms and a gear-minded environment. Confirm which Swee Lee studio hosts the lessons you want.

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6. Yamaha Music School

Yamaha Music School's teens and adults page lists a dedicated guitar, bass and ukulele group covering acoustic guitar, electric guitar, classical guitar, bass guitar and ukulele, so all three main guitar types are named. Its page also lists wind, violin, vocal and cajon options. The school says its adult courses are conducted in groups or individually for a more personal experience, and it mentions Jam Studios where friends can play together. Children's courses are described separately on its site. Because the page covers the whole Yamaha network, check the school locator for the branch nearest you and confirm which guitar course runs there. Good for those who like a structured, brand-backed curriculum. Ask about trial arrangements too.

Islandwide
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7. Methodist School of Music

Methodist School of Music takes a distinctive angle on guitar, teaching contemporary secular and Christian repertoire with an eye to band playing and worship settings. Its guitar page says lessons build chords, harmony, rhythm and playing by ear, and welcomes both beginners and more advanced players. The school lists sessions of 45 or 60 minutes at the early levels, at least two to three performance opportunities a year, masterclasses and studio rentals for practice and exam recordings. Its instructor profiles include teachers who also play drums or lead worship. The school is based at John Wesley Centre along Upper Bukit Timah Road, a practical choice for anyone who plans to play in church. Ask about level placement.

Upper Bukit Timah
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8. Cristofori Music School

Cristofori runs a dedicated guitar lessons page covering classical, acoustic, electric and bass guitar, with a stated starting age of five. Its two-year outline moves from posture, strumming and basic chords in year one to barre chords, fingerstyle basics and improvisation with pentatonic scales in year two. The school says students may then sit an RSL Classical or Rockschool Guitar Grade 2 practical exam. It publishes branch listings across Singapore, so you can look for a location near home, and it also sells guitars through its own online store. Appealing if you want a clear two-year roadmap with a graded exam as an optional milestone. Fees and schedules vary by branch, so ask the nearest school.

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9. Aureus Academy

Aureus Academy offers one-to-one guitar lessons built around its Aureus Interactive programme, which its guitar page describes as combining illustrated lesson books, themed studios, rewards and parent-app progress updates. The site lays out five grade stages, starting with rhythm and tablature on the first three strings and moving towards barre chords, palm muting and fretboard fluency. It says the curriculum spans classical, jazz, pop, Latin and rock styles for students of all ages and abilities. Lessons are delivered through a network of studios, with a trial booking option on the site. Best suited to parents who want visible, trackable progress for a younger beginner. Ask which studio offers guitar near you and when.

Islandwide
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How to choose

Start with the style you want to play. Classical guitar usually follows notation and graded exams, while acoustic, electric and fingerstyle courses lean on chords, songs and tone. Check that the school actually lists your style on its own site, rather than assuming every guitar teacher covers everything equally well.
Match the format to the learner. One-to-one lessons allow the pace to be set around you, while group classes can feel more social and are sometimes offered for beginners. Some schools teach adults only or focus on children, so read the age information on the course page before you enquire.
Decide whether exams matter. Several schools mention ABRSM, RSL or Rockschool pathways, while others say they set no graded exams at all. Neither approach is better by default; the right one depends on whether you want a certificate, steady structure, or simply the freedom to learn songs you enjoy.
Look at the teacher, not just the brand. Where a school publishes instructor profiles, read them for background, genres and teaching experience, and ask who would teach you. Large networks may assign teachers by branch or timeslot, so the specific person matters as much as the school's name.
Ask practical questions before paying: whether a trial lesson exists, whether you need your own guitar, what the lesson length and term structure are, and how missed lessons are handled. Request the full fee list in writing, including any registration or exam charges, and check the branch location suits your schedule.

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Amir Wahab

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Amir Wahab is the founder and editor of LocalRank, an independent Singapore rankings and local guides publication.

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