What sets Mark Veldevere Guitar Studios apart from the rest?

The first lesson is always free. You come see the studio, meet the teacher, get to know each other and start learning your first song. At Merk Veldevere Guitar Studios there are never any contracts.

Mark has played the guitar for over 40 years and taught guitar professionally, full-time for over 30 years!

Call to find out about family discounts and any specials currently running.

Students can learn Rock, Blues, Jazz, Funk, Punk, Country, Bluegrass, Fingerstyle, Classical, Metal, Pop, Latin, Reggae, Ska, and more!

Some studios teach everyone the same materials no matter what. Because each student is different, all lessons are customized to their age, ability level, and musical aspirations.

Students range from four to 70 years old and range from absolute beginner to advanced!

Student are recommended to attend group theory classes once a month where they learn music theory and how to write their own music! Students who learn to read music have a distinct advantage over those who do not!

The main location is Cottonwood Heights and the other is located in West Jordan.

There are two recitals each year where students can perform pieces they have been working on. While not required, it is highly recommended.

Students are required to bring their own instrument but the studios are equipped with amps and all other necessary equipment.

The studios are equipped with a recording device that can record the lesson to either a CD or an SD card. HD video recording of the lessons can be arranged as well. Students are also welcome to record the lesson on their phones, tablets, etc. This helps allows the student to review any part of the lesson again while practicing during the week.

Students can choose from a library of over 7000 songs from hundreds of artists in every style! If a student wants to learn a song that is not in the library, the teacher can transcribe it for them or print it out for them.

Several times a year we are proud to have some great and special artists come and perform and teach the students. These include Michael Dowdle (Award winning session guitarist and composer), Rich Dixon (Award winning session guitarist and composer), Chris Proctor (National Fingerstyle Champion and former Taylor Guitars Clinician), Jesse Thurgood (Award winning songwriter), etc!

Sometimes families will have several individuals wanting to learn different instruments! The Cottonwood Heights location has different teachers teaching everything from Acoustic and Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Drums, Trumpet, Trombone, etc.