Farr Guitar Studio

Yes, we provide a free trial lesson with no obligation or credit card required.

Our instructor focuses on effective practice strategies and personalized instruction tailored to each student's pace and goals.

Yes, we offer online guitar lessons for students who prefer virtual instruction.

We primarily serve Austin, Texas but also offer online lessons to students nationwide.

Yes, we host jam sessions, song circles, and live music events to engage students with Austin's music scene.

Jake is great to work with and he makes guitar playing easy. Lessons are enjoyable because you pick the music and the agenda, I only wish I had scrapped boring YouTube videos sooner. I highly recommend Jake as an instructor, and by the way, hes a great guy, too!

Feeling I had reached a plateau in what youtube videos and tabs could teach me, I was looking for external guidance to get out of the rut. With Jake's help over the past year I am growing as a guitarist faster than ever. He's demystified songwriting, improvisation, and music theory. I've achieved goals that seemed intangible a year ago. I've played (and sang!) in front of other students. I've been a student of Jake's before and during the pandemic.

He has handled virtual lessons masterfully and meeting online has not slowed me down at all. Jake's personality will make you feel at ease right away. He takes care to build a custom plan for each of his students depending on their personal goals. This year alone we have worked on songwriting, delta blues, blues improvisation, spanish guitar, jazz guitar, and more. Honestly can't recommend him enough!

I'm so happy I stumbled upon Jake's location after seeing a sign while driving past the building where lessons are held. Jake has been a great instructor as I transition back into guitar and hone in on some skills. He is patient, music style receptive, and quite knowledgeable in his expertise. Thank you Jake!

In a sea of guitar players and teachers, Jake is superlative. Jake has an effortless style of teaching and can provide detailed instruction or laid back generalized teaching - he tailors each lesson to you, your wants and needs. Need a song transcribed? Got it. Need in-depth music theory? Yup, that too. How about a vague "Can I play like so-and-so?" lesson, yes!

Jake is gifted; both as a musician and as an educator. He is very approachable, offers gentle guidance that continually develops his students, and has such a great, relaxed attitude that learning from him is a joy! He truly individualizes each lesson for each student. I could not recommend him more. He has something to offer students of all ages and skill levels. My 12 year old daughter has been taking lessons from Jake for several years and she just continues to grow and improve as a guitarist. Thanks, Jake!

I'm in my 50's and just started playing a few years ago. Jake has been the perfect teacher, I feel like I'm learning guitar from an old friend. He's extremely knowledgeable, encouraging and just a great overall teacher and coach. He's helped me overcome hurdles I never thought I'd achieve and every week I come home fired up to learn a new skill. A real cool guy dedicated to his craft. Highly recommended!

Jake is amazing! My son has been taking lessons from him for 3 years and now my dad has signed up too! I highly recommend Jake and can't say enough great things about him. From his knowledge in music to his patience, to his phenomenal playing abilities. He has it all!

Great instructor. I've learned a lot from him in the past six months. He adapts well to the student's level of knowledge. I not only learn how to play something but also the theory behind it. In addition to the lessons, he provides his students with opportunities to meet fellow students for live practice and holds events showcasing fellow musicians. I would totally recommend Farr Guitar Studio!

Zero to (guitar) hero - in 6 months. Well, almost. Jake has given me the confidence to pick up an instrument and feel like I have the ability to play, learn, and develop. I'm 45 and always assumed it was way too late for me to learn, but Jake, with his simple but super effective methodology, has taught me the basics and brought me up to fluid playing without me even realizing it. Jake has the rare ability to give you confidence, even when you feel like you're failing. His unwavering positivity and encouragement have driven me to realize my dream. Several thumbs up, couldn't recommend him enough.

Jake is an AMAZING musician and teacher! Our 10 year old son has been taking guitar and ukulele lessons with Jake for a little over a year and has grown so much. He is patient, encouraging and just a great teacher! He truly has a gift!

Jake Farr is an incredible musician and human being. I have been taking guitar lessons with him via FaceTime for the last ~14 months and have gone from "Um, yeah, I think I can play C, G, and A minor." (and then demonstrating them terribly) to making professional recordings accompanying my vocals with my own guitar-ing (Is that a word? It is now!). He works with students of all ages and starting skill levels. Also, did you see that he can teach you via FaceTime?!

How awesome is that?! We've never even had an in-person lesson! Though, if you happen to live in Austin, Texas, I'm sure that would be pretty enjoyable. Jake is super kind, humble, talented, and professional. If you're interested in improving or starting your guitar-ing (see, it's totally a word), then you should definitely sign up for a free, no-strings-attached, trial lesson at farrguitarstudio.com You should also check out his original music at jakefarrmusic.com and on streaming services; and, if you become a super fan like me, consider hosting a parlor show or house concert for him.

I've been playing guitar for 25 years and started working with Jake a couple years ago. He's such a great teacher and I've made great progress with him. Mostly been working on fingerstyle and Travis picking and he's really helped with my technique. He's presented me a good mixture of repertoire and theory. The lessons are always fun and productive. My 11 y.o. Daughter started a few months ago with no experience and her progress with Jake's instruction has been phenomenal. Highly recommended for all ages and skill levels.

Jake is an excellent teacher and just a cool dude. After several years of "playing" guitar with no training, I started getting frustrated with the lack of progress and decided to take lessons and I'm glad I went with Jake. He's very keen in gearing the lessons to meet the student's particular goals which is exactly what I needed. I've made more progress with these lessons in couple of months than I did in years on my own and more importantly it's been a lot of fun.

I have been learning guitar from Jake for the last 6 months. That was the first time, I have placed my hands on guitar. He is extremely patient in teaching and works at your pace to make sure you are comfortable playing the instrument. I highly recommend him for beginners.

I've been taking guitar lessons with Jake for over a year now. Very chill teaching style and always willing to accommodate my crazy schedule. I started lessons knowing only a few basic chords I'd taught myself from YouTube, and now I can play barre chords, songs with fingerpicking, and have learned lead improv patterns. Jake lets me choose the songs I want to learn each week and can write them out or simplify them for me within minutes. He always offers a good balance of positive feedback and constructive criticism/creative ways to improve my playing. Really cool guy and you can tell he loves what he does.

I'm a musician in Dallas, and I take Skype lessons from Jake. He's a skilled and patient teacher. My playing has improved due to the consistency of weekly lessons. I highly recommend taking lessons from Farr Guitar Studio!

Jake is a once in a lifetime teacher. My teenager has been learning from him for a year and leaves every single lesson happy, inspired and full of new ideas. He willingly shifts gears with her changing ideas and guides her in the creative process, taking it to the next level. Additionally he is one the nicest and kindest people I've encountered; HIGHLY recommend Farr Guitar Studio.

Really cool dude! Knows a lot about teaching guitar, and he's laid back. Great atmosphere for aspiring musicians!

Jake has been teaching guitar to my four-year-old for 5 months now. He encourages her creativity (lets her make up her own songs, games, and rewards), while still making sure she is mastering the mechanics of guitar. He keeps her engaged with useful games that help her remember and build upon what she's learned. He seizes spontaneous opportunities for her to practice the songs she's learned in front of an audience. Jake is a very good instructor -- a natural teacher -- and my daughter looks forward to playing with him every week!