Go Far Guitar School

I am so glad I found Peter and Go Far Guitar School! I have taken lessons at several different places and have found that Peter and his guitar school is By Far the best! If you have been looking for the teacher that will take you to where you want to be as a guitarist then Peter is your man! I have only been taking lessons there for a few months and have learned so much already! If you are interested in learning guitar or taking things to the next level than look no more, Go Far Guitar is as good as it gets!

It has been a dream of mine for years to learn how to play guitar. Now that dream is becoming more of a reality each week. Growing up I was constantly exposed to many types of instructors and professors. I took percussion in grade school along with chorus/​drum-​line/​musicals and so on. I can tell you that Peter is a top notch instructor! He should be teaching at a college, hes THAT good! I started taking lessons in November of 2013. Its been 11 months and I went from struggling with simple chords and finger placement, to being able to practice my way through many songs with travis picking, scales, and chords. He will listen to any song you have on a CD, write it out, and teach it to you in no time. Hes great at mixing what any musician or guitarist should know (music theory/​finger exercises/​scales/​chords/​triads/​ect.) along with what you want to learn. That can be anything from Metallica to Mumford and Sons. Every week I go home happy with 2 or 3 brand new puzzle pieces to practice and put in place. Sometimes it can be tough with a full time job to practice throughout the week. Peter is great at quickly reiterating what you went over last week, and adding a little at a time. He really works at your pace, and is the most patient instructor I have ever had.
You can tell by all of the 5 star ratings that the Go Far Guitar School is the best place in LA to learn how to play guitar!

I was fortunate enough to discover Go Far Guitar School when I was working in Woodland Hills. I had wanted to learn how to play the bass for a while but was a little intimidated, especially since I hadn’t seen a whole lot of female bass players out there. I’ve learned so much since I started taking lessons from Peter, and even though I’m no longer in the Woodland Hills area, I’ve continued my lessons there simply because I don’t want to go anywhere else. I’ve also been taking voice lessons, and I’ve noticed that my voice has gotten stronger and my vocal range has expanded. Peter is very patient and knowledgeable and encourages you every step of the way. I highly recommend Go Far Guitar School — you will not be disappointed!

About a year ago, I was looking for a «teacher» of classical guitar. Not an easy thing to find. First of all, most so-​called teachers are nothing more than musicians teaching guitar to supplement their meager income from weekend gigs. And, of course, they all say they can teach any kind of guitar. NOT TRUE! I have had some really bad experiences in my search for the perfect teacher. First of all, most of them haven’t got a clue how to «teach» guitar, let alone in the classical style. Generally, they don’t have the patience or the structure necessary for the beginner. And, I needed both. Let’s just say that I don’t have a musical bent, but I have always wanted to learn this instrument, and the classical style, which is the most difficult, is what I wanted to learn.
Now let me tell you about Go Far Guitar School, which I discovered on Unilocal.Peter Layton, the owner and instructor, is the consummate guitar teacher. And, I want to emphasize that he is a real teacher. He is very patient, and he is very good at all styles, including classical. His prices are very reasonable and he is multi-​talented, also teaching bass and vocal skills. And, by the way, if you’re into martial arts, he does that too! Peter makes himself available by phone call if you’re stuck on something in between lessons. You’re not going to get that kind of commitment from the wannabe teachers, which this city is infected with. If you want to learn guitar, and you want to learn it the right way, save yourself a lot of trouble… go to Go Far Guitar School, the best!

If you are a music fan who always wanted to learn to play guitar or sing, or if you are a someone looking to build a career as a musician, there is NO better place than learning at Go Far Guitar School. Peter Layton of Go Far Guitar school is hands the best guitar, vocal, and bass instructor in Southern California. He has not only worked with some of the most successful and prolific musicians of the last 20 years, Peter is one of the most knowledgeable and patient music instructors you could possibly encounter. In an industry of pompus know-​it-​alls, and failed recording artists with enormous egos, Peter actually teaches because he loves to teach! That is clear on the first lesson. He has over 30 years of teaching experience. Many music instructors might be good musicians, but they are not good teachers. Peter Layton is both! He will go above and beyond for you, to make sure you completely and thoroughly understand each and every lesson. Plus, bring any song in and will teach it to you on the spot!
With more than competitive pricing, and various discounts and special offers that he has year round, Go Far Guitar school has years of successful experience, ample parking, privacy for each lesson, and is located in a safe easy to access location in the San Fernando Valley. I cannot recommend him more! Peter Layton really takes an interest in the success of each student. You never feel rushed or feel like you are getting lost. If you at all have a slight inkling at learning to play music, learn to sing and play your favorite songs, wanting to put down the «guitar hero» or stop playing «air guitar», give Go Far Guitar School a shot. If you are are a musician who wants to up his game and learn some real music chops, try going with an instructor that has REAL music knowledge. An instructor that actually knows how to teach and cares about his students. One who will open doors of creativity you never dreamed of.

Peter Layton is the cream of the crop of music teachers in the San Fernando Valley. His experience and expertise is second to none. He has studied with some of the best musicians in the world. You simply will not find a better place to learn music in Los Angeles.
Peter has a studio on Ventura Blvd. and he specializes in giving guitar, bass, and vocal lessons. Peter is affordable and usually has various discount promotions running. He is calm, patient, and explains things in an extremely comprehensive manner. Peter is always in a good mood and makes the time spent in his studio feel like a pleasant vacation from reality. He can teach any genre of music. Peter is brilliant and can effortlessly transpose music by ear if he does not already have the sheet music for it. That means he can teach you anything you wish to learn. The Go Far Guitar School curriculum is based entirely on what the student wants to learn. Peter will teach songs and tablature to those interested, or can teach music theory, scales, and vocal or finger exercises as well.
I have been one of Peter’s students for over 12 years (since 2000) and have referred close to a dozen students to him because I truly believe in his talent for music and teaching. I will continue to take music lessons from Peter for as long as he continues to teach.

Peter Layton is the most knowledgable guitar instructor I have ever worked with. I had taken lessons on and off for years and I learned more about guitar theory in the first month than I did in years with other instructors! I was shocked that his rates were so low for guitar that I ended up studying voice with him as well. Within a few weeks he had me learning better vocal placement and improving my pitch and sound.
Peter really believes in you and wants you to succeed. Guitar is wicked hard, but Peter breaks it down for you. Check his website before signing up. He’s usually running a web special!