No other establishment even comes close to our successful teaching program. For over 30 years Central Virginia has come to Guitar Works, Inc. for the most effective, professional and affordable instruction. We are unique as probably the only guitar shop in the country owned and operated by a highly trained classical musician. Brian Medas the owner not only studied under some of the world's great guitar artists, but enjoyed a successful performing career and taught both guitar and pedigogy (the art of teaching) at the highest levels. Brian sets a very high standard for our instructors with most having degrees in music and all must enjoy teaching.
Our 15 performer/teachers give lessons Monday-Thursdays from 10am-8pm and Fridays and Saturdays from 10am-6pm. Private half hour and one hour lessons are given in guitar of all styles and levels, bass, banjo, and mandolin. With the mind set that teaching is an art and learning is fun we are able to tailor a lesson plan for everyone. No matter if you are the raw beginner, ages 7 to 70, the student who wants to play just for fun or the more advanced we know how to help you achieve your goals. There are no semesters. Students can reserve a standing once a week lesson or arrange to come for a lesson as needed. WITH OUR LOW OVERHEAD WE HAVE KEPT LESSONS AFFORDABLE AT JUST $20. per half hour session. It is that simple. It is the reason why we have been voted #1 place to take lessons by many polls. GRAB YOUR DAY PLANNER and give us a call today at 804.358-0855.

To succeed at the guitar a good teacher is a huge help and having a good instrument is a must. In 2002 we took providing quality instruments to the next level by developing our own line becoming Guitar Works, Inc. the brand of instruments as well. We specialize in providing higher quality instruments completely set-up and adjusted for perfect play in the affordable price of $79. to $499. Owner Brian Medas has been a performer, instructor, and the producer of musical instruments all accomplished at the highest level. He is obsessive about the quality of his guitars! "From age 7 as a young beginner to my days as a professional I've always had a quality guitar properly set-up and adjusted. A precission built and tuned instrument has always been an important tool which allows me to express my musicality and natural technique at the highest levels. I know all students and customers need to experience what it's like to play a good instrument and not have to spend a fortune in the process." Click, call, or come by our store and see our full line of instruments. Our caring and knowledgeable staff will make sure you buy the instrument that is the perfect size and style for you.

Tired of playing music in your room by yourself? Do you and your friends talk about forming a band, but it ends up being...just talk? Join the dozens of guitarists, bassists and drummers who "took it to the next level" last summer at our five-day Summersessions workshops. Take the opportunity to really play in a band, not just "play along" with recordings. You'll rehearse a 15-minute set for two hours a day, Monday through Thursday, and perform outdoors on Friday for friends, family, and whoever else wants to listen! You'll be amazed at how good you can really sound when you learn how to rehearse effectively, and you may just meet the members of your new band!
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Just getting started on guitar or bass? Maybe our one-week Intro to Guitar crash course is for you. It consists of five lessons in five days and includes guitar or bass rental for just $150.
For both the Rock Camp and the Summer Crash Course you'll find more information, forms and contact by Clicking on the "Summer Camp Banner to the upper left.

When you come to visit us should Cary Street be exceptionally busy and parking is hit or miss OR you suffer from PPSD (Parallel Parking Stress Disorder) good news! We have our very own parking lot right behind the store. As you come down Cary Street turn right just before our building on Freeman Road and then an imediate left into the alley. You'll see our building and sign.