Don't Fret Guitar Studio

★ 5 · Lindsey Chism

My daughter’s guitar teacher is absolutely incredible. Chad is not only amazingly talented and creative, but he also has such a deep knowledge of music—more than anyone I’ve ever known. What makes him truly special is the way he teaches. He has a gift for making lessons fun, engaging, and inspiring, so my daughter looks forward to them every single week. He has helped her grow in skill and confidence, and she comes out of every lesson excited to play and learn more. I couldn’t ask for a better teacher or role model for her.

8 months ago

★ 5 · Kalyn Stephens

I've been taking music lessons with Chad for about six months now, and I can't recommend him highly enough! He quickly recognized that I’m someone who wants to understand why music works the way it does, and he’s done an amazing job explaining deeper music theory concepts in a way that feels approachable and fun. When I first started, the realization of how much I didn’t know was daunting, but Chad’s patient teaching style has made learning the fundamentals feel manageable and even exciting, giving me the tools to feel confident when it comes to actually playing. Every lesson leaves me feeling motivated and excited to keep learning. If you’re looking for a music teacher who truly cares about your growth (no matter how slow the pace), Chad is the one!

9 months ago

★ 5 · J Lewis

I've played guitar for quite some time now, but felt stuck in my own rut and bored with my playing. I started taking lessons from Chad Russell about a year ago, and it has been a godsend. He has taught me more in the past year than I learned on my own in 20 years. He is extremely upbeat and patient, one of the coolest guys I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Never made me feel embarrassed or like a novice, being almost therapeutic to me in some ways… I recommend Chad wholeheartedly and I'm so glad that I took a chance on him. I'm still no professional, but my improvement has amazed my family and friends as well. Give him a try, no matter what level of player you are, and I think he will help you immensely! Thank you Chad for taking my plane to another level!

9 months ago