Make joy through music with guitar.

We’re celebrating positivity, learning, and making joy through music and relationships through connections that empower and spaces that inspire. We want musicians and makers to thrive. 

Let’s find out what guitar brings to your life.

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at Riverside

It’s no secret—we love guitars…

AND we believe guitars are for people. Our students are the reason we teach and cultivate spaces that inspire.

We want you to feel joy through music making.

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Lessons & Classes

We educate through private lessons, group classes, and partnerships with local schools and businesses for personalized events. We offer purchasable curriculum and rentable instruments with light repair services, and we host public performances and recitals for our students and greater community.

Our Methods

Our qualified, personable educators use our custom curriculum, combined with the Gordon method, to cultivate a welcoming, joyful, and inclusive learning environment. We provide personalized support with tracked learning progress for each student. We are team-oriented and focused on cultivating a vibrant community of musicians of all ages, musical tastes, and experience levels to celebrate and learn with us. 

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  • Eddie is absolutely LOVING his time at Riverside Guitar School. Dean you have created an incredible and engaging program.

    — Grace Blanchard

  • Excellent! Everyone was supportive. I appreciated the materials and the progression. I will recommend this school to anyone interested in learning guitar.

    — Helen Mulder

  • Thank you so much for such an excellent music opportunity! We are so happy to be involved with your music program.

    — Amy Boetcher

What We Offer

Private Instrument Lessons

1-on-1 personalized instruction that aligns with your pace and musical goals.

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Group Classes & Workshops

Enjoy shared learning and build connections in classes for a variety of age ranges and experience levels.

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Services for Schools & Local Businesses

Customized curriculum, instrument rental and support, and teaching services to the West Michigan area. 

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Public & Private Events & Recitals

Educational, community-building, and music-centered services and event support.

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Let’s Stay In Touch

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Need more information before you sign up, or just want to say, “hello”?

Fill out our Contact Form or email us at hello@riversideguitarschool.com

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