Where Guitar Players Become Real Musicians.

Kids, teens, and adults learning to play the music they actually love and performing it on real stages in front of cheering crowds. No nursery rhymes. No pointless exercises. Just real progress, real fast.

      
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   sarah foster 
 
 
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   haylei h 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ive been going to this academy for quite a while now and i totally recommend it because of how fun and engaging Chris makes it. He is always willing to help his students learn! He also lets his students collaborate in group jam sessions sometimes which helps us learn altogether. Chris is the best and you should consider going here 😁
  
 
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   Leo Stevens 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. UPDATE!!!!! ★★★★★ From Absolute Beginner to Performing Live!"I cannot say enough good things about Chris Hirsch and Hirsch Guitar Academy in Bossier City! When I started lessons a couple of years ago, I was an absolute beginner who had never even picked up a guitar. Today, I consider myself an intermediate player—all thanks to Chris's incredible teaching system. I even just played 'All the Small Things' by Blink-182 and 'Your Love' by The Outfield with his band at a student showcase held at Hurricane Alley!His system is perfect because it balances technique, music theory, riffs, and full songs, building your skills and your confidence simultaneously. Chris completely tailors the lessons to the songs you want to learn, makes complex music theory simple to understand, and helps you truly develop your ear for music. The studio environment is welcoming and unique. The classes are fun, exciting, and thought-provoking, filled with a diverse mix of people of all ages—I regularly attend class with students ranging from late teens to 70-year-olds! It’s the perfect place whether you are a brand-new beginner or someone wanting to get back into playing. If you want to actually learn to play and experience the thrill of performing, this is the place to go!" Previous Review( last year) If you are even thinking about learning guitar, getting better at guitar or want to have fun while you are learning music, take the free introductory lesson with Chris.  You will sign up on the spot!! Chris is an excellent musician, a great teacher and an even better motivator.  You will WANT to practice  to improve and learn more.  Chris makes it fun and pushes you to achieve YOUR goals.  You will be playing songs and riffs right away ( I learned the theme from Batman the first lesson--LOL , it is really easy but hey, I learned a song). Chris keeps the class moving forward, challenging each student to the level of their ability and where they are in their musical journey.  We learned a song last week and jammed.  The beginners played simple chords on the beat.  The more experienced students played harmonies, solos and melodies.  The advanced students improvised with triads, barre chords and different strumming patterns.  End result, we all played togehter and the song sounded awesome.  This group activity makes you want to practice to get better and you can not wait for the next class.  Chris is always positive, helps each student through their sticking points ( I have big sausage fingers so getting a clear sound is a challenge right now, Chris works with me every week providing various exercises to help me improve and it works!!!)  Come join us, take the introductory lesson and set some goals and jam on.
  
 
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   Will Turner 
 
 
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   David Shook 
 
 
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   Ryan Austin Dean 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our son has been in Chris’ classes for about two years. Chris is a great teacher and keeps the students engaged, even in the group sessions. Highly recommend.

Multiple Convenient Locations!

We offer tons of fun Guitar Focus Areas

How will you level up?

Lead Guitar Technique

Ranging from fiery passages from Van Halen to melodic "slow hand" like Eric Clapton, develop your chops and play those amazing solos effortlessly!

"Practical" Music Theory

Instead of learning a bunch of theory "just because," we focus on teaching you the stuff that will actively make a difference in your playing! Imagine knowing how to effortlessly create progressions and solos instead of wasting time on obscure things that 97.3% of guitar players will never need to use.

Rhythm Guitar Technique

Whether it's strumming for campfire acoustic songs, or laying down amazing metal riffs, you gotta be able to hold down the rhythm!

Personal Setlist (Repertoire)

It's important that in addtion to learning lots of techniques, scales, chords, theory, etc that you also spend time playing songs you like. Having fun is important to continuing progress over the long-haul!

Improvisation

One of the most fun and best ways to test your working ability and practical knowledge is to learn and practice the art of improvisation. Whether it's ripping solos or basic melodies, this is a great area to work on to get those creative juices flowing!

Playing with others

At the end of the day, music is kind of boring if it's just you playing to a wall. One of the main areas we dedicate a good bit of time to is being comfortable in group settings!

Danny Kirkpatrick

Young Rockstar Creation Specialist. Nearly 30 years playing. 8 years teaching at HGA. Danny plays weekly with the Brookwood Baptist worship band and lives in classic rock territory (that's him playing Paradise City in the photo). Where Chris is intense and direct, Danny is patient and steady. He's the instructor parents request when their kid learns better with a softer approach.

Chris Hirsch

Head Instructor & Owner. 23 years playing. 15 years teaching. Roughly 2,000 students taught since opening HGA in 2015. Chris built the academy because he was tired of guitar lessons that started with Twinkle Twinkle. His students learn Van Halen instead. Married with two young kids, trains MMA on the side, and will absolutely destroy you at Super Smash Bros.

Meet Your Coaches

Not your average music teachers

So, what do I need to do?

It’s as easy as following these simple steps:

Click the “Book a Free Intro Lesson” button below.
Fill out the short form so we can get in touch with you.
We’ll reach out and set up your free intro lesson.
During the intro, we’ll help you choose a program and schedule your first month of lessons.
Start seeing amazing results immediately!

At Hirsch Guitar Academy, we understand that committing to something long-term can be daunting. That’s why we only require a commitment to one month at a time. Our tuition is auto-billed on a monthly basis, and you can quit at any time. However, we’re confident that you’ll love our lessons so much that guitar lessons with us will be the highlight of your week! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started on your guitar journey together!

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