Experienced tutor in Guitar in Franklin, Ryan offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

I have been taking guitar lessons with Ryan at Supertonic Guitar for about four months and I can say that my guitar playing and understanding has improved more than I thought possible.

I took lessons many years ago and was frustrated that my instructor was teaching me stuff I didn't care to learn. They didn't have a real plan and they were showing me what they wanted to play, not what I wanted and as a result I lost interest. I really didn't know what to practice or even how to practice and as a result I stopped playing.

Fast forward to over 20 years later and lessons at Supertonic Guitar. I have learned more about the guitar, how to play it, and music theory in the past four months than in all the previous years of lessons I've had.

Ryan has taken the kind of music I enjoy and want to learn into his lesson plan for me and it makes it so much more fun to learn. It motivates me to play and I come out of just about every lesson with new knowledge and I am eager to apply it and practice it. In the past, I would play a couple times a week when I felt like it; now I look forward to picking up my guitar and practicing every day and as a result I get better and am closer to accomplishing my goals as a guitar player.

The jam nights that Ryan organizes are awesome and so much fun. I learn a great deal by playing with other guitarists of different levels from beginner to very experienced.

I highly recommend Ryan and Supertonic Guitar if you have any interest at all in learning guitar. He will help you to improve and learn in a way that will make it fun and challenging.

I've been a student for a few years now and my guitar playing has improved tremendously. Before lessons, I touched my guitar once in a blue moon. Now I get restless if I go a few days without playing. I have learned a lot about the fretboard and music theory, which has given me the confidence to not only learn more songs, but try things beyond what's written in the tabs, as well as learn songs by ear and try out improvising and soloing. It's clear that Ryan is passionate about teaching guitar, and I appreciate that he encourages me to step out of my comfort zone. I recommend taking lessons if you want to hold yourself accountable and gain a deeper understanding of guitar.

The best decision I've made related to my guitar playing was coming to Seattle Guitar Mentor. This an incredible outfit that can help elevate your skills regardless of where you start. They share their expertise while staying flexible to all learning styles, and do so in a friendly, welcoming environment.

Seattle Guitar Mentor establishes a personal connection with all its students and helps them improve or learn guitar, no matter their skill level or age. I am 14 years old, with 7 years of guitar experience, and Ryan has helped me improve in the past 2 years way more then I did during my previous 5.

Ryan really helps you meet the goals you want, and helps work with you on the specific types of music you're interested in. I've made a lot of progress since I started classes a little over a year ago, compared to very little progress for several years beforehand

The personalized lesson plans, experience, and guidance.

Ryan has a patient, open demeanor and a great sense of humor, all of which are necessary aspects in any teacher. He's one of those rare instructors whose skill doesn't get in the way of him finding a way to connect with each student on their level. Personally, he has helped me discover the musician in myself, which is an accomplishment that will continue to shape my life in ways I'd never imagined when I first started working with him.

Learning with Seattle Guitar Mentor has been incredible. I've learned and improved beyond what my wildest dreams were for guitar, and feel more motivated and inspired to continue to learn as a result. Seattle Guitar Mentor provides a multi-faceted approach to guitar. Want theory? You'll learn it. Want technique? You'll practice it. Want to send channel your feelings and send them out from the guitar? Seattle Guitar Mentor will give the know how to make the guitar sound how YOU want it to sound, regardless of genre or interest. Going to lessons each week is 100% the thing I look forward to most each week. It's so obvious that Ryan cares so deeply about what he teaches, and it comes through in the lessons. I can't recommend Seattle Guitar Mentor enough.

From the free introductory lesson on, I knew Ryan was the right teacher for me. I think he’s the right teacher for anyone who wants to improve their guitar playing or start learning. You won’t be disappointed. I can’t imagine wanting another teacher ever.
You’ll set achievable goals and you’ll be inspired to reach them. You’ll learn very specifically how to practice. You’ll feel welcomed and supported, even if you feel unsure of yourself or your skills. You will see your playing improve if you practice what you learn.
Ryan is in it for you. He wants nothing more than for his students to succeed. He is a top-notch educator with many years of experience, and I can’t say enough good things about his program.

I started my guitar journey with Seattle Guitar Mentor and it has been wonderful. The instructions are of high quality, detailed-oriented and methodical. Ryan's approach has always been helpful in learning guitar and I have progressed a lot in my music journey.

I started Seattle Guitar mentor after a 10 year hiatus from playing. From day 1, I could see my playing improve and began correcting bad habits I had previously developed. The program’s focus on excellency inspired me to build the skills I needed to take my playing to the next level and expanded my arsenal, allowing me to play more and better. Sign up now! You can thank me later.

I have played guitar for nearly forty years and have just completed my first three months of lessons with Seattle Guitar Mentor. Without a doubt, this experience has improved the quality of my playing, my knowledge of the instrument, my ability to communicate with other musicians, and the level of enjoyment and satisfaction I feel when I pick up my guitar and play. I highly recommend Seattle Guitar Mentor to players of all skill levels.

I've thoroughly enjoyed my lessons with Ryan Duke. I came to him after hitting a wall with my playing development. He gave me a few tools and scales to work with, then immediately started pushing me to constantly improve each of those. I've been going for months and my playing has gotten SO MUCH BETTER in such a short time. I honestly cannot believe that I know the things I now do.

Also, these are group lessons which scared me at first. But playing with a group of varying skill levels honestly helps inspire me to try new things as I hear others discover them. Ryan's attention to detail on all of his students is astounding and I am actively trying to get a friend or two to join in the fun with me.

Hands down the BEST guitar lessons around! I felt really discouraged with guitar before I started but with Seattle Guitar Mentor I feel really cared for and I'm seeing so many results in just a short period of time!! It's so reassuring for an instructor to know my specific playing style and goals and be able to tell me exactly what to practice and give knowledgeable feedback.

It's been great! The lessons have helped me to grow a lot in my knowledge and skill. I am really excited to go to each lesson.