See what students say about their experience learning guitar with Michael Eskenazi.
Michael Eskenazi is an exciting guitarist who has recently returned to the Ballard area of Seattle. Though young in age, Michael has a mature warmth to his sound and a deep pocket and sense of swing like a seasoned veteran.
Michael is an excellent teacher that pushes you to understand core concepts.
Additionally, he emphasizes the “why” behind things and breaks concepts down into digestible chunks. His instruction style is very custom built to your abilities. You’ll progress far faster with him as a guide versus just watching guitar videos!! Micheal really wants his students to learn and do well.
Mike is an excellent teacher and very knowledgeable about music theory and how to apply it realistically.
Mike is an incredible person, musician, and guitar teacher. Ive learned a lot from the short time we have been having lessons. I highly recommend for anyone who is serious about improving their understanding of a guitar.
I'm a high school band director and Mike has worked with one of my students for the last couple of years. The student has made great progress not only in his skill as a guitarist, but also his musicianship. I cannot recommend Mike enough. He has also been working with a small group of my jazz students and he has helped make them a more musically conscious group.
Mike is an excellent teacher who focuses not on just rote memorization of songs, but on core technique. I'd been learning on my own for a year or so before reaching out to him, and I saw immediate and consistent improvements even after the very first lesson. The things I used to struggle a great deal with are barely afterthoughts anymore thanks to him. He doesn't just know what he's talking about; he'll make sure that you do, too.
Michael is an exceptional teacher. I'm just 6 months into my journey with him and have learned more about the guitar than I ever have. He does a great job at motivating you. A teacher that I'll definitely never forget!
Michael is a phenomenal teacher. I had practicing on my own for a few years but began to see improvements immediately after I started working with him. He strikes a great balance between being extremely knowledgable and proficient while not complicating things, between being encouraging and challenging me to take the next step. I would highly, highly recommend working with him if you're looking to improve.
Mike is a great teacher, a kind person and an amazing musician. taking lessons with him has been a joy.
He has given me a way to learn jazz that simplified it perfectly, just enough for me to get my bearings, and showed me how to keep learning on my own.
He has even gone out of his way to record videos and audio when i had questions in between lessons.
One big takeaway is his mindset that we as people and musicians are always learning and that's a huge part of the fun. Each time we take another loop around the circle(whether revisiting and practicing chords, rhythms, phrasing, etc.) we see each station from a new vantage point.
What a great way to think about music, if not life. Thanks Mike!
Michael has been teaching my son guitar for about 6 months now and he has greatly improved! Michael is really challenging him to become a better player, with ear training and having him create his own songs. I highly encourage anyone looking for a guitar instructor to work with Michael, he has been amazing!
Mike is the man, he has helped me develop my guitar playing greatly. He is very knowledgeable and an overall great fellow. I highly recommend his lessons if your looking to get out of a rut or if you just want to take your playing to the next level
I highly recommend Mike for guitar lessons. He’s super friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible. He is super adaptable to different learning styles and is really patient with you as a student to learn at a pace that is suited to your comfort level. Whether you choose to start lessons on a whim, or for a specific learning reason, Mike is definitely well equipped to be a great teacher for anyone.
I have been taking lessons from Michael for a few months now and I am always surprised by how fast I am progressing. He has been very good about understanding exactly where I am at with guitar and exactly what I need to make the next step. His instructions are always clear and simple and easily lead towards what ever aspect of the guitar I ask to learn about. All in an excellent teacher and I would highly recommend him to any one interested in guitar.
Mike is a fantastic teacher and guitar player. He has a huge depth of knowledge and 10+ years of experience from preforming with NYC finest jazz musicians. As a teacher, he utilizes this knowledge and experience to teach beyond what is written in the music books; giving the student a full picture of what jazz is and how to perform it.
As one of his student, Mike has been a keystone to my musical success for jazz guitar. Before working with Mike, I had spent countless hours learning from books and online lessons, only to fall flat on my goals. With his guidance I've been able to improve substantially faster and meet my goal of attending jam sessions well before I expected.
My only regret was not starting lessons with Mike sooner. His lessons are worth every penny if you put the effort in.
Mike is simply an incredible teacher. He was quick to find where I was at skill wise and then found creative ways to push me to achieve even more than I set out to. He provided weekly practice suggestions and assignments that were all tailored to my growth as a guitarist. In the year I worked with Mike I went from just knowing basic guitar chords, to confidently being able to accompany myself, play solos, and to learn songs mostly by ear. Mike is the type of teacher that inspires you to practice because he clearly explains how each exercise contributes to your growth and how you can use it in a practical scenario. Overall I highly recommends guitar lessons with Mike.
Mike is a fantastic guitar teacher, which is no surprise as he is also a working professional musician. I’ve been playing guitar for years before I met Mike, but I had always felt like I didn’t know to get better on my own. Mike has helped me improve more in one year than I have the entire time I’ve played by myself. Mike is really good at helping you break down music that you like and teaching you the important things you need to know to incorporate the style into your own playing. Highly recommend him as a teacher!
I would highly recommend Mike for anyone who wants to be more confident with their guitar playing. He always meets me where I’m at, and gives a lot of helpful of information and tools to use that he communicates in a way that’s very easy to understand. He’s also very fun to play with, and I would highly recommend if your interested in guitar lessons.
I'd definitely recommend checking out Mike if you're looking for guitar lessons! I started taking some lessons with him earlier this week and he's been extremely helpful in helping me improve. Mike is super knowledgeable on technique, and will help you learn more about music theory to enhance your understanding of how music is put together. Plus he's a fun guy to spend the lesson time with, and a fairly encouraging teacher!
Mike is easily the best music teacher I’ve ever worked with. In 6 months I went from 0 guitar ability to being able to confidently jam with friends. His easy-going style makes lessons fun and encouraging. Through these lessons I’ve learned proper guitar basics, chords, finger picking, various songs, soloing, and some music theory. The results really speak for themselves. Mike is an extremely impressive musician and impactful teacher. Would highly recommend!
I greatly enjoyed weekly guitar lessons with Michael. Very friendly, patient, and cool vibe. Recommended.
Mike is an excellent guitar teacher. He really helped my nephew develop his guitar skills all the way from high school jazz band to getting into and thriving at a top music college. Mike was also a breeze to coordinate with and a total professional at every turn. What’s best though is I believe Mike really cares about his students and goes the extra mile to help them grow and achieve their musical aspirations.
If you’re in the Seattle area and interested in improving as a guitarist, look no further. I’ve studied guitar with several teachers before Mike and he’s as effective, inspiring and encouraging as it gets. While jazz can be intimidating, Mike makes it far more approachable than you’d expect and will get you developing as a guitarist fast.
One of my favorite things about Mike is how genuinely excited he is about sharing music and learning from the greats. He’s put me on to dozens of albums I would have never listened to otherwise and has really helped develop my ear.
Truly a one of a kind teacher. If you’re in the area, I can’t recommend him highly enough.
Michael is truly a one of a kind instructor! With each week, I feel like I’m learning more than I ever have. He’s been able to personalize the lessons for me, mapping out the expedition I need to be taking to get where I want to be while providing great help. The way he’s challenged me has brought me to a whole new level, adding brand new colors to the guitar. I won’t forget him!
Mike is an easy going crazy good jazz guitarist who can break down theory for you or just teach you how to learn this amazing instrument in a relaxed and fun way! Give him a go!
Mike has been working with my bands for a couple years now. He is an incredible musician, great with the kids and is hands down one of my favorite coaches to bring in. Super lucky to have him in the area.
Mike is awesome! Very patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping his students. He’s easily able to break down tough concepts/theories in a way that makes it fun and easy for anyone to learn. He also encourages you to push yourself in a really positive way. After just 4 lessons, I was barring chords (something I hadn’t thought I’d be able to do). I highly recommend Mike!
Making the decision to study with mike was one of the best things I could have done for both my musicianship, and my life. While studying under him I discovered my love for guitar and jazz music and he opened my eyes to the wide array of possibilities of artistry and self expression that had such a profound impact on me that I decided to go to berklee college of music to pursue a carrer in jazz. Mike has served as a mentor for me in this process and I dont know what I would be today without his influence on my life. Mike is an amazing person and could not recommend taking lessons from him enough.
Mike is an outstanding guitar instructor who has helped my student grow into a confident and skilled musician, especially in jazz. His guidance has had a huge impact on their development. In addition to private instruction, Mike has worked with my small student jazz ensembles, helping them refine their skills and become stronger as a jazz combo. Highly recommend Mike for anyone looking for top-tier guitar instruction!
Mike is an excellent teacher who focuses not on just rote memorization of songs, but on core technique. I'd been learning on my own for a year or so before reaching out to him, and I saw immediate and consistent improvements even after the very first lesson. The things I used to struggle a great deal with are barely afterthoughts anymore thanks to him. He doesn't just know what he's talking about; he'll make sure that you do, too.
I am delighted to share our experience with Mike, who has been teaching guitar to my 4-year-old son. Mike’s exceptional patience and flexibility have made the learning process enjoyable and engaging for my child. He has a unique ability to connect with young learners, making each lesson both fun and educational. My son eagerly anticipates his sessions with Mike, and it’s heartwarming to see his enthusiasm for music grow. I highly recommend Mike to any parent seeking a dedicated and talented guitar instructor for their child.
Really good teacher, what I learned helped my playing a lot. Super nice guy too. I would definitely recommend Mike.
I've been taking lessons with Michael for over a year now, and I couldn't be happier with my progress. He has helped me expand my chord vocabulary, deepen my foundational knowledge of music theory (with clever tricks to remember key concepts), and develop confidence in my strumming and general play. His teaching style is patient, engaging, and tailored to my goals, always providing thoughtful answers to any questions I have.
Mike is a great teacher! My playing and general knowledge of jazz has advanced incredibly from taking lessons with Mike. He's been able to curate the ocean of information on jazz guitar and break it down to it's fundamentals, giving me a solid foundation needed to play with others, attend jam sessions, and perform in ensembles.