Business Details
Your Trusted Guitar Lessons Studio in Sioux Falls
Amari Studios is dedicated to providing personalized guitar instruction tailored to each student's unique goals and learning style. Founded on the belief that music education should be both enjoyable and structured, our team of passionate instructors creates an environment where students of all ages develop technical proficiency, musical creativity, and performance confidence. Located in Sioux Falls, SD, we offer private and group lessons covering guitar fundamentals, advanced techniques, and genre-specific training. Our curriculum emphasizes practical skills like ear training, songwriting, and improvisation while preparing students for real-world musical opportunities.With a focus on individualized attention, we design programs that align with each learner's aspirations, whether they aim to master rock guitar solos or pursue a career as a touring musician. Our commitment to fostering artistic growth is reflected in annual full-band recitals and access to studio recording experiences. As active musicians ourselves, our instructors bring professional expertise to every lesson, ensuring students receive both technical instruction and industry insights.
Services
Private Guitar Lessons
Group Guitar Instruction
Music Theory Training
Ear Training Exercises
Songwriting Workshops
Performance Preparation
Genre-Specific Techniques
Studio Recording Access
Full-Band Recitals
Beginner Guitar Basics
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized lesson plans tailored to individual learning goals
- Our instructors include professional musicians with industry experience
- We provide performance opportunities through annual recitals and live shows
- Our curriculum combines technical training with creative expression
- We serve students from beginner to advanced skill levels
Services
Private Guitar Lessons
Customized guitar instruction tailored to individual skill levels and musical goals. Our experienced instructors provide focused attention to develop technical proficiency, reading ability, and creative expression. Students receive personalized lesson plans that incorporate their preferred musical styles while building foundational skills.
Group Guitar Instruction
Collaborative guitar lessons that combine technical training with ensemble playing. Students learn to perform with others while developing timing, rhythm, and communication skills. Group settings encourage peer motivation while maintaining structured curriculum elements like theory and technique development.
Music Theory Training
Comprehensive instruction in musical notation, chord-scale relationships, and harmonic principles. Students learn to read lead sheets, understand tablature, and apply theoretical concepts to practical playing. This knowledge enhances improvisation skills and composition abilities across multiple genres.
Performance Preparation
Specialized training for students preparing for recitals, competitions, or live performances. Instructors focus on stage presence, setlist development, and performance anxiety management. Includes access to studio recording sessions and opportunities to play at local venues.
Songwriting Workshops
Guided sessions for developing original music, covering lyric writing, chord progression creation, and arrangement techniques. Students learn to craft complete songs while exploring different song structures and genre-specific approaches. Includes feedback on melodic development and lyrical expression.
People
Micah Wetzel
Owner & Lead Instructor
Micah Wetzel founded Amari Studios after graduating from South Dakota State University with degrees in music and business. He teaches over 60 students weekly while maintaining an active performance schedule with his band Goodroad. His teaching philosophy emphasizes individualized attention and practical musical application.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer lessons for students of all ages, from children to adults, with customized approaches for different developmental levels.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, we host annual full-band recitals and provide opportunities for students to perform at local venues and events.
What styles of guitar do you teach?
Our instructors cover multiple genres including rock, country, jazz, blues, and acoustic singer-songwriter styles.
Are there group lesson options?
Yes, we offer group instruction that combines technical training with ensemble playing experiences for various skill levels.
Can I focus on specific techniques?
Our curriculum allows students to specialize in areas like lead guitar, fingerpicking, improvisation, or songwriting while maintaining foundational skills.
Do you offer recording experience?
Students have access to studio recording sessions to practice professional recording techniques and produce their own musical content.