Guitar lessons in English – Helsinki

Music School in Helsinki for English Speakers

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Guitar lessons in English — right in central Helsinki

New to Helsinki? Looking for music lessons but not confident in Finnish or Swedish? At Plektra, we offer guitar lessons in English for expats, internationals and English-speaking residents of Helsinki. No language barrier — just music.

Who is this for?

Moved to Helsinki for work? See our page dedicated to guitar lessons for expats. Studying abroad instead? Check out guitar lessons for international students.

Private Lessons

One-on-one lessons fully tailored to your goals and schedule. We teach the music you love, at your pace. Online lessons are available if you cannot make it in person.

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Ready to start playing?

Book your first lesson — we usually reply within a couple of days.

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Group Lessons

Learn alongside others in a fun, social setting. We have groups for children and teens (ages 9–16) and adult beginners (16+).

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Bass Guitar Lessons

We also teach bass guitar — private lessons for teens and adults at all levels. Learn grooves, bass lines and technique with fully personalised instruction. More about bass guitar lessons →

What our students say

Students and parents regularly tell us how much they value lessons in English and the relaxed, personal atmosphere — and that learning around the music they love is what keeps them coming back.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you teach in English?
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Yes. We teach in English, Swedish and Finnish, so there's no language barrier — Plektra is a comfortable choice for expats and international residents in Helsinki.

What instruments and ages do you teach?
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We teach guitar and bass. Private lessons suit children from age 7, teens and adults. Group lessons run for children and teens (9–16) and adult beginners (16+).

Do I need any experience?
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No. We teach complete beginners as well as more experienced players. Lessons start from the basics and move at your pace.

How much do lessons cost in Helsinki?
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Private lessons are €67 per lesson (45 minutes). Group lessons are €29 per lesson (60 minutes), 13 lessons per term. Guitars are available to borrow for group students.

Where are lessons held, and can I learn online?
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Lessons are held in central Helsinki on Albertinkatu, easy to reach by public transport. Private lessons are also available online.


📩 Contact us in English — we will get back to you quickly:

📧 info@plektra-musik.fi

Ready to start playing?

Book your first lesson — we usually reply within a couple of days.

Book Your First Lesson
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