About Tom Guarino

Tom Guarino teaches beginner to advanced guitar, music theory, songwriting, and performance preparation, creating personalized lessons that balance strong fundamentals with creativity and fun. His encouraging approach explores rock, classical, blues, jazz, folk, and singer-songwriter styles while developing technique, music reading, chords, improvisation, and musical expression. Tom creates a supportive environment where students can learn from mistakes, build confidence, and develop effective practice habits. He helps students master complete songs and prepare for recitals, open mics, or performances for family and friends. Tom holds a Master of Music in Composition and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music from the University of Akron, with additional classical guitar studies at Boston Conservatory.