Guitarist • Teacher • Musician
Matt
Lau
Guitar lessons, setup & repair, session playing, and original music.
A working guitarist based in Southern California, focused on helping players get better, making guitars play their best, and making music.
Guitar
Lessons
Personalized guitar instruction for beginners through advanced players, with an emphasis on practical musicianship and playing real music.
Learn more → 02Setup +
Repair
Guitar setups, adjustments, troubleshooting, electronics work, and practical repairs to keep your instrument playing its best.
Learn more → 03Player
Session guitar, live performance, recording, and collaboration for artists and projects that need a guitarist.
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Learn to
Play.
Guitar lessons built around the music you actually want to play. Whether you're picking up the guitar for the first time or trying to break through a plateau, lessons are tailored to your goals.
- Beginner through advanced instruction
- Technique, theory, chords & improvisation
- Song-based learning
- Electric and acoustic guitar
02 / Setup + Repair
Make Your
Guitar Work.
A good instrument should feel effortless to play. I offer practical setup and repair work ranging from basic adjustments to guitar electronics troubleshooting.
03 / Player
Guitar
For The Music.
Available for live performance, recording, sessions, and collaborative projects. From clean acoustic parts to heavier electric textures, the goal is always to serve the song.
Original Music
Joker's
Hand.
Matt Lau is a guitarist and member of Joker's Hand, an original band focused on writing, recording, and performing music.
About
Matt
Lau.
Guitarist, teacher, repair tech, and lifelong music nerd.
I care about making music approachable, helping players understand their instruments, and building the skills that make playing more enjoyable.
Based in Southern California and available for lessons, guitar work, live performance, and recording projects.
Lessons
Interested in guitar lessons? Get in touch and tell me a little about what you're looking to learn.
Guitar Work
Need a setup, repair, or help troubleshooting an instrument? Send me the details.
Music
Looking for a guitarist for a live, recording, or collaborative project? Let's talk.