Dave Dohearty Music Instruction

07/03/2026

Looking for a fun, hands-on way for your child to dive into music and build some awesome confidence? Our brand-new group music classes for ages 8 to 14 are the perfect mix of structured learning and collaborative fun!

Students get to learn the fundamentals, play right alongside their peers, and build real skills in a super supportive environment.

We are officially enrolling right now, but we keep spots limited to make sure every student gets plenty of individual attention and coaching. Drop a comment below or send a message directly to the page to grab a spot for your child or get more details on schedule openings! Let's make some music! The Music Cafe

06/19/2026

Starting a new round of small-group guitar lessons at The Music Cafe here in Mukwonago!

Youth Music Program (Ages 8–14)
A fun, engaging environment focused on building solid fundamentals, rhythm, and a lifelong love for music. Built for absolute beginners who want to learn the basics and play alongside others without the pressure of a solo spotlight.

Teen & Adult Sessions (Ages 15+)
Perfect for older teens and adults looking to build a strong foundation in chords and strumming, dive into music theory, or learn songs they actually enjoy.

Spaces are limited to keep the groups small and focused. Shoot me a message here to inquire about open spots or join the waiting list!

Join affordable group guitar lessons in Mukwonago! 8-week classes for kids, teens, & adults. Spots are limited—register today!

05/08/2026

04/11/2026

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Deepening Your Understanding of Harmony and Theory: Finding the Right Guitar Teacher Introduction As an intermediate or advanced student, you likely recognize the significance of harmony and theory. However, understanding these concepts is only half the battle. To truly excel in genres like jazz or metal, you need to apply that knowledge to the fretboard. Therefore, finding the right mentor for…...

Take your playing further with advanced guitar lessons. Learn how to apply harmony and theory to your favorite genres with Dave Dohearty in Mukwonago.

04/11/2026

Practice Guitar Chords: The 30-Second Muscle Memory Drill

Having problems committing those important guitar chord fingerings to memory? If you find yourself slowly recalling fingerings or constantly referencing a chord dictionary, you haven't properly ingrained the chord into your muscle memory. To fix this, we need to change how you practice guitar chords. What is Muscle Memory? Simply put, muscle memory is your brain's process of turning fine motor tasks into an automatic process....

Struggling to remember fingerings? Learn how to practice guitar chords using the 30-second drill. Build muscle memory and stop referencing your chord book!