Endorsal Andi Obarski
Electric Guitar Student
Natalia, beginner student
Classical Guitar Student
"I've been studying with Stelios for 2 years. I wanted to learn to play the guitar (I was a complete beginner), and I also wanted to learn to read music. We have accomplished a lot in my quest for learning music. I have been very happy with his classes and the teaching style: creative, stimulating and laid back; yet challenging. Stelio's teaching is clear and..." Read more
5 years ago
Lauri MacKinnon
Parent
"Stelios' passion for playing and teaching is always evident. My daughter has taken a keen interest in jazz guitar, due to the infectious nature of Stelios' love for it."
5 years ago
David C.
Guitar Lessons
"Stelios was really able to connect well with me and understood my passion and determination to learn how to play the guitar. He took his time getting to know me and why I wanted to play the guitar which really helped me relax into the session creating the ideal learning environment. He was very receptive and when it came time to play, he was not judgmental a..." Read more
5 years ago
Adrian D
Acoustic Guitar Student
"Stelios is great. He's patient, knowledgeable and conscientious. One thing I really appreciate is how he's able to figure out a lesson plan that suits you even if you yourself have trouble articulating your exact goals. Really wonderful."
6 years ago
Jennifer deChiara, Ph.D.
Classical Guitar Student
"A talented and skillful guitarist, Mr Mihas is able to detect subtle bad habits that I'd acquired over the years and remediate them with targeted skill practice and modeling of exemplary technique."
6 years ago
Esther
Electric Guitar Student
"Stelios is a wonderful guitar teacher. My 10 year old son gets easily frustrated and Stelios always manages to relax and motivate him. My son reads music beautifully and has really improved in all areas. Stelios is incredibly patient and kind. He is the perfect teacher for my sensitive son. I can’t recommend him enough. We both love Stelios!"
6 years ago
Abi S
Acoustic Guitar Student
"Stelios was an amazing guitar teacher. He’s so nice and inspiring, and he understands music so well. I felt like I learned things so fast, and was having fun really quickly. But not only did I learn HOW to play guitar, I learned a lot about music and different styles of playing. He really understands what draws people to music, and in that way he makes it ve..." Read more
6 years ago
Ed Sorrentino
Jazz/Rock Department Chair, South Shore Conservatory of Boston, MA
"Whether it's an ensemble setting, chamber music concert or solo performance, Stelios displays his talent, work ethic and confidence."
6 years ago
Ches K
Electric Guitar Student
"Very pleased and satisfied with lessons. Stelios is a very good teacher with good insight about what exercises to use at different stages to keep things interesting and improve. Highly recommend!"
6 years ago
Anita W.
Classical Guitar Student
"Stelios is a wonderful teacher. He possesses all the qualities you would hope for in an instructor...knowledgeable, passionate about music, patient and kind."
6 years ago
John B.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
"Really had an excellent time with Stelios! Looking forward to continuing lessons."
8 years ago
Bixi L.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
"Stelios is an amazing teacher. He is very encouraging and he gives instructions specifically for what I need to learn. I improved very fast."
8 years ago
Kathy O.Czerny
President of South Shore Conservatory of Boston, MA
"As a guitar teacher, Stelios is able to create a fun and nurturing environment in his studio while successfully setting high expectations and giving students the kind of constructive feedback that is necessary to develop musical skills and technique in a variety of genres"
8 years ago
David C
Classical Guitar Student
"Stelios was really able to connect well with me and understood my passion and determination to learn how to play the guitar. He took his time getting to know me and why I wanted to play the guitar which really helped me relax into the session creating the ideal learning environment. He was very receptive and when it came time to play, he was not judgmental a..." Read more
8 years ago
Tom H
Acoustic Guitar Student
"Stelios is patient and very knowledgable. He's easy to work with and in even one lesson I felt a marked improvement in my guitar skills."
8 years ago
Paul H.
Guitar Lessons
"My daughter's guitar lesson with Stelios is one of our favorite parts of our week. I discovered Brooklyn Guitar Studio on Craigslist while looking for guitar lessons for my seven year old daughter. Stelios Michas invited us for an introductory lesson. He placed a guitar in my daughter's lap and a pick in her right hand and encouraged her to play and strum wh..." Read more
8 years ago
Zoe M.
Guitar Lessons
"This was my first guitar lesson, first instrument lesson from high school really and I was nervous, wasn't sure what to expect but Stelios made me feel very comfortable, his talent is inspiring, he was great with my 4 year old and I can't wait for my next lesson!"
9 years ago
Esther B.
Guitar Lessons
"Stelios is an amazing guitar teacher. My 8 year old son and I have been taking lessons with him for less than 6 months and I can't believe how much we have learned. We are both reading music and actually playing. Stelios has a wonderful way about him. He is very encouraging and I always come away from my lesson feeling good. I highly recommend Stelios!"
9 years ago
Nicole F.
Guitar Lessons
"I am starting from the beginning and find him very easy to follow and feel like I have progressed significantly"
9 years ago
Anna D.
Guitar Lessons
"I was extremely lucky to find Stelios while preparing for a graduate school audition on the classical guitar. It had been a few years since I played guitar in that style, but he helped me select pieces and develop my technique. Within a month I grew immensely from his guidance, and passed the audition! Stelios is a knowledgable, patient and overall outstandi..." Read more
9 years ago
David F.
Guitar Lessons
"I've taken lessons for several months with Stelios and found him to be an excellent teacher. He has a broad knowledge of guitar music and technique. He's thoughtful, patient and offers helpful tips on technique, style, and how to practice during every lesson. I always come away knowing something more about guitar playing. His lessons have rekindled my passio..." Read more
9 years ago
Meg C.
Guitar Lessons
"I've had many music teachers over the years and I can confidently say that Stelios is among the best. He is extremely passionate and knowledgable about music, and genuinely enjoys digging into any and all material that you want to learn. Whether you want to learn a new song, work on your own songwriting, or dive into music theory, Stelios is always attentive..." Read more
9 years ago
Kairavi C.
Guitar Lessons
"I've been learning with Stelios for about 6 months now, and I started with a very very basic knowledge of guitar. I can definitely say that I've made a lot of progress and commend him for being a patient teacher. He also has a lot of insight into why different techniques work and can pinpoint exactly why I'm not getting something which comes from the years..." Read more
9 years ago
Jonathan M.
Guitar Lessons
"Stelios is a very accomplished guitarist, a very knowledgeable musician, and a very sensitive teacher. He "meets you where you are" and is very flexible in terms of assisting you in making progress based on your needs and your preferred method of learning. His knowledge of various genres, styles and approaches is exemplary. And, importantly, he is patient an..." Read more
9 years ago
"Stelios is one of the most helpful and insightful music instructors I've ever had. He is knowledgeable on practically everything I've sought in my exploration of the guitar. He is willing to jump into any category, whether it's classical, rock or jazz theory, and break it down so that you, the student, are able to comprehend and grow. I've found that this..." Read more
5 years ago