Amari Studios

Amari Studios provides individualized guitar instruction designed to meet each student's unique needs. Our team of passionate instructors in Sioux Falls, SD, creates a casual yet structured environment where lessons remain engaging and effective. We offer both private and group lessons for students of all ages, focusing on developing well-rounded guitar skills through techniques in songwriting, theory, and performance. Our founder, Micah Wetzel, combines his music and business expertise from South Dakota State University with hands-on teaching experience, having worked with over 60 students weekly and served as an adjunct instructor at Augustana University. We emphasize practical learning through yearly full-band recitals, public performance opportunities, and access to studio recording sessions.

With a teaching philosophy centered on fun and creativity, we incorporate elements like ear training, improvisation, and genre exploration while maintaining technical rigor. Micah's professional experience performing with nationally recognized artists further enriches our instructional approach. We tailor programs to individual goals, whether students aspire to master lead guitar techniques or develop singer-songwriter capabilities. Our flexible curriculum includes instruction in reading lead sheets, mastering chord-scale relationships, and developing distinctive guitar tones. We maintain strong community connections through performance partnerships and local venues while prioritizing personalized progress tracking for every student.