I believe every guitar player inherently has something unique about their playing.
They just have to identify what makes them different and develop it.
BIOGRAPHY
Minsu Dylan Kim
Owner of LA Guitar Studio
Guitar Instructor / Guitarist
Guitarist of band QAALM
Discography
1997 Legal Defense
2006 Entropia - Entropia
2008 Entropia - Electric Chaos
2018 Memnoch - Command Hallucination
2019 Korean Music Awards Nominees
2020 Black hole - Re-encounter the miracle
2024 QAALM - First Light of the Last Dawn
2024 QAALM - First impressions of unbroken arc
Award
The 16th Korean Music Award - Best heavy metal album of the year (nominated)
The 17th Korean Music Award - Best album of the year (nominated)
Concert
Over 300 concerts in the United States, Canada, Japan and Korea
Over 25 Years of Teaching Experience
Every student has different strengths and challenges. The most important role of a guitar instructor is to identify those accurately and quickly.
With over 25 years of experience and thousands of students taught, I can pinpoint your playing style and needs from the very first lesson.
Then, I design a curriculum that enhances your strengths and addresses your weaknesses—bringing out the best possible results.
This depth of experience is what truly sets my lessons apart from those offered by less experienced or newly graduated teachers.
I Teach Guitar as a Tool for Making Music
There’s a big difference between being able to play difficult songs and being a musician who creates meaningful music.
In my lessons, you’ll not only master guitar technique but also understand how music works as a whole.
You’ll learn how the guitar interacts with bass, drums, and keyboards, and how to fit your sound into a complete band or recording.
This approach helps you develop real musicianship—not just guitar skills.
Learn from a Professional, Active Musician
I’m not just a teacher—I’m an award-nominated professional musician who performs, records, and produces music.
That experience makes a huge difference.
You’ll learn valuable insights such as:
- How to develop your unique tone and sound
- How to prepare for recording sessions and live performances
- How to express yourself musically on stage or in the studio
In my lessons, I often simulate real-world music situations—from band rehearsals to stage performances—so you gain practical, hands-on experience.
Because I’m an active musician, I constantly research and integrate the latest music trends and technologies into my teaching.