Brett Papa

5 months ago · 2 minute read

• Guitarist and Guitar Teacher

Website

• https://www.brettpapa.com/ 

Social Media

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brettpapaguitar/ 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/brettpapaguitar 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettpapa/ 
• Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoMrOn8Vgd7sglHxF3AAyNA 

Meet Brett Papa, a guitar virtuoso who has taken the online music world by storm. With a staggering 44 million views across a thousand videos, Brett has become the second most popular guitar teacher on the internet, earning the affectionate nickname “Papastache” from his devoted students.

Brett’s journey began while juggling a day job building and delivering guitar amps. Despite humble beginnings, he started his YouTube career, recording videos with a simple camera in the back of a friend’s chiropractic office. Fast forward to today, and Brett has become a YouTube sensation, sharing his passion for music and teaching with a global audience.

Brett believes anyone can be a great guitarist with the right mix of inspiration, persistence, and fun. His infectious enthusiasm has gained him over 235,000 subscribers from nearly 100 countries.. His teaching style, coupled with humor, provides a welcoming entry into the diverse musical realms of rock, country, and blues.

In addition to being a prominent YouTube guitar teacher, Brett is an accomplished musician, performer, and music teacher with over a decade of experience. His expertise extends to writing musical scores for TV shows and performing live with renowned artists like Maroon 5, Paul McCartney, Tom Petty, and many more. 

Notably, Brett played a pivotal role as the right-hand man to Fred Taccone, the founder of Divided by 13 custom guitar amplifier shop, contributing his craftsmanship to stages around the world.

Currently residing in Newport Beach, CA, with his wife Sherrie and three children, Brett continues to expand his musical influence. His latest venture involves producing guitar learning content with the legendary session guitarist Tim Pierce. Tim is known for his work with Michael Jackson and Jason Mraz, among others.

Brett Papa has shared his inspiring journey on Opt Out Life podcast and you can check it out. 

Achievements

• Achieved 44 million views and over 235,000 subscribers on YouTube as the second most popular online guitar teacher.
• Performed live with renowned artists, including Maroon 5, Paul McCartney, and Tom Petty.
• Contributed to Divided by 13 custom guitar amplifiers, collaborating closely with founder Fred Taccone.
• Currently producing guitar learning content with renowned session guitarist Tim Pierce.