I love to sing, and I have a passion for teaching students to sing well. I have sung in choruses all my life, and have been inspired by fine conductors and great composers. I am certain that music enlivens my life like nothing else, and it can do that for everyone. Whether you sing in the shower, or in the choir, or with a few friends, or in an opera, you can find your song.

Learning to play the piano, from the very beginning, or picking up where you left off in the past, will bring a spark to your life. Whether you want to play for yourself or some friends, or want to get on track to becoming a concert pianist, music will enrich your life.

My students develop an appreciation for music of the Renaissance up through the 21st century. They are willing to delve into exciting territory while learning to read music, establishing confidence in their own musicianship. They discover the music within themselves, while learning the technique necessary to be the best musicians they can...

I've has toured nationally and internationally as lead guitarist for Dan Hicks, Al Stewart, Maria Muldaur and more. I've taught Rock/Jazz/Gypsy Jazz/African guitar and music theory at St. Patrick School, St Raphael School, Cathedral School For Boys, Hall Middle School And Redwood High School besides teaching privately and playing throughout the Bay Area and nationally. My vast musical experience gives me the perspective to clearly see what and how to help you become your best possible player in the shortest time!

I am a detailed and fun teacher and I can help you with your students Grades K-6. I work at St Charles School in the Mission District. I have also worked at St Elizabeth School and St Peters School, as well as the Edgewood Center. I also tutor through Tutorpedia in the Bay Area.


My undergraduate degree is in Journalism and my Master's Degree is in Education, K-8.


I can help your child through comprehensive lessons in Reading, Phonics, Math and Science. I will work individually with your student to be sure they are receiving the tutoring help that they needs. I also work assessment into my lessons to be sure that the student is understanding the material that we cover.

Who Am I?

I am a fabulous teacher. Really! A couple of my students have written about me in the comments section.

As a member of NATS (National Organization of Teachers of Singing), I hold my teaching skills to a high standard. No matter what kind music you like to sing, I can help you become more comfortable and have lots of fun! Maybe you want to experiment with pop, jazz or rock? Maybe you like current Broadway hits? Come visit me. Lets play with your favorites, and enjoy! My primary focus is classical, which is the foundation for all healthy singing.

Beginning Theory and Composition? I can get you started. Need to shore up your sight reading & sight singing? I can give you the tools you need.

I just directed a comic opera, The Old Maid & the Thief at my university. It's in English, so have no fear. Here is the YT link: http://youtu.be/tml9W5DJ4eM

I teach in San Francisco, and in Belmont, CA.

I love singing. It fills my life with transcendent joy as nothing...

I have a BM in Music History from Northwestern University School of Music, and an MA in Musicology from Columbia University. I have years of experience performing in orchestras and chamber groups with piano, harpsichord, recorder, and violin; performing in choruses; accompanying theater performances with piano and violin; and studying ballet in New York with the Eglevsky School of Ballet, the Martha Graham School, and at Steps. I love teaching. I have children of my own and I love working with kids. Other interests: science, research, science writing, and swimming.

HI! I graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Music, Science and Technology and then worked as an Audio Engineer at the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA) at Stanford, where I recorded and produced a number of Grammy-nominated albums. I worked with amazing students and faculty, helping them utilize digital audio hardware and software for composition and research purposes.

I have been called a natural-born teacher and have taught music to everyone from elementary school students to college graduate students. I began giving guitar lessons in high school and helped put myself through college by giving guitar lessons while I was a student at Stanford.

I love teaching music and have recently taught Guitar, Digital Audio, Music Theory and Musical Acoustics at the Academy of Art in San Francisco, CA and Cogswell Polytechnical College in Sunnyvale, CA. I am currently teaching at the SAE Institute in San Francisco.

I have been playing...

From the moment Kat was tall enough to reach the keys she made so much noise on her family’s piano that they eventually bought a kid-sized version to keep in her room. When Kat turned 7 her family got her the best present ever; lessons with an amazing piano teacher.

Kat also began to study flute several years later and soon realized that music was the life for her. She majored in music in both high school and college graduating with a BA in Music from St. Norbert College in DePere, Wisconsin.

Kat has had a very diverse career in music. From a full time private music teacher to the Musical Director of a Burning Man Opera, to the Section Leader for a Youth Orchestra, to the keyboard player in a Theatrical Heavy Metal Band, Kat is always thrilled to stretch her wings and try new things.

Kat has taught over 100 piano and flute students in her career. She currently resides in San Francisco, CA where she performs in two professional rock bands, works as the musical...

Greetings, my name is Jared. I am a professional piano teacher living in San Francisco and I greatly enjoy passing along my love of music and playing to others. I have played piano since the age of six. My musical training includes private lessons for 10 years, the last of those years with a Julliard-trained pianist. I have been teaching professionally since 2002. I teach mostly children between the ages of 4-15 but I have also had several adult students over the years. The age of a student doesn't matter to me, it is the commitment and willingness to learn that are most important. There are no shortcuts but if a student is willing to put in the time required, I guarantee I will help that student get results and develop a talent that will stay with them for the rest of their life. My goal through teaching is to pass along a gift that a teacher once helped me develop, a gift which has brought me happiness and a great deal of satisfaction.

My Teaching:
I love to teach music to all ages, and have taught hundreds of students in the last 15 years. What you can expect from me is a clear, patient, and understanding teacher who is able to able to meet you where you are on your musical journey, and assist you to expand your knowledge and mastery of the instrument, usually having a lot of fun along the way. I am very comfortable even with teens who know what they want to learn, as well as absolute beginners and kids who need %100 guidance in there practice. I really enjoy students who come to me with some experience and want to learn songs that they love. I enjoy teaching music theory as well as reading, but do not require it.
I am an expert at teaching classic Rock and funk, Jazz Standards, Blues and Pop. From the Chili Peppers, to George Benson, to Taylor Swift etc....

My education and background:

1)Music composition and technology BA. from UC San Diego.

2)Jazz guitar and music theory credential from the...

Hi Parent/Students,
Its beautiful to share what we know, this is the reason I have a passion for teaching.
I come from a family of musicians and both of my parents are full-time music teachers.

I have studied music internationally in countries including Argentina, Italy, Portugal, London, and the United States. I come highly recommended by musicians of high artistry. 

Yo-Yo Ma has personally drafted a letter of recommendation and acknowledgement for me with the following quote: "Sebastian is a deeply committed and skilled cellist and a uniquely creative contemporary composer."

I graduated from San Francisco Conservatory of Music in 2011 with a Masters Degree in Chamber Music. My previous diplomas in music are a bachelors degree at The Boston Conservatory and an Artist Diploma from the International School of Chamber Music of the Trio di Trieste (Italy).

Biography as a Composer / Recording Artist

Born into a musical family in Argentina, Sebastian is a...

12 years of diverse teaching experience supported by an intensive classical background (MM San Francisco Conservatory BM Oberlin Conservatory) as well as years spent creating and improvising music -- Experience in Yoga, Alexander Technique, Dalcroze Eurhythmics and Star Trek Next Generation ;

I picked the guitar over 25 years ago when I was a young boy and since then I've never stop playing her. In had the privilege to study with one of the disciple of the greatest Agustin Barrios Mangore whom Segovia secretly admires his genius way of interpreting and composing. Later when coming to USA I had the great opportunity to get accepted as a student in San Francisco Conservatory of Music where I got to study with two great teachers: Mark Teicholtz and Larry Ferrara.
I have been teaching for over 10 years individual and group lessons to beginner and advanced students of different ages.
In my walking in the realm of music I had the opportunity to play and jam with musician around the world including: Brazil (Bossa and samba), Cuba (Afrocuban music), Guinea (west Africa music) and South America (Andean and Nueva trova Songs) and of course I’ve been exposed to many genres of music of US like pop, rock, blues and reggae. I am able to integrate all of these styles in my guitar...