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My name is Marisa B. I am a bass player by trade but I also play violin, viola, bass guitar, and I can teach beginning music theory. I really enjoy playing all the instruments I teach, however I am in school learning to play all 18 basic instruments in the music world! VanderCook College of Music in Chicago, Illinois is a great place to study music education and get yourself way more involved in music than you ever anticipated being. I sing in choir, I previously was in the Symphonic Band and the Wind Ensemble, I am currently part of the Jazz Ensemble (holding down the rhythm section with my steady bass lines), and I am the bass section leader of the Philharmonic Orchestra. All of that aside, I really love teaching and I would love to work with you in any way it was needed to help you succeed. I want you to have fun, but I also know the value behind learning. I am always willing to answer questions, give advice, or just have conversations. I am pretty easy going as long as...

I am a trumpet instructor with global experience and an approach to learning that is encompassing and fun for all ages. I was born in Taiwan and have studied in both Asia and the U.S., where I last earned my Master of Music degree from the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University. Students have described me as someone who is out going, someone who is laid back and fun and someone who likes to listen and communicate with my students. I have been teaching trumpet and piano since sophomore at college, in private one-on-one lessons or as a trumpet sectional coach at elementary schools or middle schools.

I believe that being an educator is about the communication and the relationship that exists between a teacher and a student. The art of being a good educator exists in the difference of “speaking to” a student versus “speaking with.” If you can build a good relationship with your student, the student will be more willing to listen and practice. My teaching style...

Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance, Eastman School of Music.
I am a classically trained pianist who graduated from the Eastman School of Music under world-renowned piano pedagogue Nelita True. I started playing the piano when I was 5, and started entering competitions at 7 years old. Growing up, I've won many national piano competitions in the states and Canada and debuted with numerous professional orchestras. I started giving benefit concerts at 14 years old and was recognized by TV station WCTV as well as the Boston Globe, Andover Townsman, and Wilmington Advocate newspapers.
Besides traveling around the world to perform solo and duo, my deepest passion and devotion is teaching. When I started teaching piano, my beginner students grew an average of 2 years worth of study within the first year. My former piano students' levels ranged from beginner to advanced, and their ages ranged from 4 to 19. I speak English, Spanish, French and Chinese...

A native of Metro Detroit, MI, Nathan began studying percussion at the age of nine. He holds a Bachelor of Music Performance from Central Michigan University where he studied with Dr. Andrew Spencer and Dallas Symphony timpanist Brian Jones. Nathan just recently graduated with a Masters of Music Performance from The Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University where he studied with Chicago Symphony percussionist Vadim Karpinos and Chicago Lyric Opera timpanist Edward Harrison. Nathan was awarded fellowships to attend the Chautauqua and Hot Springs Music Festivals. Nathan currently resides in Chicago, IL where he is the percussion director for Lincoln Park High School. He enjoys cycling, spending time with family and friends as well as eating great food.

Welcome to Val's Music Studio!

Whether you are an experienced musician or just in the beginning of your educational journey I can help you to get started, open up your potentials, or bring your skills to the next level.

I began my musical education when I was 5. After getting my Bachelors in Music Education and Chorus Conducting from Tomsk Musical College in 1990, I was accepted to a Music College by Moscow State Conservatory, where I studied opera and voice. Upon getting my Bachelor in Voice in 1992, I continued my education at the Russian Academy of Music (Gnessin Institute) where I studied vocal pedagogy. Finally, I received my Masters in Voice Performance and Vocal Pedagogy from the Roosevelt University in Chicago (College of Performing Arts - The Music Conservatory) in 1998.
Some of the highlights of my musical career include performances with the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Chicago Symphony Orchestra Chorus as well as Chicago Grant Park Chorus. I received "The...

I love everything about teaching! I love music; it is my life. I sleep, breath and dream music. I am a Columbia University Chicago graduate; I graduated with a degree in Music with a concentration in Classical Voice. I have performed in numerous of operas and musicals, as well as, sung on Gospel Cruises all around the world. In my eyes, the student is the main focus, so whatever issues, concerns or request the student may have I will treat them with priority. I am all about strengthening the natural born talent and making my students the best vocalist they can be. I'm here to serve the students and that is what I will do until they are confident in their gift...music.

Originally from the UK, Louise began her musical training in piano and voice at the Royal Northern College of Music. She completed her Bachelor of Music degree at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, where she is currently completing my Professional Diploma in Opera.

She began teaching about ten years ago from her home to both children and adults at varying levels. Able to teach both classical and contemporary music, Louise is happy to teach in a variety of styles to meet the student's specific needs. In addition to a focus on performance, she is happy to incorporate theory lessons that will support practical training.

Having played music for as long as I can remember (my father is an accomplished Jazz and Soul drummer), music has always been a key ingredient in my life much like eating and breathing. From playing the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles theme on the drum set as a toddler, I have gone on to learn electric/classical/lap steel guitar, electric/upright bass, various keyboard instruments, most percussion instruments, and many old time instruments such as banjo, mandolin, dulcimer, and harmonica. I'm currently teaching myself viola.

In addition to the performing aspect of music, I am also experienced with writing/composition, recording/engineering/mixing/production, and design/manufacturing/distribution/vending of my own albums as well as those of others. However, none of these things bring me the same joy as teaching the ways of music to others. Fortunately, all of these skills integrate to bring about a clear view of the big picture in regards to music so I can better serve a wider...

I feel there is a great deal of talent in the youth of today, and that it is my job to provide a knowledge and understanding of how to best use that talent. I try my best to provide a comfortable atmosphere to help my students to develop, refine and heighten their talents. I love to teach performance techniques in voice, music, dance, and various other fine arts activities. I have been an aspiring performer my entire life and have enjoyed every learning experience I have come across. It is because of this that I feel I can help you reach your full potential. It is my goal to share my passion for performing arts with others so that they might become excited about their potential and future. I hope to empower others with the knowledge of using there instrument properly and efficiently so that they may utilize their talents to their fullest potential. Through lessons with me my students will enjoy and flourish in using their talents and become confident in doing so. Both learning...

Hi, I am a multi-international prize winner and a dedicated teacher. A piano performance graduate of Manhattan School of Music and University of Illinois, I have collaborated as soloist with major orchestras in China, USA, Europe and South America for fifteen years.

In the summer of 2006, I made my critically acclaimed European debut at the International Piano Festivals held in Spain and Canary Islands. In 2008, I was selected by famous New York critics David Dubal to perform in his lecture concert series, live broadcast on WQXR. From October of 2008 to July 2009, I won five international competition awards around globe, which led me to several concert tours in the following years. In August of 2009, I participated in the prestigious George Enescu International Music Festival in Bucharest. In May of 2010, I participated in the Gilmore Keyboard Festival Masterclass in Kalamazoo. That year also marked my recital and concerto debut in Panama and Colombia as well as in Krannert...

I have always been fascinated with how music is created and who works behind the scenes of performances and recordings. I started playing the flute in elementary school, piano in junior high school, and singing in high school. Once I got to UMASS, Dartmouth I chose the Music option for my major. I then moved on to NYU. I have been teaching for over ten years now. Working with students both in person and online has been amazing. With online lessons I am able to work with students who love the convenience of being at home and in person I can show students what it is like to really grow! I love my students of all ages, and can only hope to show others how amazing music can be. I am currently working on an original album. Those who can do teach, and those who can teach totally do!

My name is Colin. I've been teaching private lessons for over ten years. After receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance from the University of Kentucky, and a Master's in Music from the University of Michigan, I moved to Chicago to further my musical career. Whether you're interested in rock, jazz, world music, marching percussion, or just want to improve your technique and chops, I can help you. From beginner to advanced, all ages welcome. Everybody wants to be a drummer!