I love being a teacher, but even more than just that, I thoroughly enjoy assisting others on their journey to learning and making music a personal experience for themselves.

Having said that, here is my teaching philosophy, including what you can expect from me as a teacher and as an individual:

PHILOSOPHY OF TEACHING

Each student who comes to me is an individual. I customize each lesson, keeping in mind the student’s level of interest, goals, and intent. I put great care into judging when to push, when to pull back, and when to stop altogether and regroup.

Sometimes there is frustration and as a teacher it is very important to take that experience and turn it into a positive learning situation. During the course of a lesson, we’ll take a "breather" and simply talk about the day, or work on material that is enjoyable and instills a sense of self-confidence —anything to release the tension of acquiring a new language-the musical language. Within moments, we are...

The guitar is a great instrument. It’s been said that the guitar is one of the most difficult to learn, but the most rewarding once mastered. This is because of the versatility within multiple styles that can be achieved on the guitar, from a beginning level to an advanced. As a teacher I take my students down a path to explore their independent passion stylistically. Because I decided to constantly take my playing abilities to the next level, I can help the student achieve a greater playing ability one step at a time. First the student must learn music theory as related to site reading notation as well as basic chord playing. Music theory can be continued as it relates to more advanced chord formation, scale theory and application in improvisation. This leads the student to the ability and understanding on how to play lead guitar. I achieved my abilities through over 20 years of group and private lessons as well as music theory at the college level. I have taught at...

I began learning percussion and guitar when I was eight years old, I picked up horn when I was fifteen, and double bass when I was sixteen. I have experience both in marching band/concert bands as well as rock/pop bands. I currently perform in the Orange Coast College Symphony Orchestra as a percussionist and in the Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps on the mellophone line. I am double majoring in Music Education and Music Composition, and can help you to learn any style you'd like to know on your instrument.

I also am an avid singer/songwriter, and spend a lot of my time playing video games such as Minecraft, League of Legends, and Skyrim. I like to surf and skateboard and I'm very laid back and easy-going.

I love to sing and I love to share my enthusiasm, skills and knowledge with people. I have been singing all my life, but started singing professionally when I was fifteen. I think it is that experience along with my education that is a great benefit to my students. I have sung in every vocal genre you can think of: pop, rock, jazz, blues, Broadway, opera, and choral music. I share this experience with my students, helping to guide them by providing them with insights on phrasing, interpretation, and stylistic nuances. I pair this experience with my knowledge and skills to help them learn correct and appropriate vocal support and techniques. Good vocal technique is efficient and protects and strengthens your voice which is why I say you can sing for life. As for my education, I am a graduate of the excellent choral/vocal music education program at California State University, Fullerton. I am a fully credentialed music educator with a focus on vocal music. I have been...

Graduate of CSUF with a degree in Music Performance. Member of the Orange County Guitar Circle and founding member of the Orange County Guitar Orchestra.

Duane has a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from the University of California, Irvine as well as a Bachelor’s of Science in Music Education from Florida International University. While attending either institution, he has performed with many notable musicians such as Arturo Sandoval, Eddie Daniels, Kevin Mahogany, Kei Akagi, Charles Owens, and others. Since graduating college he has also performed with many other respected musicians in South Florida, New York, and Los Angeles such as Ira Sullivan, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Turk Mouro, Adam Nussbaum, Tania, Joe Bagg, Matt Otto, and many others. He has also recorded several jazz CDs under the Tritone Record label, as well as performed on various rock CDs with different bands such as Bricqmen, and The Noise Majestic. His new solo CD is entitled “In Transit” on Tritone records. As an educator, he has been teaching music since 1990 and has taught students at all levels and abilities. He enjoys teaching music in several different...

I currently have a studio of 20+ students and I hold optional recitals twice a year. The recitals feature students as soloists, in duets, or solo with piano accompaniment.

In 2011, I graduated with my Bachelor's of Music in Performance Violin and Viola from the Cole Conservatory of Music at the California State University, Long Beach where I also studied conducting, music theory, and piano.

I have been teaching the violin privately for over 12 years. I have taught the violins at Serrano Middle School and Woodbridge High School.

I job shadowed other private violin instructors when I was in high school. I also went to a 12 weekl teaching seminar called, "In Search of: A Guide to Violin Excellence."

I perform frequently with Montage Symphony, Dana Point Symphony, and Symphony Irvine as Assistant Principal Violist.

I studied the violin privately for 19 years with violin teachers from the Juilliard School of Music and Ken Aiso, former teacher from the Royal Academy of...

I have taught piano for almost three years now, and thus am extremely excited to share the gift of music with the world. Nothing compares to the feeling I get when a student succeeds at his first piano song, or even better, when a student practices extremely hard and completes a difficult song. The proud feeling of accomplishment is unrivaled.

I am a jazz piano major at UC Irvine and have been playing piano since I was in elementary school. I currently play jazz music at a number of different restaurants, and even have recordings on iTunes!

I am very patient with the pace in which each individual student is comfortable learning. I do not expect hours and hours of practice from each of my students every week, but I encourage my students to practice as much as possible.

In addition to my jazz and classical background, I play with a number of singers, and play in lots of pop venues! I have thousands of views on youtube with incredible singers.

I am a very personal and...

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My name is Drew and I have been a guitarist and musician for 12 years. I have been a guitar instructor for 4 years. I have played in professional hardrock bands as well as toured playing bluegrass and folk music. I have been trained by professional musician Adam Mitchell, as well as Bruce Kullick (original guitarist in KISS). My favorite musicians are Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, Brand New, Jack Johnson, John Mayer and Andy Mckee. I really enjoy working with my students and developing a specific program to their liking. I want to help you achieve your goals rapidly and efficiently. I have been...

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Throughout my life, I have had the opportunity to study with some amazing teachers, including Carmine Appice (author of “Realistic Rock” and drummer for Rod Stewart, Vanilla Fudge, Cactus and Jeff Beck), Jason Lingle (Berklee School Of Music), Keith Harris (drummer for The Black Eyed Peas) and Lee Nichols, to name a few. My experiences with...

Hello, My name is Cort and I love to teach music. I am currently taking on more students for the following instruments: Guitar, Drums, Bass. I have successfully instructed students from age 5 - 65 and gain tremendous satisfaction from helping my students achieve their goals of learning an instrument and/or progressing to a greater ability on their instrument. I teach beginning and intermediate up to the advanced level and all aspects of music (reading, writing, theory, chords, scales, modes, composition, and most styles of music). I have been playing and performing for over 25 years. I have an AA degree with a concentration in music education. I have studied privately with legendary jazz/fusion drummer, composer, and actor Alphonse Mouzon (drum set) and with guitar genius Julian Coryell (son of legendary jazz guitarist Larry Coryell). I have a teaching history of over 15 years and I would love the opportunity to share my knowledge with you and help you to become the best musician...

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