Aloha Everyone. I'm born and raised in Hawaii and decided to further my education in music by moving to California. I' m a graduate of Musicians Institute's G.I.T program where I received my Associates Degree as well as the "Most Improved Student" award. I've played in various situations ranging from Big Bands, Smooth Jazz Quartet, Rhythm/ Lead for RnB, Funk and Blues bands, Musicals and Cruise Ship gig's. A lot of music revolves around Jazz and Blues playing and I really enjoy teaching in this style. Having a good feel in these genres will benefit you greatly and will improve your internal musical groove as well as having tasty and soulful licks. I can help you develop this soulful, funky groove and when you start diving into new genres, you'll find it much easier to feel and hear the music. On top of that, Its so much fun to play. I'm very open minded to all styles of music and as a teacher, I can help you have a solid foundation of the basics as well as a groove that's...

I am a firm believer in the power of music to heal, entertain, and teach. It is our first and most vital universal human language and as such, I believe we all have the ability to learn how to communicate beautifully with music to express our deepest feelings. As a teacher it is my privilege and pleasure to help you develop.

From classical violin to jazz piano my early musical education not only spanned genres and instruments but also geographically from Austin Texas to Madison Wisconsin and finally brought me to Los Angeles where I currently reside and work teaching and playing in several bands. I embrace this diversity as I embrace my own mixed Peruvian and American cultural heritage.

Helping you or your child reach your musical dreams in a friendly-nurturing environment is my sincere desire and obligation as your teacher. Discipline is required and to be expected, however, an overly rigid or demanding routine can do more harm than good. I believe attention must...

I enjoy playing music more than anything else, its been quite literally the one constant for the last decade or so of my life.

I've studied music formally for the past 5-6 years (most recently I've just finished the guitar program at the Musician's Institute).

I've studied everything from general music theory to jazz theory to renaissance theory and all the techniques involved in applying all of these things to the guitar.

I've performed live in bands since I was 17 and have performed in a few musicals, in addition to live experience I've also had experience working as a session musician, a songwriter and arranger.

I feel that my thorough education [although I'd never call it "complete", always learning :) ] combined with my real world experience as a working musician can help you on your path to becoming the best musician that you can be.

Brian discovered his talent and passion for teaching while still in college, and has been teaching guitar, piano and bass guitar in Southern California for over 20 years. Gifted at teaching students of all ages and abilities, he combines patience, creativity, imagination and boundless enthusiasm with solid professional training and experience. Brian also has over 10 years experience teaching piano and guitar to blind and autistic students.

A lifelong musician, Brian received his first musical training at the age of 4 and 5 years when his actor/singer Dad and musically talented Grandma taught him to sing and play the mandolin. He began piano lessons at age 5, and formal guitar instruction at the age of 10 years.

By the time he was a 14-year-old high school student, Brian was performing as lead guitarist in rock bands around Southern California, developing mastery of rock guitar and blues performance and improvisation. Brian went on to complete a Bachelor's Degree in...

I've been teaching guitar & bass privately for six years. I also teach Logic/Garageband and song writing. I've been a music director in a circus, which includes teaching and directing musicians. I have played and currently perform in many bands throughout Europe and the U.S. (Lisa Marie Presley, and grunge era bands that have opened for Nirvana, Marilyn Manson and more). I have composed music for MTV, Comedy Central, Cheech & Chong to name a few.

I Love music, and I love people. I feel that music is and has historically been a way of interpreting and expressing all the diversity in life and our experiences and that our instruments are our tool of expressing, whether it be the drum, guitar, piano, voice, sitar, etc. My inevitable goal here is to help you(student) obtain the technical, theoretical understanding to help you express your own message and story musically and or achieve any musical standard that one connects too and wishes too achieve.

Teaching Philosophy -
My teaching philosophy is really built on well rounded communication and multiple facets of explanation and examples so that a student can truly understand and learn a topic, surrounded in a very humorous, light and supportive environment.
I feel that along with being provided good information a student learns better and feels more motivated to learn when there is a balance of positive support and confidence building accompanied by constructive criticism...

Hello! Thank you for your interest in taking guitar/music lessons.

I am a professional teacher/studio musician/performer/producer with over 17 years of private teaching experience and a graduate of the University of Miami Studio Music and Jazz program in 2002 specializing in the guitar.

I am available to teach guitar(acoustic, electric, classical) for all levels, ages, and styles(pop to folk, rock to soul, world to classical) in English, Spanish and Japanese.

Other subjects taught include bass guitar, keyboard, harmonium, classical percussion, music theory, composition(all styles from pop to classical), ear training, and studio production/engineering/mixing.

Born in Cali, Colombia on April 1979, I began my musical endeavors studying the piano at the age of 6. Early on I had the opportunity to play percussion in the school symphony while at the same time developed an intense interest in the instrument that would become my true love, the guitar.

During 1996-98 I...

Master Degree in Historical Musicology from The University of London
Master Degree in Music Performance from The University of Arizona
Bachelor Degree in Music Performance San Francisco Conservatory of Music

I have performed in various concert halls and events in the US and over seas. Recently I have been playing flamenco guitar in various dance studios and workshops in Los Angeles. I have been teaching private lessons for a local music school for several years and part time staff at a local University.
I am dedicated teacher and love helping people achieve their musical goals.

My love for music began at the age of 2 when my mother first took me to a small local music school. Ever since that day, I have always found myself studying one type of instrument or another. My sound as a drummer, composer, producer and instructor is a culmination of my experience across varied genres. Following a yearlong intensive training at the renowned Collective School of Music in Manhattan, I pursued a BFA degree at the famous New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. I majored in music performance as a drummer and graduated with honors. While at school, I trained under some of New York City's finest. I have successfully extracted various techniques from these distinguished musicians and incorporated them into my own distinct style. During my years at the New School, I also worked at the renowned Drummers Collective School of Music, where I taught privately, and played gigs at various clubs throughout the City. After graduating, I decided to move to Los Angeles where I...

If you're looking for fun lessons from beginner all the way to advanced, look no further.

Learn guitar, songwriting, bass, theory, eartraining, how to learn songs by ear, music reading, strumming, fingerstyle, picking, shredding, you name it. All styles. All levels.

I have both Masters and Bachelors degrees in music (guitar performance) from the University of Southern California, have written hundreds of songs with 3 solo albums to my credit, have played thousands of live and studio gigs, and have been teaching privately for 20 years and in the college classroom for over 12 years.

I love working with kids and adults, hobbyists, students, and professionals! ALL ARE WELCOME!

I'm a patient, easy-going teacher who focuses on positive encouragement, confidence-building, and helping you become the kind of singer you want to be. With a wide vocal range, I can teach you everything from the basics of breath support & diction to more advanced skills like belting, wailing, and the correct way to 'scream' in modern rock music. All of this is done with particular focus on the health and safety of the vocal cords. I have nearly 20 years of vocal experience. I've performed in choirs, musical theater, and most consistently in modern rock bands. I've studied at Emerson College and under numerous choral directors and vocal coaches, arming me with a lifetime of advice, tips & tricks to be a professional singer.

Hi! My name is Paul and I'd love to share the joy of playing the guitar with you! I have been a professional musician and teacher for over 20 years. I know much about playing the guitar and being an artist. I am passionate about music, which is why lessons with me are so fun. I know how to customize a program for the motivated student that will bring out the potential of the student at all levels. I will give the student a complete and practical program for advancement and help he or she discover their own talents at a pace that works for them. I even on occasion will conduct blues jams and other challenges such as recording and how to do a You Tube video production that will give the student a chance to use there developing skills by themselves and with others. Here is some feedback from the parent of one of my students:

"Alex progressed much further with guitar than he did with piano and he actually got to the point where he enjoyed playing on his own. That was...