La Mirada Music Lessons

a, UCLA Philharmonia and Debut Symphony Orchestra. I have performed in masterclasses for Endre Granat, Anne-Akiko Meyers, Hu-Nai Yuan, Peter Marsh, Mark O'Connor, and Hal Grossman.

After attending the University of California, Los Angeles and studying with Professors Guillame Sutre and Movses Pogossian, I now spend my time participating in active chamber music, teaching/guiding students, and also gigging in studio sessions throughout the Los Angeles area. I am 100% commited with my student's musical journey. Playing an instrument not only takes discipline and patience; it also takes the proper guidance, and I am here to provide the inspiration and guidance for that. I am absolutely encouraging and be there every step of the way to benefit every individual student.

*** Lesson Details ***
Fun and a great foundation go hand in hand together in lessons. Without fun, there wouldn't be interest. Without a great foundation and proper guidance, a student wouldn't be able to play what he/she likes. In the beginning, I spend half of the lesson teaching the necessary foundations to play the violin (i.e. proper positioning, hold, scales, and etudes). The other half, we shall approach a challenging piece or a piece favored by the student to put those elements into good use! That way, we can always provide a consistency and improvement in every lesson.

*** Travel Equipment ***
I would expect my student to provide his/her own violin and stand. I can provide the sheet copy of the music if the student cannot buy the music book itself.

*** Specialties ***
Classical

a unique and extremely well rounded musician. Currently Armen resides in Los Angeles, CA where he is active with various orchestras, including the LA Opera.

He also routinely performs for sound track recordings with the major motion picture companies. In addition, Armen has worked with many well-known artists including Ray Charles, Barry White, Yanni, Sarah Brightman, Natalie Cole, Andrea Bocelli and many others. Here is a list of artists Armen M. has performed with: Yanni, Ray Charles, Tony Bennett, Smokey Robinson, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Frank Sinatra Jr., Andrea Bocelli, Olga Tañon, Jose-Jose, Lucero, Cristian Castro, Alanis Morissette and Marco Antonio Solis.

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*** Lesson Details ***
I am very strict and laid back at the same time. I pay a lot of attention to the technical detailes

.The curriculum is based on the level the student is presently. It reneges from simple scale books to Paganini caprices.

I encourage every student to have at list two recitals a year. Lessons are very intense and productive and i welcome you to my studio.

*** Studio Equipment ***
1) Music room w/ piano and seating for parents

2) Office room w/ seating for parents

*** Travel Equipment ***
violin and music

*** Specialties ***
European/Russian violin school

e. I have a routine I do, that I will start students with, but am very open to modification based on student needs/desires.

I perform jazz professionally in Los Angeles, and have spent time touring in playing in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Macedonia, Canada, and have performed or led groups internationally at the Umbria Jazz Festival, the North Sea Jazz Festival, the Montreux Jazz Festival, the Tuscia Jazz Festival, the Angel City Jazz Festival and the Monterey Jazz Festival. You can hear my original compositions and playing on bandcamp or soundcloud.

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wide variety of contexts ranging from opera, choral, musical theater, jazz, and R&B/pop. I have over 15 years of experience performing, and over 5 years of experience teaching voice. My diverse array of artistic experiences allows me to be flexible and sensitive to the specific needs of my students.

Singing is ultimately a form of artistic expression and release. The end goal of all the technical training is to create an artistic moment for both you and the audience. When you begin the journey of discovering your own unique voice, you will also begin a deeper journey with yourself. Singing has brought me so much joy in my own life and I look forward to sharing that joy with you!

asses we will learn from culture, history and research of the customs of different south American countries. We can also develop project that involve learning songs in Spanish (and/or Portuguese). We can also practice a lot of conversation about your favorite topics!

nce great, just a curious and open mind.

I'd love to help you refine your material, whether it be for an audition or just to hone your craft. If you're in need of a college audition coach, I am very well-versed in that area. I know how hard and confusing it can be, and I'm here to help! I mostly work with kids and teens, but if you're an adult who is just starting out, that's great too! Come one, come all.

I love to work in a relaxed environment with no pressure. Acting can sometimes get intense, but I always reign it in so nothing gets out of control. I believe that people do their best work when they're comfortable, open, and not scared of judgement. I assure you that I can provide an environment that will foster all of those elements.

Feel free to send me a message and ask me any questions you may have!

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