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About Michael B.
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About Michael
I am a guitarist of over 20 years and have played an instrument since I was six years old. I went to college for jazz and classical guitar to expand upon my rock and blues influence. Having first taken piano lessons at six years old, I added tenor saxophone at 10, and guitar at 14. I have 20 years of playing live in a band or for theater work. I believe a musician can learn from all instruments and I try to not just teach guitar, but music.
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I am disciplined but fun. Music shouldn't have to be a chore. It should be a chance to challenge yourself and see what you might be capable of with a little work.
I use Berklee instructional books and the Guitar Grimoire as a foundation, but try to incorporate what each student listens to.
After six months, a student will be able to play some scales, arpeggios and ch
*** Lesson Details ***
I am disciplined but fun. Music shouldn't have to be a chore. It should be a chance to challenge yourself and see what you might be capable of with a little work.
I use Berklee instructional books and the Guitar Grimoire as a foundation, but try to incorporate what each student listens to.
After six months, a student will be able to play some scales, arpeggios and ch
ords (maybe even a song or two they like.)
*** Studio Equipment ***
Pro Tools 10, Presonus Studio Live 24.4.2, mics, instruments, etc...
*** Travel Equipment ***
I'll provide instrument, music stand and amp if needed.
students will provide instrument and willingness to work and learn.
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I specialize in jazz using chord voices and walking basslines underneath, but also love playing rock and country. I have read/played Spanish charts and Classical music. Also, I play in various cover bands that utilize blues, pop music and pentatonic scales. In addition, I play theater gigs which allows me to play all styles from jazz to broadway to rock.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Pro Tools 10, Presonus Studio Live 24.4.2, mics, instruments, etc...
*** Travel Equipment ***
I'll provide instrument, music stand and amp if needed.
students will provide instrument and willingness to work and learn.
*** Specialties ***
I specialize in jazz using chord voices and walking basslines underneath, but also love playing rock and country. I have read/played Spanish charts and Classical music. Also, I play in various cover bands that utilize blues, pop music and pentatonic scales. In addition, I play theater gigs which allows me to play all styles from jazz to broadway to rock.
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Michael B.
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About Andy
I have been teaching since 1994. I have a bachelors in bass performance and masters in music composition from CSULB. I am at home teaching theory and technique, but I also use teaching tools like: intuition, creativity, improvisation and song writing. I am comfortable teaching Bach or the Beatles and Mozart or Metallica. In addition to private students I have years of classroom teaching experience at Cypress College and Orange County High School of the Arts.
I have a studio at home, and a fun garden in the yard for parents and siblings to play in during a lesson.
I have a studio at home, and a fun garden in the yard for parents and siblings to play in during a lesson.
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Andy Z.
Signal Hill, CA 90755
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About Dr. Norman L.
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Jazz or classical
About Dr. Norman
I am a professional bass player who has worked on hundreds of recordings and has performed with many symphony orchestras worldwide.
I have a Doctorate in Composition and have taught many students in both orchestration and composition.
Please read my reviews for student feedback.
I have a Doctorate in Composition and have taught many students in both orchestration and composition.
Please read my reviews for student feedback.
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Dr. Norman L.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
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About Allie H.
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Jazz, swing, funk, latin, classical, improvisation, music reading
About Allie
Music Is my passion. I am an aspiring film score composer. I have been playing guitar for 14 years, upright bass for 10 years and bass guitar for 8 years. With 5 years of college music experience as a music education major, there is a lot I can teach you. I have been teaching music lessons for 10 years and I would love to share my musical knowledge with you.
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Allie H.
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About Charlie C.
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I have a masters in double bass performance. I have performed in orchestras, jazz bands, and solo recitals across the country.
About Charlie
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I teach Violin, Cello, and Ukulele for Children's Music Workshop
and have also taught beginner guitar
My primary instruments are double bass and electric bass
Here is my bio-
An experienced classical and contemporary musician, Charlie has performed at events such as the West Coast Premiere of Sila by John Luther Adams (Ojai Festival), and with ensembles including the Center Stage Opera, Santa Monica Symphony, and Symphonia Pasadena.
His formal education started at Interlochen Arts Academy at age 13 and continued at the University of North Texas, during which time he began to play professionally with the Shreveport Symphony, Sherman Symphony, and the East Texas Symphony. He then relocated to Los Angeles to earn his MFA at California Institute of Arts, under instruction from Peter Rofe (Los Angeles Philharmonic), Darek
I teach Violin, Cello, and Ukulele for Children's Music Workshop
and have also taught beginner guitar
My primary instruments are double bass and electric bass
Here is my bio-
An experienced classical and contemporary musician, Charlie has performed at events such as the West Coast Premiere of Sila by John Luther Adams (Ojai Festival), and with ensembles including the Center Stage Opera, Santa Monica Symphony, and Symphonia Pasadena.
His formal education started at Interlochen Arts Academy at age 13 and continued at the University of North Texas, during which time he began to play professionally with the Shreveport Symphony, Sherman Symphony, and the East Texas Symphony. He then relocated to Los Angeles to earn his MFA at California Institute of Arts, under instruction from Peter Rofe (Los Angeles Philharmonic), Darek
Oles (Brad Mehldau), and Erika Duke-Kirkpatrick.
He is a frequent performer of new music and has premiered works for solo double bass by contemporary composers including Sean Hayward and Chuck Gloria. His own music explores his influences of folk and the blues and has included collaborations with electronic, avant garde, bluegrass, and jazz musicians.
He is a frequent performer of new music and has premiered works for solo double bass by contemporary composers including Sean Hayward and Chuck Gloria. His own music explores his influences of folk and the blues and has included collaborations with electronic, avant garde, bluegrass, and jazz musicians.
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Charlie C.
Newhall, CA 91321
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About Zephyr A.
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Experienced upright/electric bassist playing for ~15 years and teaching for 5 years. My lessons involve a layered approach to music which integrates performance and theory into one, thus allowing for the development of a strong foundation in both. I have experience with many genres of music, including Funk, NeoSoul, Afrobeat, R&B, HipHop, Rock, Folk, Classical, Jazz (swing, bebop, hardbop, avant garde, fusion), Latin/Brazilian (salsa, merengue, bossa nova, samba). Looking forward to meeting you!
About Zephyr
Hello! My name is Zephyr, and I am an upright and electric bassist currently residing in Los Angeles. As an educator, It is my goal to give students a strong foundation in technique, music fundamentals and theory. Most importantly, I strive to teach students in an engaging manner that allows them to explore their own creative voice within music. I look forward to working with you!
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All in all, great experiences over the last 5+ years and I'll definitely be working with him while I'm in California.
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Zephyr A.
Glendale, CA 91203
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$50
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About Kellen H.
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I have studied upright bass for 20 years. I am classically trained and studied under Barry Lieberman, former assistant principal of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. I went on to study jazz at the prestigious William Paterson University. I then spent the next 13 years gigging and teaching in a variety of situations in New York City and now Los Angeles. I have played a full spectrum of music on the upright and love to impart that knowledge to my students!
About Kellen
I believe this is a great time to be a musician. I have come of age as a musician in a time when music making and the music industry have shifted dramatically. There are many positives in this shift, with new oppurtinites opening up for musicians. I also see these changes not being addressed in music education. There are many things I wish I would've been taught when I was younger that would have accelerated my growth, and I love using that knowledge to accelerate my student's growth. I teach tonal harmony (as you'd learn in music school), focus on groove and rhythm (which is commonly neglected in music school), and an awareness of new technology (which was ignored when I was in music school). I believe because no matter which direction you are coming from, you will come to this intersection making music in this era.
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Kellen H.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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About Griffin H.
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A fascinating approach through basic technique to learn simultaneous dexterity in both hands while applying theory in an easy and fun way. We will Incorporate these ideas into classic bass lines to work on performance and musicianship. In a rut?? I will help you out!
About Griffin
I have grown up with music since the day I was born. My father is a respected musician and raised me to the rhythms of R&B, Jazz, Blues, and Funk of the American 1940's-80's. I have played the bass in all its stringed forms in bands and performing groups since I was 17. I studies at the Jazz Arts Studio in Ohio from 2004-2011. Jazz, improvisation, and theory have been a continued source of practice for myself to this day and I love to pass my knowledge and learn from peers and students alike!
I have performed and/or studied with:
Jeff Berlin
Dave Carpenter
Rufus Reid
Lee Dynes
Noah Wotherspoon
John Goldsby
Hubert Sumlin
Marshall Jones
Jim Rupp
Josiah Wolfe
War
Boz Skaggs
Leon Russel
Bobby Bland
I have performed and/or studied with:
Jeff Berlin
Dave Carpenter
Rufus Reid
Lee Dynes
Noah Wotherspoon
John Goldsby
Hubert Sumlin
Marshall Jones
Jim Rupp
Josiah Wolfe
War
Boz Skaggs
Leon Russel
Bobby Bland
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Griffin H.
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About Shawn G.
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I have been performing on Upright Bass for more than three decades in both the classical and jazz realms. I have both a classical and jazz performance degree.
The foundation of my teaching is the Smandl method. I also have a large library of classical and jazz books as well as tunes I have transcribed or lesson material I have written myself.
Let me help you get started on bass or refine your skills.
About Shawn
Shawn has been teaching private lessons since 2014 and is currently available to teach lessons at your home, his home studio and online. Shawn has helped students go from no musical knowledge to giving public performances.
Shawn received his training at the UC, Irvine where he received his Bachelor of Music and Cal State, Fullerton where he is pursuing a Master’s degree in Music.
Shawn teaches and performs on guitar, and electric and upright bass. He is proficient in genres including pop, rock, jazz and classical.
As an expert in his field, Shawn looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals. Shawn’s teaching style focuses on engaging the student and making learning fun. He feels that sparking a student’s interest is key to their success. As a lifelong learner of music, he has a vast array of knowledge to draw
Shawn received his training at the UC, Irvine where he received his Bachelor of Music and Cal State, Fullerton where he is pursuing a Master’s degree in Music.
Shawn teaches and performs on guitar, and electric and upright bass. He is proficient in genres including pop, rock, jazz and classical.
As an expert in his field, Shawn looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals. Shawn’s teaching style focuses on engaging the student and making learning fun. He feels that sparking a student’s interest is key to their success. As a lifelong learner of music, he has a vast array of knowledge to draw
upon.
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Shawn G.
Orange, CA 92867
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$25
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About IGOR S.
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I have been studied under influence of Russian masters of String Bass, in tradition of great achievements of Russian Music School, also played in major Symphony Orchestras including the Russia State Symphony - Conductor Eugene Svetlanov, Prague Philharmonic Orchestra - Conductor Irgek Beloglavek, New York Philharmonic Orchestra - Conductor Kurt Masur.
I graduated from Moscow Conservatory of music, and then continue extensive studies with Principal Bass of N.Y. Philharmonic - Eugene Levinson.
About IGOR
Positions Held:
Bakersfiel Symphony present
The Marina Del Rey Symphony 2002-04
Marina Westchester Symphony 2002-04
Florida Philharmonic 1996-03
Miami Chamber Orchestra 1996-03
Prague Philharmonic 1987-89
Russian State Orchestra 1982-87
Moscow Philharmonic 1980-82
Freelance Performance and Festivals:
West Los Angeles 2002-03
Carson City 2002
Peninsula Symphony 2002-03
Coral Spring Symphony 1994-2002
Bakersfiel Symphony present
The Marina Del Rey Symphony 2002-04
Marina Westchester Symphony 2002-04
Florida Philharmonic 1996-03
Miami Chamber Orchestra 1996-03
Prague Philharmonic 1987-89
Russian State Orchestra 1982-87
Moscow Philharmonic 1980-82
Freelance Performance and Festivals:
West Los Angeles 2002-03
Carson City 2002
Peninsula Symphony 2002-03
Coral Spring Symphony 1994-2002
West Palm Beach Symphony 1994-2002
Sun Rise Symphony 1994-2002
Miami Musical Theater 1994-2002
New - York Philharmonic 1990-1994
International Youth Symphony 1987
Russian State Chamber Orchestra 1980-1987
Education: 1987 PHD: Primary Emphasis in Pedagogy/Performance Secondary Emphasis in Theory/Composition
Russian Academy of Music (Gnesin), Moscow, Russia
1982 Bachelor of Music: Emphasis in Acoustic Bass Performance
Gnesin college of Music, Moscow, Russia. .
Principal Teachers:
1978-1987 Alex Mikhno -Gnesin Conservatory of Music, Moscow, Russia
1983-1987 Vladimir Homenko - Gnesin Conservatory of Music, Moscow, Russia
References:
Judi Drucker - President of Florida Concert Association ph#: 1 877 433 3200
Alexander Milhno - professor of Gnesin Conservatory of Music ph#: 011 7 095 3303893
Teaching experience:
1987-1989 Gnesin college of Music, Music Department, Moscow, Russia
Assistant Professor of Double Bass, Head of String Orchestra
Duties included: Practical Acoustic Bass, String Methods, String Ensemble, Acoustic Bass Studies, Auditions, Recruitment, and Faculty String Ensemble
Festival Concert Series and School
Duties included: Theory Faculty and Acoustic Bass Performance
Administrative Experi
Sun Rise Symphony 1994-2002
Miami Musical Theater 1994-2002
New - York Philharmonic 1990-1994
International Youth Symphony 1987
Russian State Chamber Orchestra 1980-1987
Education: 1987 PHD: Primary Emphasis in Pedagogy/Performance Secondary Emphasis in Theory/Composition
Russian Academy of Music (Gnesin), Moscow, Russia
1982 Bachelor of Music: Emphasis in Acoustic Bass Performance
Gnesin college of Music, Moscow, Russia. .
Principal Teachers:
1978-1987 Alex Mikhno -Gnesin Conservatory of Music, Moscow, Russia
1983-1987 Vladimir Homenko - Gnesin Conservatory of Music, Moscow, Russia
References:
Judi Drucker - President of Florida Concert Association ph#: 1 877 433 3200
Alexander Milhno - professor of Gnesin Conservatory of Music ph#: 011 7 095 3303893
Teaching experience:
1987-1989 Gnesin college of Music, Music Department, Moscow, Russia
Assistant Professor of Double Bass, Head of String Orchestra
Duties included: Practical Acoustic Bass, String Methods, String Ensemble, Acoustic Bass Studies, Auditions, Recruitment, and Faculty String Ensemble
Festival Concert Series and School
Duties included: Theory Faculty and Acoustic Bass Performance
Administrative Experi
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IGOR S.
Chino, CA 91710
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$34
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Review by Dennis
"I just finished a series of online upright bass lessons with Dr. Norman. It's wonderful to have a lesson without toting the bass around town. Dr. Norman
is impressive in skill and knowledge. There was nothing musically he didn't know, couldn't explain, or demonstrate on the bass. He has a keyboard at hand to play chords or emphasize a particular key, and he is proficient on that too. Dr. Norman is A++."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Dr. Norman L.
Review by Evan
"Zephyr is a kind, patient person, and has a deep understanding of the music system. As a performer, composer, and teacher myself, I understand that these
qualities are important above all else for a teacher or player, and you won't find a better person in the LA area to help you learn how to play bass. He's a first call musician, and always one of my first choices if I need to hire somebody for a gig or to refer a student to. Electric, upright, Zephyr kills it on everything!"
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Zephyr A.
Review by Brent
"Charlie has a colossal amount of knowledge about double bass, is very patient, and is very willing and able to tailor his teaching to your needs. Just wha
t I needed."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Charlie C.
Review by John
"Great first lesson! Thanks Charlie."
Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Charlie C.
Review by Christine
"Dr. Norman L. teaches via skype, he is in LA and my son is on the east coast. I choose Norman as a teacher for my son due to his experience and credential
s. He is both an educator and a musician. Norman received 5 stars due to his personality, knowledge and teaching methods. My son enjoys his lesson because the teacher adapts his teaching style to accommodate my son's current string bass skill level, playing ability and his learning style. Alex recommends Dr. Norman L. for a teacher for any string bass player."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Dr. Norman L.
Review by Tomas
"Tomas loved his first lesson with Dr. Norman. Dr. Norman provides a structured environment, something Tomas needs to thrive."
Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Dr. Norman L.
Review by Al
"I am not a bass player, but I am composing for the double bass. And so Dr. Norman's expertise in both the bass and composition makes him uniquely qualifie
d for my purposes. He certainly knows both musical endeavors extremely well. I am particularly pleased with his enthusiasm and interest, and his willingness to follow the lesson with additional resources he sends me. In addition, he is a good guy and easy to make friends with."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Dr. Norman L.
Review by Carol
"Patient, kind, interested and full of good ideas, Zephyr always finds the right way to work with a student. He has a wealth of experience and knows how t
o get past the roadblocks."
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Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Zephyr A.
Review by Lauren
"He has a lot of knowledge, and have passion for music. He is very nice and fun to talk. He speaks Japanese pretty well."
Los Angeles, CA teacher:
Shawn G.
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