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Review by Zach
"I have seen Matt develop as a guitar player for many years. I have seen him play in a variety of settings: classical and rock. We grew up playing together
. I played bass.
But, when I decided to pick up the guitar over the last couple of years, I turned to Matt. He always gives me sound advice, techniques, and insight on how to be a better musician. He has provided tabs when I could not figure out a certain part of a song on my own. Moreover, I have watched his videos to learn songs.
He is a great teacher with sound theory! He loves music, and it shows...
..you want a top-notch teacher, Matt Brown is your man!"
But, when I decided to pick up the guitar over the last couple of years, I turned to Matt. He always gives me sound advice, techniques, and insight on how to be a better musician. He has provided tabs when I could not figure out a certain part of a song on my own. Moreover, I have watched his videos to learn songs.
He is a great teacher with sound theory! He loves music, and it shows...
..you want a top-notch teacher, Matt Brown is your man!"
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Matt B.
Review by Jeff
"Professional and super friendly."
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Aleksandar D.
Review by Matt
"Has an absolute grasp of her topic. Was professional and kind."
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Review by Makayla
"First lesson, so far so good!"
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Britta Y.
Review by Melissa
"Awesome teacher
I'm a violinist and teacher myself; Cecilia has helped me a lot with my playing and teaching skills, improving my technique and showing m
I'm a violinist and teacher myself; Cecilia has helped me a lot with my playing and teaching skills, improving my technique and showing m
e new tricks. She has a natural flair to help you have fun with what you're doing, and classes are even better with her. She keeps you motivated and knows how to keep a clear view of the objective you want to reach, and how to reach them with clear and simple concepts. Ceciliaâs helped me a lot with my posture and playing tension free, which has improved immensely the sound of my music. You shouldnât miss out on this opportunity of having classes with her. Strongly recommended."
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Chicago, IL teacher:
Cecilia P.
Review by Julie
"My story is that I am 50 something, and have been singing for 35 years. I am a musician, but never formally studied voice. I have lost a tremendous amou
nt of range.. lack of use, age, etc. So, I wanted to find a teacher who could help me rehabilitate my voice. I was so lucky to just stumble upon Robert and his wife Michelle. I have been taking lessons weekly for 2 months- and I cannot believe the difference. They detected right away bad habits.. in almost every aspect of singing.. neck and throat tension, breathing.. everything. They are helping me undo bad habits, and my sound has greatly improved. Robert and Michelle have extraordinary ways of explaining stuff. If I don't get it.. they find another way to explain it, or demonstrate it. Their voices are simply amazing- I love my lessons, we have fun, they are so encouraging and complimentary- even when I don't think I am progressing as quickly as I should. I have no lofty goals for my singing- I just want to sound good, and maybe sing in a community chorus one day. As accomplished as they are, it is really great that they like to share their talents and skills to help others. Thanks!"
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Chicago, IL teacher:
Robert T.
Review by Carmen
"I'm a vocalist and lyricist and until I took some top line writing lessons with Nick I was struggling. He has a way of making things sound so simple and i
s beyond talented....brilliant!"
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Chicago, IL teacher:
Nick G.
Review by Kiara
"I had other teachers and my progress was very slow. When I meet and started my lessons with Mr. Paul, I excelled. He made learning easy and I was given
a solo a little after I began lessons with him. He is awesome."
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Chicago, IL teacher:
Paul M.
Review by Greg
"Great instructor. Got me too understand pacing, breathing and projection very quickly."
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Amanda N.
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About Arnell
I've always loved to sing from my earliest remembrance along with a love for the piano and a desire to play. I attended Academy of Our Lady - High School where I took four years of piano as well as vocal instruction. I performed with a group called The Madrigals as a 'high soprano' during those years. I further attended Wheaton College, attained a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in music. I was educated musically through Wheaton's Conservatory of Music. I studied piano, voice, theory, music history, music appreciation,and sight singing to name a few. I auditioned, performed, and traveled with the Women's Glee Club.
Since then, I served as the worship leader in church setting. I was responsible for music selection, accompaniment, and vocal coaching for our worship team. I've also worked as a facilitator in an after school program.
Since then, I served as the worship leader in church setting. I was responsible for music selection, accompaniment, and vocal coaching for our worship team. I've also worked as a facilitator in an after school program.
There, I worked with students on an individual as well as group basis. I led a youth choir that traveled and performed for local nursing home residents. I also taught music appreciation and a fitness/movement class incorporating various genres of music.
Throughout the years I've had may opportunities to work with students one-on-one in piano and vocal instruction and performance. Overall, I am very passionate about music. Whether its listening, singing, playing or helping someone develop or grow in their talent, I simply love it!
Now, I'd be honored to work with you. I am comfortable working with beginners to intermediate in both piano and voice, ages 5 and up. As partners, this is a dual effort. I will do my best to find and utilize the most effective ways/methods to coach and assist you in reaching your piano or vocal goals. I will expect you to give your best effort consistently to get there one step at a time.
*** Lesson Details ***
When it comes to lessons, I am a pleasant, approachable person. I enjoy laughter and believe it is a healthy response even when things are difficult.
In piano, I can help you learn the basics of playing such as note recognition, scales, chord formation, ear development and form a foundation that you can build upon progressively. In voice, I can help you develop good breathing, posture, tone, diction and expression. I am excited to work with whatever singing style that interests you most. Opera is my only exception at this point.
I offer training in classical music to use as a foundation for any other genre of music that interests you.
In general, I prefer to use well-balanced methods that incorporate theory along with the mechanics of learning. I believe in using tools, games,or aids that make learning fun, especially for the young beginner. The method used will depend upon the goals and needs of the student.
*** Studio Equipment ***
The In-Studio lessons are taught in the living room with a piano and seating. No pets. Parking in driveway or on street.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I do not travel with any equipment - except books/curriculum as needed.
I expect my student to provide a lesson notebook, and equipment, piano, microphone, amplifier as required.
*** Specialties ***
Genres - Classical, Contemporary Christian
Throughout the years I've had may opportunities to work with students one-on-one in piano and vocal instruction and performance. Overall, I am very passionate about music. Whether its listening, singing, playing or helping someone develop or grow in their talent, I simply love it!
Now, I'd be honored to work with you. I am comfortable working with beginners to intermediate in both piano and voice, ages 5 and up. As partners, this is a dual effort. I will do my best to find and utilize the most effective ways/methods to coach and assist you in reaching your piano or vocal goals. I will expect you to give your best effort consistently to get there one step at a time.
*** Lesson Details ***
When it comes to lessons, I am a pleasant, approachable person. I enjoy laughter and believe it is a healthy response even when things are difficult.
In piano, I can help you learn the basics of playing such as note recognition, scales, chord formation, ear development and form a foundation that you can build upon progressively. In voice, I can help you develop good breathing, posture, tone, diction and expression. I am excited to work with whatever singing style that interests you most. Opera is my only exception at this point.
I offer training in classical music to use as a foundation for any other genre of music that interests you.
In general, I prefer to use well-balanced methods that incorporate theory along with the mechanics of learning. I believe in using tools, games,or aids that make learning fun, especially for the young beginner. The method used will depend upon the goals and needs of the student.
*** Studio Equipment ***
The In-Studio lessons are taught in the living room with a piano and seating. No pets. Parking in driveway or on street.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I do not travel with any equipment - except books/curriculum as needed.
I expect my student to provide a lesson notebook, and equipment, piano, microphone, amplifier as required.
*** Specialties ***
Genres - Classical, Contemporary Christian
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Reviews
· Piano · In home
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Mrs. Arnell Is a terrific teacher.....singing and piano.
· Piano ·
Arnell is a brilliant instructor.she is motivating, exciting, fun,. creative and very informative.she is a miracle worker. Arnell has done wonders with our 3 children.before they started the piano and singing classes with Arnell, my husband and I realized that it would be very difficult and very challenging for our 8 year old son to learn the piano, seeing that he was diagnosed with a learning disability. to our amazement we were very pleased to see our child, our children reading musical notes and playing the piano fluently in such a very short time,it brought tears to our eyes. Yes my family is very blessed to have Arnell as a piano and singing instructor.
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Arnell B.
Park Forest, IL 60466
starting at
$28
/ 30-min
About Kate P.
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About Kate
Growing up, I participated in every musical activity I could find: from choir to handbells, concert bands to jazz bands, and marching bands to rock bands. I love many genres of music, but I decided to focus on classical clarinet performance in college. I graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2007 with a B.M. in Clarinet Performance. I also continued studying bass guitar and piano at UIUC.
While still in high school, I began teaching private clarinet lessons to younger students. Teaching helped me become a better player and leader. In college, I ran woodwind sectionals at an Urbana middle school. In 2007, I started teaching general music, piano, and violin in Chicago Public Schools.
I appreciate the freedom private lessons offer me to tailor each lesson to the individual student. There are many ways of learn
While still in high school, I began teaching private clarinet lessons to younger students. Teaching helped me become a better player and leader. In college, I ran woodwind sectionals at an Urbana middle school. In 2007, I started teaching general music, piano, and violin in Chicago Public Schools.
I appreciate the freedom private lessons offer me to tailor each lesson to the individual student. There are many ways of learn
ing, and at least as many ways of teaching. My goal as a teacher is to pass on lessons of patience, creativity, appreciation, confidence and dedication to my students. I hope my students will apply these lessons to their musical studies and throughout all areas of their lives.
Music has been an incredibly powerful force in my life, and it is my passion to share that power through instruction and performance.
***Lesson Details ***
I want my students to leave their lessons with skills and confidence that will help them in all areas of life. It is important to me that I give my students the ability to keep learning outside of our lessons. I believe that music is an art form that can be enjoyed by all!
Working with beginners is my specialty. I understand that each student learns differently, and finding the right method for my students is very important to me. The fundamentals learned in the first year of piano benefit any new musician, and can be applied to other instrumental studies.
Piano and clarinet lessons begin with an assessment of ability and setting of goals. I like to use the Faber and Faber piano series with most of my piano students. All lessons are a combination of theory, instrumental/performance technique, and ear training.
Music has been an incredibly powerful force in my life, and it is my passion to share that power through instruction and performance.
***Lesson Details ***
I want my students to leave their lessons with skills and confidence that will help them in all areas of life. It is important to me that I give my students the ability to keep learning outside of our lessons. I believe that music is an art form that can be enjoyed by all!
Working with beginners is my specialty. I understand that each student learns differently, and finding the right method for my students is very important to me. The fundamentals learned in the first year of piano benefit any new musician, and can be applied to other instrumental studies.
Piano and clarinet lessons begin with an assessment of ability and setting of goals. I like to use the Faber and Faber piano series with most of my piano students. All lessons are a combination of theory, instrumental/performance technique, and ear training.
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· Piano · In home
· Piano ·
I have always wanted to learn how to play the piano and rad music. Kate is a lovely teacher. She is patient, knowledgeable and a great teacher. Each lesson is challenging but very rewarding. I am so pleased with how much I have learned in such a short time. She is such a joy!
· Piano ·
Katie has been great. She has been teaching my daughter for several months.
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Kate P.
Chicago, IL 60628
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$40
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Michael H.
Park Ridge, IL 60068
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
About David E.
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About David
I have enjoyed singing from a very young age. I went on to major in Vocal Performance in a Conservatory in New York and have performed as a vocal soloist in opera, musical theater, oratorio, and many choirs and ensembles.
I had an early desire to teach others and have been doing so since 1985. Having performed in many musical venues, I naturally wanted to share what I have learned with others aspiring to perform.
I had an early desire to teach others and have been doing so since 1985. Having performed in many musical venues, I naturally wanted to share what I have learned with others aspiring to perform.
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· Singing · In studio
· Vocal Training · In studio
· Singing · Online
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David E.
Orland Park, IL 60462
starting at
$25
/ 30-min
About Nick G.
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Learn how to compose, produce and engineer successful music from a working multi-platinum selling composer and music producer! Nick will take you step by step, in his own studio, through the process of creating your own successful track. Classically trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music Nick will teach you all the basic essentials that drive hit music making your music sound like a pro! Nick G., also known as world music artist Nicholas G., is a music producer and artist who has written, self-produced and engineered over 250 songs and 17 albums selling millions worldwide achieving 55 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Charts. His warm and nurturing approach towards students as well as his ability to explain techniques in a simple and accessible manner make him an exceptional teacher. His songwriting, engineering, and productio
n skills are unparalleled amongst his peers and he is a proven / verifiable figure in the world of music on an international and highly respected level.
His music has been licensed and used by numerous companies such as Discovery Channel, Wynn Resorts, Universal, Sea World, Chrysler, Mercedes-Benz, Bose Audio to name a few.
He currently produces for multiple Billboard charting dance and pop acts who have received multiple iTunes top 100 dance and Billboard charting singles. TakeLesson's recently published this article by Nick titled "15 Things You Must Do to Make it in the Music Industry": http://bit.ly/1LNR0J4
Nick is a long time voting member of NARAS, The Grammy’s, and is currently active within the Chicago Chapter.
In Nick's lessons you will learn:
– Techniques used in creating exceptional productions and mixes
– Introduction to DAW's (Digital Audio Workstations)
– Laying the foundation for a successful song within a DAW
– Song construction, top line melody, and lyric writing
– Working with vocals and vocalists
– Recording all the elements, making the right choices
– Mixing, effect processing, and learning objectivity
– Mastering and finalizing your project
– Exposure, getting your track heard. The do’s and don'ts of the music industry
– Follow up. Keep producing and creating from what you have learned. I can be a valuable team member for you and add you to my business network.
His music has been licensed and used by numerous companies such as Discovery Channel, Wynn Resorts, Universal, Sea World, Chrysler, Mercedes-Benz, Bose Audio to name a few.
He currently produces for multiple Billboard charting dance and pop acts who have received multiple iTunes top 100 dance and Billboard charting singles. TakeLesson's recently published this article by Nick titled "15 Things You Must Do to Make it in the Music Industry": http://bit.ly/1LNR0J4
Nick is a long time voting member of NARAS, The Grammy’s, and is currently active within the Chicago Chapter.
In Nick's lessons you will learn:
– Techniques used in creating exceptional productions and mixes
– Introduction to DAW's (Digital Audio Workstations)
– Laying the foundation for a successful song within a DAW
– Song construction, top line melody, and lyric writing
– Working with vocals and vocalists
– Recording all the elements, making the right choices
– Mixing, effect processing, and learning objectivity
– Mastering and finalizing your project
– Exposure, getting your track heard. The do’s and don'ts of the music industry
– Follow up. Keep producing and creating from what you have learned. I can be a valuable team member for you and add you to my business network.
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· Composition · In studio
· Songwriting · In studio
· Audio Engineering · In studio
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Nick G.
Chicago, IL 60608
starting at
$35
/ 30-min
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About Sage E.
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About Sage
As a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Berklee College of Music, I attended the most prestigious contemporary music school in the world. I was exposed to so many amazing styles of music and rubbed shoulders with the most incredible musicians you can imagine (and performed alongside them)! I have taken my experiences and knowledge from Berklee and infused it into my teaching style. I do use Suzuki method because I believe it is an excellent foundation to work upon, but I also think that jazz and contemporary studies are a great way to expand one's horizon and learn about music in an entirely new and fun way!
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· Violin · In studio
I would recommend her.
· Violin · In studio
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Sage E.
Fox River Grove, IL 60021
starting at
$40
/ 30-min
About Coren W.
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I have been playing guitar since I was a kid and love to teach. I want my students to have the best learning experience possible and so I take an approach where I teach the student what they want to learn. I try to personalize what I teach to fit each student based on their individual needs. I want to build the student's skills to achieve their goals in their own way.
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Coren W.
Evanston, IL 60208
starting at
$25
/ 30-min
About Oliver H.
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About Oliver
I specialize in rhythm, attitude, and energy because I feel they are the most important elements that one needs to become a musician. Work ethic is also very close to my heart because by working consistently you gradually become a better musician and a better human--building good practice habits are critical to any musician. A passion for music gets me out of bed in the morning and also keeps me learning.
I got my degree in bass and vocal performance at Knox College. I continue to learn how to better my lessons, my life and my knowledge of music. I taught upright bass, electric bass, guitar, and rock bands at Flatts & Sharpes Music Company for two years. I currently teach upright, electric bass, guitar and rock bands at Rock House in Wilmette.
I am co-manager, upright bass player, and singer for an ambient-folk band, Sedgewick, based
I got my degree in bass and vocal performance at Knox College. I continue to learn how to better my lessons, my life and my knowledge of music. I taught upright bass, electric bass, guitar, and rock bands at Flatts & Sharpes Music Company for two years. I currently teach upright, electric bass, guitar and rock bands at Rock House in Wilmette.
I am co-manager, upright bass player, and singer for an ambient-folk band, Sedgewick, based
in Chicago. I play upright bass in the Frank Catalano and Jimmy Chamberlin super group, 9 Worlds Ensemble, and Bowmanville.
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· Guitar · In studio
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· Bass Guitar · In studio
She loves his teaching style - he is very encouraging, and positive.
Can't recommend highly enough.
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Oliver H.
Chicago, IL 60647
starting at
$34
/ 30-min
About Manuel R.
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About Manuel
I am a guitar player who was born and raised in Barquisimeto, Venezuela. Currently I am living in Chicago, Illinois. I am studying under renowned musician teacher such as Franco Nasi (Valencia, Venezuela), Steve Khan (New York, USA), Henry Johnson (Chicago, USA).
My father who is a bass player introduced me to music world at a very young age and my first professional gig was at age 12 in Venezuela.
Since then I have worked and toured in concert as well as gigs, recording sessions and master classes with diverse artists. I have been involved in several projects with renowned artists such as Francisco Quintero (With a whole album as a duo "Duet'), Santiago Bosch, Fernando Freitez, Gustavo Caruci, Victor Mestas, Pablo Gil, Andres Briceno, Benito Gonzalez, Olegario Diaz, Carlos 'nene' Quintero, Scott Mason, Paul Wertico, Roger Harris among
My father who is a bass player introduced me to music world at a very young age and my first professional gig was at age 12 in Venezuela.
Since then I have worked and toured in concert as well as gigs, recording sessions and master classes with diverse artists. I have been involved in several projects with renowned artists such as Francisco Quintero (With a whole album as a duo "Duet'), Santiago Bosch, Fernando Freitez, Gustavo Caruci, Victor Mestas, Pablo Gil, Andres Briceno, Benito Gonzalez, Olegario Diaz, Carlos 'nene' Quintero, Scott Mason, Paul Wertico, Roger Harris among
others.
Some of the musical styles I regular teach: Jazz, Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, Soul, Fusion, Salsa, Merengue, Latin music.
I feel comfortable speaking English and Spanish, my classes could be in either of both languages.
Some of the musical styles I regular teach: Jazz, Rock, Blues, Funk, R&B, Soul, Fusion, Salsa, Merengue, Latin music.
I feel comfortable speaking English and Spanish, my classes could be in either of both languages.
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Manuel R.
Chicago, IL 60660
starting at
$34
/ 30-min
About Claire C.
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About Claire
My name is Claire Corriveau and I have been making a living as a touring/gigging musician for the last eight years. I studied music performance and production at Columbia College Chicago. I have played in a variety of styles, both solo and as part of a band. I currently tour with my band, The Lucky Dutch on keys and vocals. My students start their journey learning music of their choice, sparking interest and enthusiasm from the very first lesson. My motto is "Relentless Positivity" and it shows in my lessons. There is never a consequence for a wrong answer or misplaced note and the worst thing that can happen is we play it again. We will work together to navigate this inspiring and often humbling path.
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· Piano · In home
· Classical Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
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Claire C.
Chicago, IL 60622
starting at
$50
/ 30-min
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