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Nick R.
Santa Monica, California
The piano unlocks all other instruments. Since it's a 'logical' (you play higher, it sounds higher and vice versa) instrument, it provides the perfect way to start a musical education for kids and adults alike. I specialize in rock, pop, blues piano and can help any students wishing either to start out or those wishing to extend their techniques in the styles mentioned above. I've been told I have extraordinary feel and I'd like to have the opportunity to share with you how I achieve that!
About Nick R.

British born and Educated at London's prestigious Trinity College of Music and The Royal Academy of Music, my professional musical career has spanned over two decades to date. I have performed with world renowned acts such as Sia, Dave Stewart and Horace Andy, and have been a featured recording artist on many of the worlds most famous film scores while myself having authored or co-authored over 30 movie scores. A Suzuki violin student since the age of 3, I added piano, guitar, singing and composition during my teenage years. The Suzuki method encourages advanced aural development from very early on and this has turned out to be my strongest suit. With my ear, I have impressed some of the most notable orchestrators, composers, directors and producers in London, Hollywood and the world over. In fact, it was these on the spot aural magic tricks that allowed me to impress the Hollywood composer that first invited me to Los Angeles to work on my first blockbuster. That opportunity led to many years of success in the industry and some notoriety. I have always had a passion for teaching, sharing my knowledge with others and watching other people take immense pleasure in their own achievements. I have been told time and time again that I have a very special gift for teaching and I would very much like to share it with you, whether you want to learn an instrument, musicianship, ear training, composition, hone your vocal or mic skills or learn how to arrange an orchestral piece in just a few hours! I look forward to talking to you about your specific needs and goals and having the opportunity to help you realize them in a fun friendly and authentic atmosphere. Andrew

Teaches all skill levels

Teaching since 2010

Bachelor of Music

Teaches ages 9+

Speaks English, French, Italian

Has background check

Instructor details
Subject: Piano
Arrangement and Composition
Audio Engineering
Broadway Singing
Composition
Ear Training
Guitar
Logic Pro Software
Music Performance
Music Recording
Music Theory
Opera Voice
Piano
Singing
Songwriting
Vocal Training
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Teacher's Studio
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11th Street
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
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Pricing
45 minutes
$100
60 minutes
$120
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30
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Music Teacher
Jan 2010 - Present
Andrew Raiher
I teach a variety of skills to all levels and ages from both my studio in Santa Monica as well as out of student's homes
Bachelor of Music
Sep 1997
Trinity College of Music
Supplementary Education
Sep 1991
Royal Academy of Music
English
Native Proficiency
French
Professional Proficiency
Italian
Limited Proficiency
Grade 8 Singing
Mar 1996
ABRSM
Grade 8 Violin
Mar 1995
ABRSM
Grade 8 Music Theory
Mar 1994
ABRSM
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Jun 2007
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Instructor details
Subject: Piano
Arrangement and Composition
Audio Engineering
Broadway Singing
Composition
Ear Training
Guitar
Logic Pro Software
Music Performance
Music Recording
Music Theory
Opera Voice
Piano
Singing
Songwriting
Vocal Training
Teaches 10+ subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Teacher's Studio
SEE MAP
11th Street
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
Work hours
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
45 minutes
$100
60 minutes
$120
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30