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Music Theory with Nick R.

Santa Monica, California

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 9+
Speaks English, French, Italian
Teaching since 2010
Bachelor of Music
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Advanced Techniques in Music Theory: Counterpoint, Harmonic Analysis, Composition and Progressions

As a teenager, I learned to play figured bass on a harpsichord in baroque ensembles for many years. My knowledge is classically informed and branches out into every modern style. Harmony and music theory should be fun and enlightening at every level. It opens the doors to what are sometimes mysteries to our ears. It has enabled me to enjoy being able to play any piece I like by ear after only one or two listens. Understanding how music really works is very satisfying and I very much enjoy sharing that knowledge with my students and watching them become proficient in each discipline

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Teaching Hours

Monday
9:30 AM-8 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM-10:30 AM
11 AM-12:30 PM
2:30 PM-5 PM
5:30 PM-8 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM-8 PM
8:45 PM-9:15 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM-12:30 PM
2:30 PM-8 PM
Friday
9:30 AM-4:30 PM
Sunday
10 AM-1 PM
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Pricing
45 minutes
$80
60 minutes
$100

About Nick R.

5.0
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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

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Experience

Music Teacher

Jan, 2010 - Present

Andrew R

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

Education

Supplementary Education

Sep, 1991

Royal Academy of Music

Bachelor of Music

Sep, 1997

Trinity College of Music

Certifications

Grade 8 Music Theory

Mar, 1994

ABRSM

Grade 8 Singing

Mar, 1996

ABRSM

Grade 8 Violin

Mar, 1995

ABRSM

Affiliations

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

Jun, 2007

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

Languages

Italian

Limited Proficiency

English

Native Proficiency

French

Professional Proficiency

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