Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2005
Bachelor of Music - Composition
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
11 AM-8 PM
Tuesday
11 AM-8 PM
Wednesday
11 AM-8 PM
Thursday
11 AM-8 PM
Friday
11 AM-8 PM
Saturday
11 AM-8 PM
Sunday
11 AM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$75
60 minutes
$90
About Christopher C.
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NOTICE!!!
Currently accepting online students due to the COVID-19 crisis! If your finances have been affected by the current global pandemic, please reach out and we can work on finding a price that works for your budget. Everyone should have access to music lessons regardless of these kinds of events so don't be afraid to contact me and we will find a way to make it work for you or your children!!!
My name is Christopher, or Chris for short. I am a composer, arranger, pianist, vocalist, and private tutor. I have taught private lessons in classical and contemporary piano performance, vocal performance, guitar performance, music theory, and musicianship to local students for the past 10 years. I currently have nearly 40 weekly students all over Ventura County. I attended CSUN's school of music where I received my Bachelor's of Music in Music Composition. My other experience includes teaching at 2 different music studios (Perry Music Studios and Brookyln's Conservatory of Music), teaching Confirmation classes to teenagers at St. Jude's Catholic Church, and teaching English to Japanese high school students through the Rotary Youth Exchange Program.
*** Lesson Details ***
My philosophy when it comes to doing anything with music is that it should be fun! Whether you're practicing a piece, playing with a band, writing something new, or even learning music theory, music is primarily about enjoying yourself and the others around you.
The best way to ensure that you enjoy yourself is to learn what you want to learn and play what you want to play. In addition to a standard curriculum, I want you to tell me what kind of music you're interested in and what kind of pieces you want to play! Do you love classic rock? Do you love pop? Blues? Jazz? Folk tunes? Opera? Or maybe you're a fan of the classical masters? Whatever the case may be, my number one goal is to make sure you're having fun while you develop your new talents.
I'm comfortable teaching students as young as 7 years of age, although I can teach even younger if they are especially well-behaved.
*** Specialties ***
Classical, Blues, Jazz, Improv, Composition, Theory
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11 Reviews
Steve
Student's home
I have really enjoyed working with Christopher. I was a complete beginner when we first started. He made feel relaxed and comfortable with each and every lesson. Always been encouraging and supportive of my efforts. It's been a lot of fun learning early on.
Posted Dec 5, 2019
Divya Sohngen
Student's home
Chris is fantastic, first lesson with our 5 yo, showed a lot of patience!
Posted Jul 31, 2018
Ryan
Student's home
Great with kids as young as 5!
Posted Oct 18, 2017
Experience
Private Tutor
Apr, 2005 - PresentSelf-Employed
Teaching in-home lessons all over Ventura County! 1-on-1 piano, guitar, vocal, theory, ear-training, and composition lessons!
Private Tutor
Feb, 2013 - Feb, 2014Brookyln's Conservatory of Music
Private (1-on-1) piano, guitar, vocal, theory, and composition tutor.
Private Tutor
Oct, 2012 - Jun, 2013Perry Music Studios
Private (1-on-1) piano, guitar, vocal, theory, and composition tutor.
Education
Associate's Degree
Jan, 2009 - Dec, 2010Ventura College
Bachelor of Music - Composition
Jan, 2011 - Jun, 2013California State University Northrdige
Awards
Orchestral Award of Excellence
Jun, 2007Oaks Christian School
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
Christopher's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
11 AM-8 PM
Tuesday
11 AM-8 PM
Wednesday
11 AM-8 PM
Thursday
11 AM-8 PM
Friday
11 AM-8 PM
Saturday
11 AM-8 PM
Sunday
11 AM-8 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$75
60 minutes
$90
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