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Teaches Beginner
Age: 6+
Teaching since 2020
BA in Music
Learn to play bodhrán from an experienced music educator
I offer fun and pedagogically informed bodhrán lessons. Students learn basic hand and tipper techniques, 3- and 4-patterns, stylistic expression, practice techniques, and instrument care. My lessons are a fun and safe place to learn through mistakes (unless you're not into that – scathing admonition available upon request).
I'm a predominantly self-taught bodhrán player with over 4 years of performance and trad session experience. I also bring a wealth of experience as a music pedagogue and historian. My lessons are thoughtfully planned to make learning fun and effective for each individual student. I encourage students to exchange their favorite recordings with me as a way to study the development of Irish traditional music styles over time.
Whether you're an experienced musician looking to pick up a new instrument or a complete newcomer, I'm here to help. Let’s connect!
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-11 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-11 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-5 PM
6 PM-11 PM
Thursday
7 AM-11 PM
Friday
7 AM-12:30 PM
2:30 PM-11 PM
Saturday
7 AM-11 PM
Sunday
7 AM-11 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$22
45 minutes
$30
60 minutes
$38
About Sean S.
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I’m a music educator, performer, and composer in the San Diego area. I hold a BA from Pomona College, where I majored in Music with concentrations in Musicology and Composition and minored in Physics. Born and raised in Colorado, I fondly recall screaming and crying as my loving parents dragged me to piano lessons and children's chorale. In the almost two decades since, I decided that, actually, music isn’t the worst. Today, I bring a wealth of performance experience as a vocalist in a wide array of styles, an empathetic approach to music making, and a funny mustache. I’m also experienced as both a concert and collaborative pianist.
I offer lessons to students of all ages and musical backgrounds, and take care to deeply customize each student's experience through pedagogically informed approaches. My lessons are a fun and safe place to learn through mistakes (unless you're not into that––scathing admonition available upon request). I invite students to bring in pieces of music that excite them, while contributing my own knowledge of the repertoire. I believe that healthy singing and keyboard fundamentals should be promoted and explored through a variety of musical styles.
When not giving lessons, I’m an active singer, composer, and conductor. I’m also a self-taught bodhrán (Irish drum) player. I will lie about whether I like cats or dogs better in order to please everyone. I enjoy sewing, cooking, and exploring the great outdoors.
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4 Reviews
Miriam
Online
Sean is awesome! He really breaks down the different pieces of music that all work towards becoming a better singer. I really had NO musical knowledge or ability before starting with him and now I’m feeling much more confident. I definitely have a way to go but I’m so glad to be doing it with Sean! And he makes classes fun- what could be better?
Posted Jun 24, 2023
Johanna
Student's home
Sean is the piano teacher of my 7 year old son. Every week they are meeting for a 30-minute piano lesson at our house. Sean makes piano lessons fun for children and at the same time the learning curve is very steep. Sean's communication skills are excellent and he is very well organized.
I can highly recommend Sean as a teacher and I am happy we could contract him as a piano teacher.
Posted Jun 24, 2023
Gertrude
Student's home
Sean is an excellent voice coach that will work with you in whatever genre and style you like. Sean provides clear instruction with exercises that will effectively strengthen your tone and breath support, all conducted in a friendly and professional manner. I highly suggest working with this instructor whether you are just beginning singing lessons or need continual professional support.
Posted Oct 15, 2022
Experience
Bass Section Leader
Nov, 2022 - PresentFirst United Methodist Church of San Diego
Education
BA in Music
Aug, 2017 - Dec, 2021Pomona College
Languages
German
Limited Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
Korean
Limited Proficiency
Spanish
Limited Proficiency
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
7 AM-11 PM
Tuesday
7 AM-11 PM
Wednesday
7 AM-5 PM
6 PM-11 PM
Thursday
7 AM-11 PM
Friday
7 AM-12:30 PM
2:30 PM-11 PM
Saturday
7 AM-11 PM
Sunday
7 AM-11 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$22
45 minutes
$30
60 minutes
$38
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