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Music Theory with Shawn G.

Orange, California

5.0
(5)
Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Speaks English, Japanese
Teaching since 2014
Master of Music

    About Shawn G.

    5.0
    (5)
    Shawn has been teaching private lessons since 2014 and is currently available to teach lessons online. Shawn has helped students go from no musical knowledge to giving public performances. Shawn received his training at the UC, Irvine where he received his Bachelor of Music and Cal State, Fullerton where he received a Master’s Degree in Music Performance. Shawn has released three self-produced, original jazz albums. Shawn teaches and performs on electric and upright bass. He is proficient in genres including pop, rock, jazz and classical. As an expert in his field, Shawn looks forward to helping new students achieve their goals. Shawn’s teaching style focuses on engaging the student and making learning fun. He feels that sparking a student’s interest is key to their success. As a lifelong learner of music, he has a vast array of knowledge to draw upon.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    4 PM-5 PM
    6:30 PM-7:15 PM
    Tuesday
    4 PM-5 PM
    Wednesday
    5 PM-10 PM
    Thursday
    4 PM-5 PM
    Friday
    5 PM-10 PM
    Saturday
    6 PM-10 PM
    Sunday
    6 PM-7 PM
    8 PM-10 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $20
    45 minutes
    $25
    60 minutes
    $30
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    5.0
    5 Reviews
    Paul
    Online
    Great first lesson! Got me going and feeling comfortable. He has vast experience, and comfortable teaching style, but keeps me moving forward. Very Happy!
    Posted Aug 6, 2020
    Todd
    Student's home
    Shawn is very well informed on music theory. I have had discussions with him on numerous occasions, quite enlightening.
    Posted Jun 2, 2017
    Adolfo
    Teacher's studio
    He is a very patient teacher and really goes the extra mile when it comes to explaining things I'm having trouble with.
    Posted Jun 2, 2017
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    Experience

    Music Instructor

    Jan, 2014 - Dec, 2015

    California Music Studios

    Taught guitar, bass and piano.

    Education

    Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

    Aug, 1982 - Dec, 1987

    University of Colorado - Boulder

    Master of Music

    Jul, 2014 - May, 2018

    California State University - Fullerton

    Bachelor of Music

    Aug, 2012 - May, 2014

    University of California - Irvine

    Associate of Arts - Music

    Aug, 2008 - May, 2012

    Santa Ana College

    Certifications

    Japanese Language Proficiency Test - Level 3

    Dec, 2006

    Japan Foundation

    Japanese Language Proficiency Test - Level 2

    Dec, 2008

    Japan Foundation

    Languages

    Japanese

    Professional Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Private Lessons

    • 1:1 lessons with a trusted instructor
    • 300+ subjects to choose from
    • Meet online or in person
    • Free on-demand videos and articles

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