Bass Lessons in Vista Del Mar, CA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Double Bass Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard Djembe

My teaching experience goes back to middle school. I didn't get paid for it but I would teach the drummers their part the ensembles and performances in the orchestra and jazz band. That way the teacher could focus on instructing the other students the different instruments. I started booking regular paid gigs after college. I would perform shows and people would ask for lessons after the gig, networking is a big part of the professional side of playing music I encourage listening to all styles of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am a versatile multi-instrumentalist instructor who enjoys teaching students of all ages. I possess a Master of Fine Arts (Performer-Composer) from California Institute of the Arts, a Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies) from Vancouver Island University, and I even have my Apple Certified Macintosh Technician credential from v2 Consulting. I have won awards for my music and was voted Third Place in the Composers Today State Contest for my compositions via the Music Teachers' Association of California. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I began playing drums at the age of 12 when I joined my middle school marching band. By the time I was in high school, my passion for music making and involvment with various performing groups had completely consumed me. I decided to further my musical endeavors by studying jazz performance at two different music schools. I have obtained a bachelors degree from Florida State University (2012) and a masters degree for the California Institute of the Arts (2014). Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I teach students of all ages and abilities from complete beginner to intermediate and advanced players. I have an easy-going, relaxed personality and I strive to create a fun and welcoming environment in lessons, while simultaneously encouraging my students to work hard and take their musical goals seriously. My aim in every lesson is to balance music theory and technical exercises with fun, hands-on guitar playing and performance. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Music

When teaching my students, my lessons are relaxed and informal, with a focus on building basic knowledge that will be applicable throughout the musical journey- however, I also pride myself in helping my students enjoy music as well, and have the capabilities to record their playing. This not only builds confidence but is an invaluable source of feedback that I find is often overlooked. As early as possible, I try to have my students play along to either a cover song or play along with me, in order to develop skills on the instrument that are practical, meaningful, and fun. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar

I'm an enthusiastic and patient teacher who focuses on the student's need. No two lessons are ever the same. In our first lesson we will talk about where you are at and see where you want to get with your instrument. No matter what level you are on, or how serious you want to take it, we can craft a lesson plan that is perfect for you. I like to emphasize musicality over technicality, and we learn these things through examining the songs we love the most. Read More