Music Lessons in Aliso Viejo, CA

Instruments: Voice Cello Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion

From a family of musicians, I started playing the cello at the age of 5. After being a cellist for the Conservatory of Quebec Orchestra in Saguenay, I switched to percussion. I recorded the Flight of the Bumble Bee for the first time at age 14 and became a symphonic percussionist later with the National Art Center Orchestra of Canada as well as for the Ottawa Symphony while playing for the Starlighters and Savoy Swing Band at the Penguin cafe in Ottawa. Read More

Instruments: Piano

As a teacher, I try to make music learning as fun and well-rounded as possible. Every student is unique, and I try my best to accommodate every individual’s needs. I encourage students to always ask questions, no matter how silly it might sound, and to trust me to help you achieve your goals. I encourage students to tell me their favorite songs and genre of music and use the knowledge to help keep them motivated, to remind them that learning is fun. Read More

Instruments: Piano Flute

My goal as a music teacher is to teach my students the value of music as an art and a discipline. I believe there needs to be a healthy balance of discipline and enjoyment during lessons. I love watching my students grow to be proactive and thoughtful in their approach to music. It is also important to acknowledge that music needs to be enjoyable, and I look for different ways to encourage personal motivation and goal setting. Read More

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion

I am comfortable with any contemporary style, and want to make sure that my students are learning how to play the music that they're most passionate about. Some of my strengths include: VERSATILITY -- from gypsy jazz to grindcore, learn the styles that YOU want to play! TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE -- Now more than ever, musicians can take advantage of technological tools to improve their practice and their playing. I am keen to pass on my familiarity with these tools to my students, especially my mastery of Polynome, a revolutionary music practice app that has transformed my own playing. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

With younger students and those new to their instrument, I start with the basics, laying out simple chords, scales, and arpeggios, showing them how they are used in their favorite songs. Once an understanding of these concepts is reached I move on to how to incorporate them in real-time, and show the student how incorporate these ideas using their own unique voice. For more advanced students, I strike a balance between practical technical knowledge of the instrument and the music theory that drives the decisions their favorite artists make. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Saxophone Bass Guitar Organ Acoustic Guitar

To be honest, I never had a formal teaching experience as a music teacher since it is more like a hobby to me. I pursued a different career but music has always been part of my life and my burning passion for it never ceased. When I was a kid, I performed couple of piano recitals, and after several years, I eventually made my mom proud by playing the piano/organ in our church. Read More

Instruments: Drums Bass Guitar Djembe

I'm a passionate and experienced musician with a love of teaching. I have been playing drums for over 15 years. My musicianship began in the 5th grade and has continued throughout my time in high school marching band at Troy High School, where I was in the drumline for all four years. I have participated in worship bands at several local churches in Orange County and Redondo Beach, and have developed my skills both as a drummer, bass player, and audio technician during my decade and a half of experience as a church drummer. Read More