Music Lessons in Chatsworth, CA

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Euphonium Tuba

I discovered at a young age a passionate love for music and music making and have had a joy and blessing to be able to share that love with audiences and students alike. I graduatedCum Laude from Northern Illinois University in 2009 with two degrees in trombone performance and music education. Performing with a variety of world-class musicians has been a privilege and a joy that I try to share with my students. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Cello Viola

 I've been actively teaching for nearly 35 years. Teaching children as well as adults. I graduated from Drake University in 1989 with a Bachelor of Music Education. While in college I played professionally in the Des Moines Symphony and was the winner of the Young Artist Contest which afforded me the privilege of featured soloist with the Drake Symphony Orchestra. I've travelled Europe performing in America's Youth in Concert and have played at Carnegie Hall, Notre Dame. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Music

For students who are just starting out and happen to be children, I typically employ a teaching approach that begins with the acclaimed Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. This comprehensive method lays a solid foundation by covering the essential musical fundamentals. Once a young student has gained a firm grasp of these basics, it's an exciting juncture where I can start introducing them to a repertoire that's tailored to their level of advancement, all in preparation for their very first recital. Read More

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I have taught students of all ages for the past 25 years. I have a very positive and patient approach developing a specialized lesson plan to meet each students needs. I use software to create musical arrangements if there are no available suitable publishing or if a student would like to work on a piece of obscure not published music. I draw upon experience from performing live throughout my life as well many times incorporating ideas such as how would a rock band perform a given musical work as one example. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I started teaching since my early teenage years. after gaining good knowledge during the first years of my early studies, I started helping my conservatory instructor with teaching the younger kids of my class. Thus, my teaching experience gradually developed and I started teaching at a couple local music schools. eventually I came to realize that teaching and transferring my knowledge to others is something I really enjoy and love. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trombone Synthesizer Keyboard

I'm an instrumentalist, producer, and artist who is infatuated with the concept of music. I find great joy in sharing with other's eager to learn about the art form. Primarily I have been a trombonist since a young age, but I also have a reputable amount of knowledge in piano. I have been lucky enough to play in many different musical settings from orchestra halls to jazz clubs across the world. Read More

Instruments: Drums

Nice, friendly and patient. The most important part of the lesson is the state of mind. For anyone, going to a lesson should be an event to look forward to, nothing else. So, I try to make the drummer in everyone "go to work", even though I take the easy approach. And I love it when the students feel like they get it. Read More