Music Lessons in Diamond Bar, CA

Instruments: Flute

I started teaching in 2012, I took some time off after school and traveled to Shanghai-China. There I taught at Rubato Music, a private music studio. I gave lessons to children and adults, had my first experience introducing the instrument to novice students. I took notes from colleague and learned from more experienced teachers on ways to better explain/demonstrate lesson material. It always make me very happy each time when I see improvements in my students' playing. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

Having received my first guitar on my 18th birthday, I never looked back. My initial interest in blues and rock music moved to include jazz and I took lessons from a professional jazz guitarist near my home in Kentucky. After several years of practicing 8 hours a day, I furthered my education with an AA in guitar performance from G.I.T. in Hollywood. Having tutored fellow students and taught privately, I am experienced in teaching all skill levels and genres of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Acoustic Guitar

I've been singing my entire life (I have home videos singing Andrea Boccelli in the bathtub) and singing has been in my family for many generations. I began playing guitar and writing songs since high school, so I have four years of experience playing and singing together, writing songs, and performing them. In high school I took a few lessons in a combo class for guitar and voice, but mostly learned from YouTube! Read More

Instruments: Piano

In my piano teaching practice, I employ a diverse range of methods to ensure that students receive a comprehensive musical education. Utilizing Keith Snell's method books as a primary resource, I strive to provide a solid foundation in piano technique, repertoire, and musicianship. Additionally, I incorporate Julie McIntosh Johnson's theory method books, tailoring the materials to each student's unique skill level in order to deepen their understanding of music theory. 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 Drums Bass Guitar Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I've been teaching music in Los Angeles for 7 years! Upon arriving, I began studying guitar and everything else music at Musicians Institute in Hollywood California. It's here that I studied with a few jazz aficionados, perfected blues technique, studied chord theory and all inner workings of a song and it's structure, and more! Most importantly, I learned how to be a musician and artist. I began writing music, performing my songs and interacting with people all over the city. Read More

Instruments: Piano

I'm a thorough andconscientous instructor. I like to prepare my students well for their future musical endeavors, whether it be an audition, performance, or college coursesework. This is achieved by including technique, theory, and aristry in each lesson. I choose literature appropriate to the level of each student's advancement. I am also receptive to alternate ideas. Read More