Music Lessons in Encino, CA

Instruments: Piano

From there, I can create a lesson plan that is personalized to their interests and skill level. I believe that every student has their own way of learning and playing the piano. This is why I strive to understand their goals, whether it be playing their favorite song or learning a particular style of music. By understanding what they want to achieve, I can create a lesson plan that is specific to their goals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Drums

My teaching method is relatively simple, but is somewhat backwards from how most people teach music. I start with teaching the student a song, at his/her level, by listening to the record and by my example. After that I like to go back and give written out exercises and notes on what we did in the song. Often times a student will get a technical exercises and begin to get frustrated with it because they can't see why they're learning it. Read More

Instruments: Guitar

I'm 21 years old from Mexico City. I’m a touring and session musician, guitarist, songwriter, arranger and composer. I graduated from Musicians Institute on Music and Guitar Performance, awarded the Synester Gates Scholarship. Having the opportunity to play with the masters such as Steve Vai and led a solo with his band, Paul Reed Smith, Scott Page (Pink Floyd), Carlos Alomar (David Bowie), among others, taught me things for the real life as a musician. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice

First and foremost we will have a great time, and you will learn a ton. If you choose to only practice while we are in our lessons, you will get a little better. If apply the techniques and ideas we come up with during our lesson during the week, and practice everyday, you will improve in ways you never thought possible. If you are coming for voice you will learn to extend your range, intonation, pitch, as well as ways to connect with your audience. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion

Ultimately my goal is for my students to develop a love and lifestyle that is grounded in music. With that in mind, each student determines their own progress by how much time and effort they put into what they learn. I set goals that encourage students to reach their full potential if they put forth the effort. Students should be acknowledged when they accomplish something, and they should also be told when they need to improve. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin Music

I graduated from the renowned Istanbul Technical University Turkish Music Conservatory Performing Arts Bachelor Program in Istanbul/Turkey. After my graduation, I studied Sound Design at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. I have worked on projects, from performances studio recording sessions to podcasting, and sound for films. I'm also a co-founding member of the EVA String Quartet, a female string quartet that performs both classical and Turkish music arrangements. 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