Music Lessons in Fountain Valley, CA

Instruments: Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My methods are to introduce an easy-to-understand base in music theory and applied music by explaining it based on how the music makes us feel. For beginners who are children, I begin with the essential topics such as how to hold the instrument and how to play simple scales and exercises. Once they are ready, we can begin introducing simple songs and chords that teach the fundamentals in a fun and engaging way. Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

As a music instructor, it is important for me to create a safe learning space for the students, where they are not afraid to fail. Understand that it is okay to make mistakes and trying our best is the most important attitude towards success. For this, it is viral to always set realistic goals based on skills, timeframe and level of motivation to pave the road for success. As a flute player, I understand the challenges that comes with learning the instrument. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Electric Guitar Djembe Acoustic Guitar

Every person is different as every student is different, so I make a point to cater to the individual and not get locked into an umbrella method of teaching. I make myself available to each student to ask questions and get the most information out of whatever subject we might be discussing/learning. I make sure that each students needs get met by determining on day 1 of lessons what they want to get out of music and the instrument they are learning. Read More

Instruments: Piano Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard

In my teaching I aim to first assess where the student's skill level currently stands. I focus on being able to continuously develop a student's ear, theory knowledge, techique, and sight-reading. While working in these areas, I like to connect with the student on their individual goals and what they want to work on in their lessons. My teachers from over the years would also assign me songs that I wasn't a fan of at first, but I soon learned to love from working on them. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Trumpet Synthesizer Keyboard

I'm a motivated music teacher who loves teaching and working with students who have a desire to learn more about the piano and teach vocal technique. In 2005, I earned my music degree from Cal State Los Angeles University,California. I had a opportunity to study under the great Gerald Wiggins,the renowned jazz pianist, in the Santa Monica College Music Mentor Program.                    Read More

Instruments: Drums Latin Percussion Djembe

I am a positive and patient instructor who LOVES teaching others about the exciting world of drums and percussion! I am originally from Michigan but have been living in Southern California for the past 10 years. I moved to California to pursue music and continue teaching. On top of teaching, I am a semi professional musician. I currently work with 3 projects. One of which has released their 3rd studio album and recently went on a tour of Europe. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Voice Ukulele Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For the beginner we start of with fundamental chord and note structure but I feel it is important to progress into applying these fundamentals to actually playing music as quickly as possible. Over the first few lessons I will learn what types of music the student is most interested in and will blend the lessons to include both what the student wants to learn with what the student needs to learn to become well rounded guitar player and musician. Read More