Music Lessons in La Canada Flintridge, CA

Instruments: Violin

My methods when it comes to the bow arm/hand come from the teachings of Galamian and DeLay. We then discuss what I'm hearing and seeing. I want to hear and see you at your best, and if I'm not hearing and/or seeing you at your best, then we need to match the two. If it's a mismatch (you sound all right, but your technique is not great), then we fix. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Lap Steel Guitar Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

When studying with me, students can expect a comfortable and fun atmosphere that promotes experimentation and positive reinforcement. Employing a curriculum that is equal parts formal technique and informal playing of the students favorite music, I make every lesson engaging and exciting. After 3 to 6 months, beginners should expect to be able to play many of their favorite songs, have a firm grasp on basic scales, chords, theory and sight reading, and can even begin writing their own songs and improvising solos! Read More

Instruments: Flute Music

I am a teacher who believes in the power of music education for all-round development and how it can positively impact lives. Teaching music has really empowered me to master my craft so that I can teach it better and I hope that through it, I can inspire my students to realize their musical potential, foster good habits such as consistency, hard work, discipline and so on. My ultimate goal as a teacher is to motivate my students to always have high standards and strive for greatness. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I like my students to tell me what they would like to get from taking lessons. I then integrate what they want to learn with what I think they should learn. While learning a song or piece of music, I teach the student pertinent music concepts and saxophone technique. I find giving students scales and exercises to learn without context is often discouraging for them because they are not sure why and how they apply in other music situations. Read More

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Conga Latin Percussion Music Djembe

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with fundamentals: rhythm, melody, harmony, and dynamics. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Organ Music Keyboard

Besides my music theory training Ive been trained as a keyboard artist in the past for such companies as Yamaha, kawaii, and others . My students enjoy their lessons while be trained to be musicians for the the future . I have references available. I started studying at the age of 8 both piano and organ . My students now are all piano but I do have quite a bit of experience as an accompanist for singers as well . Read More