Music Lessons in Los Alamitos, CA

Instruments: Drums Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Latin Percussion Djembe

We play the full drum set right away, at the first lesson. It is not necessary to own a drum set for 3-4 months, in which time students practice at home on couches or beds where pillows represent the different parts of the drum set. I can offer advice when it comes to equipment purchases. I have a method in place for my beginners: a combination of reading, technique and coordination exercises, jamming with favorite songs, and studying their favorite drummers. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Cello

Have fun. Love what you do. If it stops being fun push a little further ahead and see what happens. All it takes is a little ember to start a fire and I am ready to help my students find that fire within themselves. Its not always going to be easy and they will fall and stumble and when that does happen (and it will) I will be there to show them how to pick themselves up. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I personally practice SOVT, where we start with light humming, use a semi-occluded means of vocalizing (such as lip trills or a straw in water) to gradually warm-up the vocal cords and bring the breath under the voice for adequate support. Then we move on to actual vocalizations. Over several lessons, we work on a chosen piece together and begin building repertoire appropriate to the singer. VOICE LESSONS Breath support Warm-ups with SOVT techniques Tips for singing with ease within your range Choosing songs & repertoire Learning melody and rhythm of a piece Learning text, phrasing, and arc of a song Practice tips for home Read More

Instruments: Guitar

Ive played wi the Ron Eschete, Barbra Morrison, Drew Michael, Xhristopher just to name a few. I've played many musicals over the years including, Pippin, Bonnie and Clyde, Grease, Cabaret, School House Rock, Violet, Next to Normal and many others. I've been in jazz combos, fusion groups, big bands, rock bands, RB groups and have also played worship music on Sundays for churches. I also have experience with abstract and avant garde music. Read More

Instruments: Drums

I approach teaching as a purely collaborative endeavor. In initially meeting a student, I ask many questions in order to gage what has inspired the student to study drums, and what particular genres of music and/or artists have brought them to the point of lesson inquiry. I use this information to construct a plan that seeks to meet both short-term and long-term goals. My teaching style is very high-spirited, laid back, yet, demanding - with a touch of fun humor. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

I've been teaching voice full time for five years. Many students come to my studio in West Hollywood, or I am available to meet at Pierre's Fine Pianos in Santa Monica. Other options include me coming to you. Please see my travel map. :) I host bi annual recitals for my students to perform in, and encourage participation in outside performance and audition opportunities whether at school or a local open mic. Read More