Piano Lessons in Ontario, CA

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Music Keyboard

Certainly, here's a more concise description of my teaching approach in music: 1. Personalization: I tailor lessons to each student's background and goals. 2. Strong Fundamentals: I emphasize music theory and technique for a solid foundation. 3. Practical Application: Students start playing music early, fostering creativity and a connection to music. 4. Music Appreciation: I include lessons on history and culture for a well-rounded understanding. 5. Performance: I provide opportunities to build confidence and stage presence. 6. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My name is Michael P., I am from Victorville, California. I am 23 years old and my biggest passion is music! I went to Berklee College of Music and graduated with a bachelors in Bass Performance in 2021. I have recorded an album during the pandemic all from my bedroom with fellow classmates. Our band name is Champagne Charlie and the Wah Wah's, we are influenced by The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, and The Beach Boys. Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I am an active member of Music Teachers Association of California (MTAC). My students take the Certificate of Merit (CM) test annually in performance, theory, sight-reading and ear training. Taking the CM test is optional but highly recommended. I also make sure my students have plenty of chances at performing on stage at recitals by organizing my own recitals or joining forces with other MTAC teachers. Having a recital to practice for is a great motivation for students to practice daily and gives the parents the chance to see their children's accomplishments. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar

I am a professional musician trained in New Orleans playing all styles of music however my primary style is jazz. I studied jazz guitar at the conservatory New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and graduated from Loyola University New Orleans in 2016 with a Bachelor in Music Industry Studies. I toured internationally with Grammy nominated trumpeter Christian Scott and have collaborated with Nicholas Payton, Saul William, Pell and many other artists. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Saxophone Bass Guitar Organ Acoustic Guitar

First of all, I would ask the student if music would be his/her career or just a hobby. If it is to be his/her career, my approach would be more theoretical. But if it would be just a hobby like mine, I would encourage the student to learn by ear supplemented with a little theory to be able to learn a musical piece or song in the shortest time possible. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Synthesizer Banjo

For younger, beginning students I start with the basic fundamentals of music while keeping it interesting with games or quick melodic exercises that can be easily grasped. Too much music theory can be overwhelming and boring to a new student so I focus on the fun side of music first. For the more experienced or older student, I typically craft the lessons based on their goals, while providing concrete ways in which they can achieve them with hard work and practice. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Accordion French Horn Music Keyboard

I studied with Frøydis Ree Wekre, renowned hornist and pedagogue, by invitation at the Norges musikkhøgskole in Oslo in the summer of 2015, and in the fall of 2015, I went to Toulouse, France to study with Jacques Deleplancque, solo horn at the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse. In college from 2009-2013, I played piano for the juries and recitals of students in the vocal, flute, trombone, tuba, and horn studios. Read More