Piano Lessons in Van Nuys, CA

Instruments: Piano Violin Music

I began teaching piano and violin lessons 15 years ago and have been consistently teaching ever since. Encouraging daily practice, and helping the student progress and gain a passion for the instrument is one of the key points. While enjoyment is the number one rule, following their development and progress with certain method books are really important. I encourage my students to compose their own original material as well as participate in certification exams and recitals. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I have taught for over twenty years to all ages and levels. I teach the fun way by teaching the student what they would like to know by tailoring each lesson to fit there personal goals, needs and questions. I've taught all genres and also teach special needs including autistic, handicapped, and blind. As well I've also taught a couple grammy winning musicians. I encourage good effective practice methods instead of long tedious hours I prefer the student to concentrate on quality above quantity. Read More

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

I am a percussionist from Ecuador. I have broad and deep training in world and latin percussion, classical and contemporary music performance, and composition. In 2011 I moved to Brasil to complete my undergrad, and in 2015 I graduated from UNESP (Sao Paulo State University) with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Percussion Performance. Later in 2017, I moved to Los Angeles to earn a Master of Fine Arts degree in World Percussion from the California Institute of the Arts, where I had the opportunity to study with renowned musicians. Read More

Instruments: Piano Music

There is no better feeling than witnessing a student develop a passion for music! Therefore, each student must progress at their own pace. This is encouraged by setting realistic goals for my students during each lesson. It is important to acknowledge accomplishments as this helps fuel a student's desire to progress and makes them more eager to continue learning. In conclusion, it is about working one-on-one with the student, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and helping them grow as pianists and musicians at their set pace. Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

Lessons can be tailored to fit your specific needs. For younger students who need a more diciplined style of lesson, I make sure to keep them on a specific practice schedule. For adult learners, or younger students who are hoping for less rigid lessons, we can take things at a slower or more relaxed pace. Either way, I do my best to make lessons fun! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice

With her amazing success, Orgena has enjoyed sharing her knowledge with others and has been teaching voice, life, career and financial coaching successfully since 1993. Finding their voice, her students have gone on live full lives and start fabulous new businesses and careers, land leading roles, tour the world, sing on American Idol and The Voice, win competitions, host their own TV shows and even being recognized by Oprah to appear in O magazine Read More

Instruments: Piano Violin

I try to relate the student's study of their instrument to their school work and what music they might be studying in school or encountering in their daily lives.  With adults it is important to discover what other music lessons they have had and what their experiences with music have been. During lessons I give much attention to detail and attempt to balance discipline with the student's enjoyment of the experience. Read More