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Featured Piano Teachers Near Compton, CA

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Compton . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!

Jebb A

Instruments: Piano Voice Music

My music leadership experience began with competitive show choir in 8th grade - voted Student of the Year - and these experiences inspired me through high school! The show choir program director appointed me tenor section leader in 9th grade and Voice Captain in 10th grade for my ability to lead voice sectional rehearsals and provide pianist accompaniment when needed. I am currently a performing arts coach for the Anaheim Union High School District, supporting vocal music and dance program directors with clinician and choreography services. Read More

Amanda S

Instruments: Piano Cello

I have been teaching for over 25 years. I have 5 children of my own who are all musicians. I have studied pedagogy at the University of Illinois and have also studied the Suzuki method. I feel lucky that I can take all of these experiences and methods and combine them to what works best for my students. What I have found is that there is not one clear cut method- every student learns in a different way. Read More

Filipa B

Instruments: Piano Flute Music Keyboard

Aim for 5 to 6 days of practice EVERY week. Consistency is key, even if it is only for 15 minutes! Whatever you do, make sure you practice right after your lesson AND the day following - retention will be 90%! When practicing, aim 3 times in a row flawlessly. For longer and more challenging pieces, be sure you are practicing in small sections. A fun way to do this is through the Penny Game or cards and counters ask me how! Read More

Felipe V

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar

My teaching style is fun and relaxed but still making sure that you are learning something new in every class, I was a beginner at some point and it brings me joy seeing how the students discover the guitar for the first time because it reminds me of myself when I was just learning. I help set realistic goals to keep the student motivated and guide the student to reach small achievements every week so they can see how fast they can progress with private classes. Read More

Oanh L

Instruments: Piano Keyboard

I began to teach piano 3 years ago. In those three years, I have been working with a lot of young children and gain many experience in teaching piano. I have found that motivation and determination are the most important factors which help my student make progress. Therefore, I always try to figure out what my students really like to play and to learn, so that it can motivate them to practice the instrument better. Read More

Carlos M

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Saxophone Bass Guitar Organ Acoustic Guitar

My goal for every student especially the beginners is to make them play like a pro as soon as possible with emphasis on playing music by ear. My way of teaching is kind of unconventional because based on my experience, it took me a long time before I was able to play any song that I like since reading notes would require unwavering attention and huge effort depending on student’s skills to be able to play it perfectly. Read More

Corbin M

Instruments: Piano Guitar

I've been a passionate musician all my life. Ever since my Nana bought me a mini electric piano when I was 3 ears old, it's been a staple of my life ever since. I studied guitar and piano all through out grade school and high school and continued my music education into college. I studied production, jazz, and theory at JJC of Illinois before transferring to DePaul University. I moved to L.A to perform and have been here for the past year teaching music at the West Coast Music Academy of Santa Clarita. Read More

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Jesse A

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Music

What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest thing to master on the saxophone is the tone. Tone is the defining factor between good players and great players. A saxophone teacher once told me that he could tell the level of a player by their first three notes. I didn't believe him until I became a teacher and understood that tone has a huge role to play in a player's skill level. The saxophone allows for so much nuance in the sound. It takes years to develop your technique and there is no shortcut. You can instantly distinguish the amount of time someone has dedicated to their instrument (any instrument really) by their tone.

If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
My music degrees are in Jazz and Jazz Studies. Though I am a big advocate for the study of Jazz, what really drew me to this major was the versatility that it allows. Jazz music has been a basis for so many other genres including pop, rock, RnB, soul, funk, etc. It also has its roots in classical music with Romantic composers like Debussy and Ravel. The level of ability required jazz improvisation far exceeds that of simply interpreting music. Jazz is a performance medium and a method of composition and theory that builds on Classical music. It encourages Musicology and Music History for more informed performance. Ultimately, I felt that I could get a more comprehensive education and more employment opportunities by studying jazz rather than other majors.

Why did you choose your primary instrument?
My primary instrument is saxophone. Before playing sax, I had learned piano, clarinet and trombone, respectively. My mother encouraged me to choose an instrument that she felt was more graceful for playing in a church. Luckily, it had also been a popular instrument with my friends at school so I was more inclined to switch. Having a late start made learning sax difficult though. I could not play a note for at least a week but when I finally did it, I was so excited for my very first step that I just had to continue. The rest is history.

When will I start to see results?
Depending on your skill level, you can see results in as little as one lesson. Beginners usually have a period of rapid growth at first and become disappointed once they've improved and don't see the same results. Realistically, the rate of growth slows as a player increases in skill level. It takes twice the work to get half as far. But don't forget! If you are at the intermediate level, how you sounded at your first lesson! Use your previous experience to encourage your growth and remember that consistent practice routines are essential for consistent growth.

Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
During my time as an undergrad, I felt that one teacher taught me more than I had ever learned before. He taught jazz theory, composition and arranging. Though I already had a decent understanding, this teacher really took my game to the next level. He was meticulous about feedback to students but always encouraging. He provided creative opportunities to have our compositions performed and recorded that fueled my passion for arranging and I still use the skills he taught on a daily basis. I can honestly say that his passion for teaching launched my musical career.

What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Develop a routine for practice that works for you in short sessions. Focus on one particular aspect of your playing to improve. For example, if one bar of music or one scale gives you the most trouble, work on only that for 10 minutes. Ten minutes of focused practice is better than an hour unfocused. Start by playing it as slow as you need to go without making a mistake. Gradually increase the tempo once you feel confident. If you make a mistake, decrease the tempo again. Avoid playing passages that you are comfortable with as they will waste valuable practice time (i.e. starting from the beginning over and over). Also, use creative approaches to practicing a passage such as playing it backwards, changing the rhythm, changing articulation. Your brain will learn to process the information differently allowing for better absorption of the material.

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