Music Lessons in Calabasas, CA

Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar

For me it is really important to establish a personal relationship with the student and always evaluate how they feel about their progress on a weekly basis. I always emphasis that a student know what style or genre of music they are interested in because they are more likely to stick to something that they have a natural passion for. Every lesson officially starts with a scale warm up to get the blood flowing to the players fingers and from there we go to either some sight reading pieces from the Hal Leonard books, chord changing or soloing exercises, and then lastly go to practicing a specific song of either mine or the students choosing. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Trumpet Saxophone Drums Mallet Percussion

I have been in the music business for some time. I have produced many recordings and I ran a club for 12 years. I learned so much about patience during these years. I have toured extensively and taught classes in music all over Europe and the USA. I enjoy the process of conveying basic fundamentals to inspire any student to learn something about music by applying themselves. I have a studio with the best samples on the market, which I use for Film composing. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I would implement my own style of teaching , where I will try to keep the class as fun as possible, try to inspire them to learn guitar with passion and interest. Also, I want to share my knowledge to the best of my abilities, and teach them in a right direction to achieve their goals. For beginning students who are children, I typically start with basic guitar lesson, where I sometimes refer to good books such as Hal Leonard's Essential Elements. Read More

Instruments: Voice

I began teaching private voice lessons in 2014 and have been in love with coaching ever since! I love getting to meet new students and learning what motivates them, what music they like, and preparing them for whatever singing opportunities may come their way. By having a diverse student roster I learned that, not everyone has the same goals when it comes to strengthening their voice, thats why I work with you to establish your unique aspirations and develop a curriculum just for you. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute

With beginners, I focus on developing sound fundamentals. It's important to avoid any bad habits and beginning students are lucky in that they have the opportunity to establish proper technique from the very start. As students progress, I use books such as the Universal Method and Rubanks Duets to learn to read notes and understand rhythms. Duets are an amazing tool as they hold students responsible for their individual part, while still functioning as a supportive and interactive activity. Read More

Instruments: Cello

Dedicated to the progress and success of my students, my teaching experience spans from instructing beginner elementary school students to coaching advanced conservatory music majors and adult beginners. Recognizing the individuality of each learner, I tailor my approach to accommodate diverse learning styles. In every lesson, I prioritize understanding and acknowledging the unique needs of each student, customizing the curriculum to align with their strengths and areas of improvement. I seek to inspire creativity by encouraging students to think beyond conventional boundaries, fostering an environment that embraces innovative expression. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

For classical and opera singing, I teach a healthy Bel Canto technique rooted in the Italian school of singing. I am also skilled in teaching SOVT style, but I typically avoid it with beginning singers. For musical theater and pop, I teach healthy belting techniques that preserve vocal quality and focus on a connection to the chest and body, alleviating vocal tension. For my guitar students, I teach fingering techniques and basic chords first, and then I focus on giving each student a basic repertoire--several pieces they already know and like to showcase their abilities and track progress. Read More