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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Voice lessons in Oakland . 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!
Instruments: Voice
Vocal coaching as a profession is quite new to me because until just recently I've always focused on my own development as a performer and artist, however, I've often assisted my fellow co-artists, classmates, bandmates, and even friends with improving vocal technique and performance quality. In my college classes, we were encouraged to provide feedback about a classmates performance and I absolutely loved when they would apply my advice and everyone saw a significant improvement in performances thereafter. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Viola Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
'm here to motivate and inspire. There is no one right approach to learning music and I'm adept at understanding how each individual learns. I can help to formulate and achieve goals or simply offer an expressive outlet that is safe, enlightening and encouraging. I offer mentorship and help with choices, in a professional or recreational capacity, within the music and entertainment fields. I facilitate the most enjoyable approach to practice so my students develop skills, confidence and a love of music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I want to help create the artist in you and for you to enjoy learning weather you are starting with fundamentals or are advanced and want to learn a specific skill. I will fit my teaching methods according to your needs weather your a visual, aural or theoretical learner. I am very versatile and teach many genres and am proficient in a variety of skills: Skills I teach are: music theory, ear-training, composing/arranging, improvisation, sight-reading, rhythmic/melodic/harmonic dictations, recording and vocals as well. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Ukulele Music Keyboard
My lesson plans are curated for individual needs. Over the past twelve years, I have worked with all ages, talent levels, and abilities, and have learned that it is absolutely essential for the teacher to adjust their methods for each students, as each individual has different goals, learning styles, interests, and needs. I strive to find new music my students will fall in love with, and am constantly learning new music to help them play their favorite songs at their current level. Read More
Instruments: Voice
I am a musician with 20+ years of performance and recording experience and 5+ years of teaching experience. I currently teach at two Bay Area music schools and am also offering online lessons. I have have toured through the US, UK EU, Mexico, and Europe, and released multiple albums on various record labels with international distribution. I have received formal training, but I greatly enjoy the even more valuable lessons I've learned from the stage and the recording studio to students. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I have been teaching piano for over twenty years. My teaching philosophy is that every piano lesson should be fun. For young beginners, I focus on basic technique. The reason is that it is very important to form good playing skills right from the beginning. For older students, I broaden their musical knowlege by introducing piano literature from different time periods. I also encourage them to pick songs that they like to play. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Drums Music Keyboard
My lessons are student driven. I typically assign some technique, repertoire, and theory assignments each week. I often try to include a “student challenge” most weeks in order to gauge how much a student is understanding during the lessons. I modify my styles based on what seems most effective for the student. Sometimes a student really needs 5 pieces to work on over a longer stretch of time. Other times, a student can only reasonably work on one piece for the week. Read More
Instruments: Guitar Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
Ha.. Well, I think I was about 12 when my mom asked me what I wanted to do when I grew up. My answer was "I want to play guitar!". The first time I saw a band performing at a small rock club when I was 15 that feeling was fully solidified and it hasn't changed to this day.
It's been a long road of very hard work and compromise, but I wound't change a thing. I now travel the world playing my songs for others and get to meet kids as well as adults who are getting inspired by my performance, the way I was when I was 15. It's truly satisfying and fulfilling for me.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I had a childhood friend, who's dad had guitar laying around. I remember the moment I held it for the first time. It changed my world and I haven't gone back since.
Even though guitar has always felt like me calling, it was really just music as a whole. I loved hearing the different drum beats and directing what was going on in a song. My parents bought me a Casio keyboard when I was 10 and I used to try to figure out my favorite songs using the keyboard.
Guitar was always the most challenging instrument for me, and I think thats why I love it so much. It's a never-ending process of learning for me.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I did! He is a huge reason why I am where I am today.
I still clearly remember my first lesson. I learned how to play a blues progression! I'm sure I wasn't very good, but he made me feel like I could do it. Without being pushy, he adjusted the lessons so I could at least play a part of what we were working on. He would have me bring in a song by an artist that I liked and would transcribe the song with me. Simplifying it so I could play along, all while showing me how it tied into music theory and the technical aspects of the instrument.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
I believe the best way to get the most from your practice is to play along with music that you love or want to learn. If it's scales, play along to a song and just keep up with the tempo. You'll be surprised how much more fun it is than playing along to the click of a metronome.
Transcribing songs is BY FAR one of the best ways to sharpen your skills. It helps develop your ear and is a great way to stay motivated since you can hear your results in real time.
I also suggest recording yourself when possible. It's tough to hear what is actually going on when you're focused on so many aspects of playing an instrument. Recording your practice can help you see what needs work and where you are excelling.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
If your child is showing interest in a particular instrument and they are old enough to physically take on the task, then it may be worth looking into. I've never been an advocate of pushing kids into playing instruments unless they themselves are wanting to play. I also believe, when it comes to guitar, kids under 8 or 9 years of age will have a tough time learning the instrument and it can hinder their interest in the future. Piano is always a good alternative in that situation.
If your child is interested in music, and wants to learn, that should be the right time to start.
When will I start to see results?
Every student is different, but usually you will see results within your first lesson. Of course this will be at a basic level but over your first couple of months you will start to feel comfortable with the instrument and begin to "connect the dots".
I strive to get as much done during the lesson so you feel accomplished and don't feel like you have a bunch homework to do. Practice will always speed up your development but should be something that you WANT to do.
If you are motivated to learn, and have a genuine love for music, great results are inevitable.
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