775 La Puente Music Tutors

...I minored in music in college and took classes in theory, history, and teaching music. I have studied classical piano for 6 years, and I also know how to improvise with chords. Do-Re-Mi is not just a clever song from the Sound of Music, it's teaching you solfege! Because I took many courses in music theory, college choir, and woman's chorale, I... read more

...I have published musicological research on historical subjects, and know the style periods and composers of classical music in great depth. I began piano as a child. As a theory major at The Mannes College of Music, I was required to take piano. Although not technically as advanced as piano majors, I still played some difficult pieces, and at one... read more

...My teaching method is modeled after University of Southern California's music theory training and includes teaching chords and analyzing them, part writing, figured bass, and basic composition. I have completed all my ear training requirements at Azusa Pacific University which included 5 semesters of ear training classes. My teaching method begins... read more

...I love to help a student realize the potential in reading and learning from books. I encourage and assist the student to gain confidence in his/her own abilities and interests and to learn to communicate effectively. My goal is to introduce habits for the student to master, so that a tutor is no longer necessary, but that student can move forward... read more

...I also spearheaded a video-reporting series on local music titled, "Soundcheck with Alfa Garcia." In addition, I have experience writing for YM Magazine and NYU's student-run newspaper, Washington Square News. Music is my life-long passion and I love sharing my expertise in this wonderful subject. My training began in 1991 when I took my first piano... read more