Nicholas S.
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Springerville, AZ
I've been a musician for over 20 years. I love to write songs on my acoustic guitar and on the piano. I've composed in many different styles, and I have a strong background in music theory and harmony that guides my ear. I can help you break down...
I've been a musician for over 20 years. I love to write songs on my acoustic guitar and on the piano. I've composed in many different styles, and I have a strong background in music theory and harmony that guides my ear. I can help you break down...
I have wanted to learn to play piano by ear for years, rather than reading music. In one lesson, he helped me understand some musical ideas that helped me unlock a more free form way of playing the very next day. - Cydney, 14 lessons with Eric

Avondale, AZ
I have been singing and songwriting since I was a child. I have also composed vocal, choral, and instrumental pieces. I am skilled in poetry and expressing feelings through music. I have experience as a Choir Director of children and adult...
I have been singing and songwriting since I was a child. I have also composed vocal, choral, and instrumental pieces. I am skilled in poetry and expressing feelings through music. I have experience as a Choir Director of children and adult...
Peri taught me basic music theory and proper singing technique. She took the time to understand exactly what my goals with the knowledge were and is genuine with her teaching. Couldn't recommend her enough! - Adam, 64 lessons with Peri

I’m a professional songwriter, producer and guitarist in Los Angeles with a degree in song writing and Music Production from Berklee College of Music. I have 20 years of experience as a studio musician, recording projects, producing and...
I’m a professional songwriter, producer and guitarist in Los Angeles with a degree in song writing and Music Production from Berklee College of Music. I have 20 years of experience as a studio musician, recording projects, producing and...
We brought our daughter to Chris for guitar lessons. She’s a very shy teenager but Chris helped her come out of her shell by picking up on her strengths. He’s very patient and encouraging. Our daughter has also recently started wr... - Rene, 2 lessons with Christopher

I’ve also helped likeminded musicians how to use theory to advance their understanding of music in general and create more of an interest in songwriting on a personal level!
I’ve also helped likeminded musicians how to use theory to advance their understanding of music in general and create more of an interest in songwriting on a personal level!
We were very lucky to have found Josh 4 years ago. He has coached our son through High School teaching him guitar and helping him with auditions and jazz performances. Josh teaches with clarity and patience. He is knowledgeable, t... - Katerina, 101 lessons with Josh

...portfolio of work. I've composed art songs for stage concerts as well. This blend of experiences equips me to guide aspiring songwriters through the creative process in both individual and collaborative contexts....
...portfolio of work. I've composed art songs for stage concerts as well. This blend of experiences equips me to guide aspiring songwriters through the creative process in both individual and collaborative contexts....

With over 20 years of experience as a songwriter, composer, and performer, I help students craft melodies, lyrics, and harmonies that bring their musical ideas to life. As a Musicians Institute graduate, I teach song structure, chord...
With over 20 years of experience as a songwriter, composer, and performer, I help students craft melodies, lyrics, and harmonies that bring their musical ideas to life. As a Musicians Institute graduate, I teach song structure, chord...

I've been writing songs as a freelancer for over 10 years. In 2022, I received a Master of Music in Composition from the University of South Carolina. Additionally, I have won multiple awards for my instrumental compositions and international...
I've been writing songs as a freelancer for over 10 years. In 2022, I received a Master of Music in Composition from the University of South Carolina. Additionally, I have won multiple awards for my instrumental compositions and international...

Last semester I had the honor to have my piece for 2 flutes, trumpet, trombone, poetry and piano performed at Palomar college. Additionally, I have been teaching composition and songwriting for 9 years, and have developed my own...
Last semester I had the honor to have my piece for 2 flutes, trumpet, trombone, poetry and piano performed at Palomar college. Additionally, I have been teaching composition and songwriting for 9 years, and have developed my own...

I am a "Musicians Institute, College Of Contemporary music" graduate with a scholarship for my songwriting. My songwriting has been recognized by music industry professionals like Robin Randall (Music judge at Emmy awards)...
I am a "Musicians Institute, College Of Contemporary music" graduate with a scholarship for my songwriting. My songwriting has been recognized by music industry professionals like Robin Randall (Music judge at Emmy awards)...
Philip is a very skilled tutor. He takes the time to explain things in a way that is easily understood. He is extremely knowledgeable about music and has been great at offering tips to help me get better in a short amount of tim... - Elizabeth, 52 lessons with Philip

I’m a professional recording artist, songwriter, and guitarist. My music has been featured on radio, television, films, theatre productions, and performances around the USA. I have been playing guitar for 23 years and I play with a...
I’m a professional recording artist, songwriter, and guitarist. My music has been featured on radio, television, films, theatre productions, and performances around the USA. I have been playing guitar for 23 years and I play with a...
I was looking for an art tutor that would help me create and review my art for college portfolios, and I am extremely happy with everything Mikey has done to help me! He has always helped critique my art as I work on it and catch ... - Kira, 49 lessons with Mikey

My 6 years studying music composition allowed me to experiment writing for voice, working with text, and combining my knowledge of songwriting with my experience of music composition. Songwriting comes naturally for some, but it is a...
My 6 years studying music composition allowed me to experiment writing for voice, working with text, and combining my knowledge of songwriting with my experience of music composition. Songwriting comes naturally for some, but it is a...

Songwriting offers limitless expression, allowing you to convey profound emotions and stories through lyrical poetry, melody, and harmony. The best part is that it's a skill that can be honed by anyone! With a decade of experience as a...
Songwriting offers limitless expression, allowing you to convey profound emotions and stories through lyrical poetry, melody, and harmony. The best part is that it's a skill that can be honed by anyone! With a decade of experience as a...
Michael was able to help me with creative writing, so my lyrics describe the song as more of a story, his knowledge of songwriter makes him a great asset as a teacher, you won’t be disappointed after having a lessons. I recommend ... - Eddie

In addition to assisting other musicians for years, I have published seven albums and am completing my eighth. I have written for many different genres. Currently teach composition part-time at the college level. I have written commercial music,...
In addition to assisting other musicians for years, I have published seven albums and am completing my eighth. I have written for many different genres. Currently teach composition part-time at the college level. I have written commercial music,...
Yeah for Dave! We worked for over an hour to figure out why my interface was not allowing me to record on ProTools. Dave was terrific and we finally figured it out allowing me to get my Pro Tools Studio version to function prope... - Rick

I have taken songwriting courses while attending Cal State Northridge. In recording studios, I have teamed up with and written songs with Motesart (Celine Dion, Demi Lovato) and Marlin "Hookman" Bonds (Jason Derulo, Demi Lovato,...
I have taken songwriting courses while attending Cal State Northridge. In recording studios, I have teamed up with and written songs with Motesart (Celine Dion, Demi Lovato) and Marlin "Hookman" Bonds (Jason Derulo, Demi Lovato,...
After just two lessons with Nicolette, I’ve already noticed clear improvements in my voice. She brings a fun, inviting, and encouraging energy to each session while also providing honest, actionable feedback on both strengths and ... - Zara, 8 lessons with NICOLETTE

I Teach the Many Approaches to Songwriting, Composition, Chord Progressions, Music Theory, Counterpoint, Arranging for Horns and Voice and Strings, Soloing, Improvisation, Classical Technique, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Latin, Funk, Country, Folk,...
I Teach the Many Approaches to Songwriting, Composition, Chord Progressions, Music Theory, Counterpoint, Arranging for Horns and Voice and Strings, Soloing, Improvisation, Classical Technique, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Latin, Funk, Country, Folk,...
Jeff taught me about the essential foundation of music! The movement of notes in 4ths and why they always work and have always worked. Used by every composer who lived or lives - whether they understood why or what they they thems... - Greg, 3 lessons with Jeff

As a Berklee College of Music graduate and recipient of Songwriting Awards and Distinctions from prestigious songwriting competitions such as: ISC (International Songwriting Competition), John Lennon Songwriting Contest...
As a Berklee College of Music graduate and recipient of Songwriting Awards and Distinctions from prestigious songwriting competitions such as: ISC (International Songwriting Competition), John Lennon Songwriting Contest...
I've had about 4 lessons with John and he has helped me open my heart and get back into songwriting. We have been using some lyric writing techniques and rhyme schemes. I can honestly say that I have grown as a writer. I look forw... - Eliza, 23 lessons with John

I have been a guitar teacher for over 15 years, teaching all skill levels and ages. I have taught private and group lessons in different music establishments as well as in home lessons, and I'm happy to provide a resume for any inquiries. I enjoy...
I have been a guitar teacher for over 15 years, teaching all skill levels and ages. I have taught private and group lessons in different music establishments as well as in home lessons, and I'm happy to provide a resume for any inquiries. I enjoy...

I have been writing songs for over 20 years. Have experience teaching beginning songwriting classes for over five years. I help students learn the basics, from brainstorming ideas and lyrics to starting the recording process.
I have been writing songs for over 20 years. Have experience teaching beginning songwriting classes for over five years. I help students learn the basics, from brainstorming ideas and lyrics to starting the recording process.

Take your song ideas from dreams into reality. Unlike most songwriters, I am also a music theory expert, with three degrees in music theory: PhD (Eastman School of Music), MA, and BA. I work in the pro music industry writing and producing...
Take your song ideas from dreams into reality. Unlike most songwriters, I am also a music theory expert, with three degrees in music theory: PhD (Eastman School of Music), MA, and BA. I work in the pro music industry writing and producing...
After just one hour with Ethan, I feel way more motivated and capable in my songwriting, arranging, and Ableton. He was able to quickly figure out what would be most exciting and useful for us to do. Highly recommended! - Robert, 2 lessons with Dr. Ethan

I have been writing songs since I was a freshmen is high school. Songwriting is one of the intimate forms of self expression and should be treated as such. Because it is so personal, students must be made to feel completely at ease...
I have been writing songs since I was a freshmen is high school. Songwriting is one of the intimate forms of self expression and should be treated as such. Because it is so personal, students must be made to feel completely at ease...
I started working with Rashida around a year and a half ago as a complete beginner. I had always loved singing, but never had the confidence to fully pursue it until one day I decided to book an appointment with Rashida. This was ... - Nicholas, 75 lessons with Rashida

I hold a Specialized Honors Bachelor of Fine Arts in Classical Voice Performance. I am an alumnus of the prestigious International Songwriter Residency program at The Banff Center for Arts and Creativity. I am an alumnus of SongCon...
I hold a Specialized Honors Bachelor of Fine Arts in Classical Voice Performance. I am an alumnus of the prestigious International Songwriter Residency program at The Banff Center for Arts and Creativity. I am an alumnus of SongCon...
My daughter LOVES working w/ Kaili. The moment they met, she said Kaili was exactly what she was hoping for in a Voice Coach. She is patient, kind, perceptive, fun, and talented! She looks forward to her singing lessons for Kaili ... - Lesly, 15 lessons with Kaili

I have been teaching the art of composition at the collegiate level (both classical and popular idioms) since 2020. I have experience teaching song structure, harmony, rhythm, and specialize in the setting of lyrics (vocal writing). I have studied...
I have been teaching the art of composition at the collegiate level (both classical and popular idioms) since 2020. I have experience teaching song structure, harmony, rhythm, and specialize in the setting of lyrics (vocal writing). I have studied...
This was my first lesson and I’m already blown away at how knowledgeable Kyle is. I’m really looking forward to learning from him for awhile. - Joe, 5 lessons with Kyle

I have won a creative writing scholarship for lyrics to two of my songs, and also had a folk and electronic song featured in the 2024 UK Appalachian Research Symposium and Arts Showcase. I have taught private and group work on songwriting...
I have won a creative writing scholarship for lyrics to two of my songs, and also had a folk and electronic song featured in the 2024 UK Appalachian Research Symposium and Arts Showcase. I have taught private and group work on songwriting...

Music theory and analysis is an intensive part of getting any music degree, and an integral part of composition. While studying for my undergraduate degree from The College of New Jersey, I took the highest level of music theory as well as a music...
Music theory and analysis is an intensive part of getting any music degree, and an integral part of composition. While studying for my undergraduate degree from The College of New Jersey, I took the highest level of music theory as well as a music...

I have taught extensive courses through BassGorilla on both performing and producing electronic dance music, as well as Youtube tutorials and sample/preset packs. My songs have charted high on both Beatport and SoundCloud, and have been featured...
I have taught extensive courses through BassGorilla on both performing and producing electronic dance music, as well as Youtube tutorials and sample/preset packs. My songs have charted high on both Beatport and SoundCloud, and have been featured...
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