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Ramon B. North Hollywood, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ramon B.
55/hour

North Hollywood, CA

Guitar Teacher, Songwriting and Music mentor 15+ years of Touring

Hello, this is Ramon. I’m a touring/session musician and a guitar teacher! I have a degree in Education by University of Granada and a AA program in Electric Guitar by Musicians Institute. For the past 15 years I toured the world with artists...

5.0 (26)
55/hour
39 hours tutoring

Hello, this is Ramon. I’m a touring/session musician and a guitar teacher! I have a degree in Education by University of Granada and a AA program in Electric Guitar by Musicians Institute. For the past 15 years I toured the world with artists...

Joshua S. Stanford, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joshua S.
50/hour

Stanford, CA

3+ year band writer

Through my education at the School of Rock, at my local music school, etc, I have also picked up tips and tricks that are useful to composition. Lastly, as the founder of my local music theory chapter, I have the tools needed to understand...

5.0 (9)
50/hour
14 hours tutoring

Through my education at the School of Rock, at my local music school, etc, I have also picked up tips and tricks that are useful to composition. Lastly, as the founder of my local music theory chapter, I have the tools needed to understand...

Jeremiah C. Aliso Viejo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeremiah C.
50/hour

Aliso Viejo, CA

Bilingual & Efficient Tutor for Math and Humanities

I completed undergrad coursework in music theory and will help you remember it for the AP exam format.

4.9 (43)
50/hour
103 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutes

I completed undergrad coursework in music theory and will help you remember it for the AP exam format.

Nancy H. Redondo Beach, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nancy H.
95/hour

Redondo Beach, CA

Patient & Experienced Native German University Professor & Musician

I have taught at various universities (Pepperdine, Loyola Marymount University, University of Southern California) and love teaching my native language as well as piano and music theory. I use fun, real life examples to improve skills...

4.9 (59)
95/hour
335 hours tutoring

I have taught at various universities (Pepperdine, Loyola Marymount University, University of Southern California) and love teaching my native language as well as piano and music theory. I use fun, real life examples to improve skills...

Yakub S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yakub S.
115/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Award Winning Composer, Pianist, Educator - Jazz and Classical

I am a professional composer, pianist, and educator that has 14 years of teaching experience. My private students went to win International Competitions and performed in Carnegie Hall. My number one job is to make sure that you see and believe...

5.0 (40)
115/hour
142 hours tutoring

I am a professional composer, pianist, and educator that has 14 years of teaching experience. My private students went to win International Competitions and performed in Carnegie Hall. My number one job is to make sure that you see and believe...

Jeremiah G. Wrightwood, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeremiah G.
90/hour

Wrightwood, CA

Jeremiah G - Pianist and Composer

Jeremiah G. is a Los Angeles based pianist, vocalist, composer, and dancer. A man of many interests, Jeremiah presents himself as well rounded musical artist, finding the connections between all of his passions. He studied music at California...

5.0 (32)
90/hour
42 hours tutoring

Jeremiah G. is a Los Angeles based pianist, vocalist, composer, and dancer. A man of many interests, Jeremiah presents himself as well rounded musical artist, finding the connections between all of his passions. He studied music at California...

Lewis G. Mission Viejo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lewis G.
40/hour

Mission Viejo, CA

Piano and Music Composition Teacher

My name is Lewis G. I started piano when I was nine years old, and I started composing when I was 13. I am now 22, and I have since graduated from Chapman University as a music major. I have taught music since I was 15, and I have taught in group...

40/hour
36 hours tutoring

My name is Lewis G. I started piano when I was nine years old, and I started composing when I was 13. I am now 22, and I have since graduated from Chapman University as a music major. I have taught music since I was 15, and I have taught in group...

James L. North Hollywood, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
James L.
100/hour

North Hollywood, CA

Fun Doctor of Music from Yale for all levels of Piano and Singing!

James is a Lecturer at UCLA, on the faculty at LA's AMDA College and Conservatory and enjoys working with all ages! He is fun, entertaining, knowledgeable, and experienced! He is great with singers, pianists, songwriters, theory and history...

5.0 (243)
100/hour
627 hours tutoring

James is a Lecturer at UCLA, on the faculty at LA's AMDA College and Conservatory and enjoys working with all ages! He is fun, entertaining, knowledgeable, and experienced! He is great with singers, pianists, songwriters, theory and history...

Matthew I. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew I.
85/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

Music Theory

I have been through 3 years of Music Theory in college and I've always received an A in those classes. Many people struggle with music theory classes but having a teacher who explains the concepts clearly is crucial to...

5.0 (153)
85/hour
273 hours tutoring

I have been through 3 years of Music Theory in college and I've always received an A in those classes. Many people struggle with music theory classes but having a teacher who explains the concepts clearly is crucial to...

Leon B. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
180/hour

Palo Alto, CA

International Music Producer & Artist

I majored in Music, I'm a touring DJ and musical artist, and I also produce tracks for artist all over the globe. So anything you're interested in - from Music History to Music Theory to Music Production to Musical Performance and...

5.0 (76)
180/hour
429 hours tutoring

I majored in Music, I'm a touring DJ and musical artist, and I also produce tracks for artist all over the globe. So anything you're interested in - from Music History to Music Theory to Music Production to Musical Performance and...

Rem D. Vallejo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rem D.
40/hour

Vallejo, CA

Experienced Music teacher and conductor

Graduate from Moscow conservatory with over 30 years of experience teaching classes on violin, piano, viola, music theory and orchestra conducting. Great experience in orchestrating, arranging music, composition and solfeggio.

5.0 (914)
40/hour
2,450 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

Graduate from Moscow conservatory with over 30 years of experience teaching classes on violin, piano, viola, music theory and orchestra conducting. Great experience in orchestrating, arranging music, composition and solfeggio.

Mark R P. Sacramento, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark R P.
44/hour

Sacramento, CA

Bachelor and Masters in Music Compostion/ Music Educator

I taught AP Music Theory in High School for a number of Years. I adapt my instruction based on the student’s needs: beginning music theory, college instruction, test preparation, style of music ( rock , classical, baroque)....

5.0 (1381)
44/hour
3,601 hours tutoring
Response time: 52 minutes

I taught AP Music Theory in High School for a number of Years. I adapt my instruction based on the student’s needs: beginning music theory, college instruction, test preparation, style of music ( rock , classical, baroque)....

Samantha R. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samantha R.
70/hour

San Francisco, CA

Full-Stack Web Development Tutor and Instructor

Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...

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5.0 (167)
70/hour
241 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...

Ruben R. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ruben R.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

A Supportive and Knowledgeable Instructor for all levels and ages

Two years of academic Western music theory coursework.Two years of Jazz/Pop music theory coursework. 30 years of Latin and Jazz music composition, 30 years of electronic music composition, 10 years of film scoring work, and 30...

5.0 (10)
75/hour
36 hours tutoring

Two years of academic Western music theory coursework.Two years of Jazz/Pop music theory coursework. 30 years of Latin and Jazz music composition, 30 years of electronic music composition, 10 years of film scoring work, and 30...

Megan M. San Pedro, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Megan M.
65/hour

San Pedro, CA

Tutor Available for Music, English, and Math Tutoring

I hold an undergraduate degree in Music with an emphasis in Piano from a school in Southern California. I teach piano, music theory, musicianship, songwriting, psychology, English, and math. I've taught all ages and levels of...

5.0 (138)
65/hour
599 hours tutoring

I hold an undergraduate degree in Music with an emphasis in Piano from a school in Southern California. I teach piano, music theory, musicianship, songwriting, psychology, English, and math. I've taught all ages and levels of...

Eric L. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eric L.
80/hour

San Jose, CA

Experienced Piano Teacher | Student of SFCM Erna Gulabyan

I aim to address core issues, explain foundational logic, and provide targeted guidance for students preparing for exams—including music theory to help you achieve a merit or higher. Each lesson is customized to meet your individual...

5.0 (5)
80/hour
16 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes

I aim to address core issues, explain foundational logic, and provide targeted guidance for students preparing for exams—including music theory to help you achieve a merit or higher. Each lesson is customized to meet your individual...

Dr. Ethan L. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dr. Ethan L.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

PhD in Music Theory (Eastman School of Music), Hundreds of Students

I have a BA, MA, and PhD in music theory (Eastman School of Music) and have taught hundreds of students music analysis, ear training, harmonic theory, compositional theory, rhythmic theory, from beginner kids to advanced adults. In...

5.0 (164)
100/hour
317 hours tutoring

I have a BA, MA, and PhD in music theory (Eastman School of Music) and have taught hundreds of students music analysis, ear training, harmonic theory, compositional theory, rhythmic theory, from beginner kids to advanced adults. In...

Steve C. Pomona, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve C.
55/hour

Pomona, CA

Master in Piano Pedagogy Specialized in Music Exams

I help students to learn music theory specifically for music exams such as MTAC certificate of merits or ABRSM. Theory lessons focus on rhythm, note, interval, chord identification, music terms, forms, symbols and music analysis utilizing...

5.0 (24)
55/hour
127 hours tutoring

I help students to learn music theory specifically for music exams such as MTAC certificate of merits or ABRSM. Theory lessons focus on rhythm, note, interval, chord identification, music terms, forms, symbols and music analysis utilizing...

John S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John S.
95/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Music Theory Expert - Berklee College of Music Graduate

As a Berklee College of Music Graduate, I have a lot of experience in Music Theory. I teach Music theory for more than 10 years and I am very passionate about it. Together we can set specific goals for each one of our classes that...

5.0 (904)
95/hour
2,816 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutes

As a Berklee College of Music Graduate, I have a lot of experience in Music Theory. I teach Music theory for more than 10 years and I am very passionate about it. Together we can set specific goals for each one of our classes that...

Geena B. Whittier, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Geena B.
60/hour

Whittier, CA

Music Theory Specialist

In the twelve (12) years I served as Music Teacher and Band Director of one of the three (3) high schools in my district, I taught the AP MUSIC THEORY course, where my students’ scores on the exam were always higher than the national...

5.0 (190)
60/hour
482 hours tutoring

In the twelve (12) years I served as Music Teacher and Band Director of one of the three (3) high schools in my district, I taught the AP MUSIC THEORY course, where my students’ scores on the exam were always higher than the national...

Marcus C. Northridge, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marcus C.
65/hour

Northridge, CA

Professional Music Theory Tutor | Learn from a Berklee Graduate

I am a Berklee College of Music graduate with extensive training in music theory, composition, and performance. My education has equipped me with a deep understanding of music fundamentals, including harmony, melody, rhythm, and ear...

4.9 (9)
65/hour
14 hours tutoring

I am a Berklee College of Music graduate with extensive training in music theory, composition, and performance. My education has equipped me with a deep understanding of music fundamentals, including harmony, melody, rhythm, and ear...

Ishmael M. El Cajon, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ishmael M.
50/hour

El Cajon, CA

Performing Musician. Vocals, Drums, Theory, Guitar and Piano Tutor

I believe music is a universal language with its own vocabulary and it can be learned by everyone and anyone. To learn Music Theory, you always have to first understand that music has a vast amount of potential to be transformed into an...

4.9 (306)
50/hour
916 hours tutoring

I believe music is a universal language with its own vocabulary and it can be learned by everyone and anyone. To learn Music Theory, you always have to first understand that music has a vast amount of potential to be transformed into an...

Jake M. Oakland, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jake M.
70/hour

Oakland, CA

Beginning-Advanced Jazz and Classical Music Theory

Holding an M.A. in Music Composition, I have over 15 years teaching classical and jazz music theory, from fundamentals like scales, chords, and diatonic harmony to advanced concepts like 12-tone matrices and third stream jazz-classical...

5.0 (19)
70/hour
86 hours tutoring

Holding an M.A. in Music Composition, I have over 15 years teaching classical and jazz music theory, from fundamentals like scales, chords, and diatonic harmony to advanced concepts like 12-tone matrices and third stream jazz-classical...

Paul E. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Paul E.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

LEARN SONGS BY EAR

My students/bands consistently ask me to teach them songs I am not familiar with. I look the song up on the internet and, using my ear and music theory, decipher the parts.

4.9 (126)
75/hour
419 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes

My students/bands consistently ask me to teach them songs I am not familiar with. I look the song up on the internet and, using my ear and music theory, decipher the parts.

Irwin H. Walnut, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Irwin H.
40/hour

Walnut, CA

Flute Teacher

I have taken College level Music Theory classes at UCLA from 2014 to 2017. I have also been studying music theory since 2003 with my piano teacher.

5.0 (503)
40/hour
2,080 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutes

I have taken College level Music Theory classes at UCLA from 2014 to 2017. I have also been studying music theory since 2003 with my piano teacher.

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Fortunately, we found Dr. Beth S. who is an amazing music theory tutor. She took my son through the Barron's Guide, chapters 1-16, in about two months with two one-hour lessons a week. She is truly a master of the material, she explains well, and she made my son enjoy music even more than before. Now 10th grade has just started and my son is feeling confident about the topic, thanks to Dr. Beth S. I strongly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn music theory.
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Dr. Beth has been a great tutor for tutoring AP Music Theory for my daughter, who needs help preparing for taking the AP Music theory test later this year. Dr. Beth has extensive teaching experience on AP Music theory. The online tutoring lessons are effective and time efficient. We are so happy with Dr. Beth's.greta help that we have weekly lessons scheduled until the AP Music theory test.
Angela G.

39 lessons

He says her presentation of the material is clearer and more effective than in his college classes. Under her tutelage, I would say that he is definitely returning to theory classes more confident and so much better prepared. As a parent, you will appreciate Dr. Beth's sincerity in her desire to help and overall professionalism. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced student, if you are looking for help in Music Theory, do not hesitate, contact Dr. Beth.
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