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John M. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
John M.
$65/hour

Washington, DC

Former NYU adjunct professor

After receiving my Bachelors in Music Theory from the Eastman School of Music and my Masters in Composition from NYU, I taught and composed in New York City for twenty years. While working on my Masters, I taught ear-training and sight...

5.0 (515)
$65/hour
913 hours tutoring

After receiving my Bachelors in Music Theory from the Eastman School of Music and my Masters in Composition from NYU, I taught and composed in New York City for twenty years. While working on my Masters, I taught ear-training and sight...

Madeleine W. Bowie, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Madeleine W.
$45/hour

Bowie, MD

Classically-Trained Pianist with 8+ Years of Teaching Experience

I am a classically-trained music teacher with a strong academic background in music theory. Whether it is advanced music theory for classical or rock musicians, or simply general questions about rhythm and notation, let me help you...

5.0 (36)
$45/hour
127 hours tutoring

I am a classically-trained music teacher with a strong academic background in music theory. Whether it is advanced music theory for classical or rock musicians, or simply general questions about rhythm and notation, let me help you...

Laurie B. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laurie B.
$52/hour

Rockville, MD

College Essay and Personal Statement Expert; ESOL and Piano Tutor

I have extensive college essay and personal statement experience and work for three college admissions companies. I have edited over 1500 college undergraduate essays and 260 personal statements, many for business and medicine. I help job seekers...

5.0 (554)
$52/hour
950 hours tutoring

I have extensive college essay and personal statement experience and work for three college admissions companies. I have edited over 1500 college undergraduate essays and 260 personal statements, many for business and medicine. I help job seekers...

Jinwenrui M. Arlington, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jinwenrui M.
$35/hour

Arlington, VA

Tutor Vivian who loves Teaching

I achieved a master degree of pharmacology in Georgetown University and a bachelor degree of chemistry in University of California Santa Barbara. I came to the United States from 2016 and I did really good at SAT and TOEFL exams. During my school...

4.7 (3)
$35/hour
38 hours tutoring

I achieved a master degree of pharmacology in Georgetown University and a bachelor degree of chemistry in University of California Santa Barbara. I came to the United States from 2016 and I did really good at SAT and TOEFL exams. During my school...

Mark H. Gaithersburg, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark H.
$80/hour

Gaithersburg, MD

PhD Math Teacher; Retired NASA Earth Scientist. I am here to help you.

I have been a student of music theory and composition and have composed several shorter musical works.

4.9 (164)
$80/hour
431 hours tutoring

I have been a student of music theory and composition and have composed several shorter musical works.

Joe B. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joe B.
$50/hour

Washington, DC

Friendly and Experienced Music Tutor

Bachelor's of Music summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music Score of 5 on the AP Music Theory Exam Professional performer, arranger, & composer

5.0 (1)
$50/hour
5 hours tutoring

Bachelor's of Music summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music Score of 5 on the AP Music Theory Exam Professional performer, arranger, & composer

Dang C. Springfield, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dang C.
$40/hour

Springfield, VA

Experienced College and HS Tutor Specializing in Science and Test Prep

I took the AP Music Theory Exam in high school and scored a 4. Additionally, I have played the piano for 16 years.

5.0 (4)
$40/hour
48 hours tutoring

I took the AP Music Theory Exam in high school and scored a 4. Additionally, I have played the piano for 16 years.

Here are even more great Music Theory tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great Music Theory tutors who offer online lessons.

Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Dr. Ethan L.
$100/hour

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 (253)
$100/hour
433 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...

Waterford, MI Tutoring
Scott S.
$40/hour

Music theory

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

5.0 (234)
$40/hour
608 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutesNote that average response time is based on Scott’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

Cary, NC Tutoring
Elizabeth N.
$50/hour

Patient, Encouraging, Highly-experienced 5-star tutor

I have many years of experience as a teacher and director. I have taught private piano lessons for several years, in which I incorporate music theory into every lesson.

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Tomorrow
5.0 (2429)
$50/hour
5,802 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutesNote that average response time is based on Elizabeth’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

I have many years of experience as a teacher and director. I have taught private piano lessons for several years, in which I incorporate music theory into every lesson.

Oak Park, IL Tutoring
Will S.
$47/hour

BACHELORS DEGREE IN MUSIC AND MASTERS DEGREE IN MUSIC

I received top grades in theory in college. I've taught more than 25 private students in music theory.

5.0 (408)
$47/hour
1,612 hours tutoring
Response time: 56 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I received top grades in theory in college. I've taught more than 25 private students in music theory.

San Luis Obispo, CA Tutoring
Aaron W.
$60/hour

Music Theory Teacher, College Level

I specialize in teaching Music Theory, and I taught Music Theory and AP Music Theory courses for 10 years in the classroom setting, in College and High School. In particular, my AP Music Theory students have...

5.0 (82)
$60/hour
245 hours tutoring

I specialize in teaching Music Theory, and I taught Music Theory and AP Music Theory courses for 10 years in the classroom setting, in College and High School. In particular, my AP Music Theory students have...

Oviedo, FL Tutoring
Raymond L.
$40/hour

Bachelor degree in Music and 35+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have worked as a Music Educator at the Social & Pedagogic Academic Institutes teaching pedagogic and didactic principles to teachers and at the same time I have been teaching Music Theory at all levels and ages at several other music...

5.0 (840)
$40/hour
2,560 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have worked as a Music Educator at the Social & Pedagogic Academic Institutes teaching pedagogic and didactic principles to teachers and at the same time I have been teaching Music Theory at all levels and ages at several other music...

Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Leigha A.
$120/hour

Juilliard doctoral student; music theory adjunct faculty at Curtis

...post-tonal theory), and Mathematical Music Theory. I earned the top awards in counterpoint, harmony, and solfege at the European American Musical Alliance. In high school, I co-taught my school’s AP Music Theory course, and helped raise the class...

5.0 (203)
$120/hour
1,062 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response time is based on Leigha’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

...post-tonal theory), and Mathematical Music Theory. I earned the top awards in counterpoint, harmony, and solfege at the European American Musical Alliance. In high school, I co-taught my school’s AP Music Theory course, and helped raise the class...

Newnan, GA Tutoring
Dr. Beth S.
$120/hour

Expert in Music Theory

Beth S. is a highly accomplished, award-winning music educator specializing in AP Music Theory tutoring and University-Level Music Theory, Music History, and Music Appreciation. Her students consistently excel, earning 5 stars on the...

5.0 (1186)
$120/hour
3,627 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minuteNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Beth S. is a highly accomplished, award-winning music educator specializing in AP Music Theory tutoring and University-Level Music Theory, Music History, and Music Appreciation. Her students consistently excel, earning 5 stars on the...

New York, NY Tutoring
Alice H.
$63/hour

Music Theory Instructor

I have 25+ years experience teaching music theory from beginner concepts to advanced harmony and counterpoint. In addition to helping high school students prepare for the AP music theory exam, I have students of all ages who have...

5.0 (67)
$63/hour
118 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have 25+ years experience teaching music theory from beginner concepts to advanced harmony and counterpoint. In addition to helping high school students prepare for the AP music theory exam, I have students of all ages who have...

Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Kyle K.
$60/hour

PhD in Music Composition with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018, and hold a PhD in Music Composition from Stony Brook University.

5.0 (70)
$60/hour
321 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kyle’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018, and hold a PhD in Music Composition from Stony Brook University.

Nashville, TN Tutoring
Michael B.
$75/hour

Music Tutor with 10+ years experience - Berklee College of Music grad

As a music theory student, you will benefit from my comprehensive knowledge and practical approach. Whether you are a beginner looking to grasp the basics or an advanced student aiming to refine your skills, I am committed to guiding you...

5.0 (550)
$75/hour
2,117 hours tutoring

As a music theory student, you will benefit from my comprehensive knowledge and practical approach. Whether you are a beginner looking to grasp the basics or an advanced student aiming to refine your skills, I am committed to guiding you...

Dundee, IL Tutoring
Jonathan H.
$65/hour

Vocal Coach, Acting Coach, and Music Teacher

I am a theory nerd! Music Theory was one of my best subjects in college. I got a near perfect score every semester in theory, and I still regularly grab dinner with my theory professors because I was one of his favorite students!

5.0 (97)
$65/hour
795 hours tutoring

I am a theory nerd! Music Theory was one of my best subjects in college. I got a near perfect score every semester in theory, and I still regularly grab dinner with my theory professors because I was one of his favorite students!

New York, NY Tutoring
Clint B.
$90/hour

Professional Composer and Educator with 20+ Years Teaching Theory

...years of experience teaching music theory to students of all ages. As a professional composer with internationally performed works, I make theory clear, practical, and engaging. I can help you prepare for college music theory courses, entrance exams,...

5.0 (74)
$90/hour
270 hours tutoring

...years of experience teaching music theory to students of all ages. As a professional composer with internationally performed works, I make theory clear, practical, and engaging. I can help you prepare for college music theory courses, entrance exams,...

Worcester, MA Tutoring
Erica F.
$275/hour

Music Ph.D. with 12+ Years of Teaching Experience

Erica, a musicologist who has taught music theory at UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC School of the Arts. I work with students in undergraduate music theory, high school students taking AP Music Theory, and beyond. I specialize in...

5.0 (1058)
$275/hour
3,093 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Erica’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

Erica, a musicologist who has taught music theory at UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC School of the Arts. I work with students in undergraduate music theory, high school students taking AP Music Theory, and beyond. I specialize in...

Nashville, TN Tutoring
Joseph N.
$90/hour

Berklee Grad "Core Music" Tutor - CRLA Certified

...grasping music fundamentals, to the AP Music Theory curriculum, to advanced college-level theory and beyond is within my scope. I've developed countless ways of removing the fog and confusion that surrounds music theory so that it can be seamlessly implemented...

5.0 (97)
$90/hour
492 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

...grasping music fundamentals, to the AP Music Theory curriculum, to advanced college-level theory and beyond is within my scope. I've developed countless ways of removing the fog and confusion that surrounds music theory so that it can be seamlessly implemented...

Boydton, VA Tutoring
Bradyn C.
$70/hour

Musician with 10 Years of Experience in Music Theory and Composition

I have been studying music theory for about a decade. My initial study of music theory began when I started my studies on the violin, when I had to learn the basics of intervals, scales, ear-training, different tuning systems, and...

5.0 (163)
$70/hour
413 hours tutoring

I have been studying music theory for about a decade. My initial study of music theory began when I started my studies on the violin, when I had to learn the basics of intervals, scales, ear-training, different tuning systems, and...

Poughkeepsie, NY Tutoring
Cori T.
$40/hour

Current College Student Studying Cello Performance

I am now a second semester sophomore at the Eastman School of Music (for cello performance) and as part of our coursework we have to take music theory and aural skills courses which has helped me learn more about music theory. I...

5.0 (222)
$40/hour
721 hours tutoring

I am now a second semester sophomore at the Eastman School of Music (for cello performance) and as part of our coursework we have to take music theory and aural skills courses which has helped me learn more about music theory. I...

New York, NY Tutoring
LAURA B.
$125/hour

Masters of Music

I have successfully completed rigorous courses in music theory, time periods, history, and analysis. Studies included historical representation, history of marching band, history of opera, and music composition. All courses completed at the...

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5.0 (372)
$125/hour
1,184 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have successfully completed rigorous courses in music theory, time periods, history, and analysis. Studies included historical representation, history of marching band, history of opera, and music composition. All courses completed at the...

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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.
Kenneth C.

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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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