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Jimmy N. Boston, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jimmy N.
100/hour

Pianist versed in composition, improvisation, classical and jazz.

I have played piano for over 15 years with several years under my old piano teacher at Boston University and my passion has always been music since my teens. I perform in public whether for friends at parties or at ceremonies such as weddings....

4.9 (324)
100/hour
1,062 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have played piano for over 15 years with several years under my old piano teacher at Boston University and my passion has always been music since my teens. I perform in public whether for friends at parties or at ceremonies such as weddings....

Rachelle A. Columbia, SC, available for online tutoring
Rachelle A.
60/hour

Composer and Music Educator

In addition to technique, I teach students to read traditional music notation, tablature, and chord sheets. I also incorporate concepts of foundational music theory, aural skills, and improvisation so that they can understand how their...

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5.0 (99)
60/hour
533 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response time is based on Rachelle’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

In addition to technique, I teach students to read traditional music notation, tablature, and chord sheets. I also incorporate concepts of foundational music theory, aural skills, and improvisation so that they can understand how their...

Matthew I. Riverside, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew I.
65/hour

Guitar technique, theory , songwriting and creativity

.... I enjoy playing and teaching pop, rock, classical guitar, folk finger-style, Brazilian jazz, soul, R&B, funk and improvisational guitar. I am able to assist with tablature, reading notes and reading sheet music in many different styles including...

5.0 (160)
65/hour
294 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

.... I enjoy playing and teaching pop, rock, classical guitar, folk finger-style, Brazilian jazz, soul, R&B, funk and improvisational guitar. I am able to assist with tablature, reading notes and reading sheet music in many different styles including...

Jaspreet K. New Haven, CT, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jaspreet K.
200/hour

Cornell Jazz Ensemble Trombonist

I've been trained for over 15 years in jazz trombone, winning numerous awards in high school and playing through the Cornell Jazz Ensemble all four years in Ithaca. I would love to work with younger trombonists on jazz improvisation,...

5.0 (150)
200/hour
538 hours tutoring

I've been trained for over 15 years in jazz trombone, winning numerous awards in high school and playing through the Cornell Jazz Ensemble all four years in Ithaca. I would love to work with younger trombonists on jazz improvisation,...

Thomas R. Belmar, NJ, available for online tutoring
Thomas R.
40/hour

Over 25 years of experience, plus writing on the side

My father's Masters in English insured that my vocabulary and syntax remained tip-top, as did a prep school in PA. In college, I joined the speech team and learned to improvise speeches in under 7 minutes. More recently, I began...

4.9 (2111)
40/hour
10,605 hours tutoring

My father's Masters in English insured that my vocabulary and syntax remained tip-top, as did a prep school in PA. In college, I joined the speech team and learned to improvise speeches in under 7 minutes. More recently, I began...

Stephen Y. Media, PA, available for online tutoring
Stephen Y.
50/hour

Music Composition - Ask for videos of my work!

Also, my background in Suzuki (ear training classical piano method) has granted me listening skills for transcription, improvisation, and more.

5.0 (255)
50/hour
1,040 hours tutoring

Also, my background in Suzuki (ear training classical piano method) has granted me listening skills for transcription, improvisation, and more.

Robert V. Burlington, NC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Robert V.
60/hour

Skilled 7-12 ELA Tutor, SAT/ACT, Academic and Professional Editor

I have over 20 years experience in theatre as an actor, writer and director. I trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre by Richard Pinter. I studied Improvisation with Paul Sills among others. I have studied playwrighting...

5.0 (1386)
60/hour
6,653 hours tutoring

I have over 20 years experience in theatre as an actor, writer and director. I trained at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre by Richard Pinter. I studied Improvisation with Paul Sills among others. I have studied playwrighting...

Rene Sagnelli S. Las Vegas, NV, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rene Sagnelli S.
59/hour

MI Graduate/Professional active Musician

...a world peace event. What I Teach -Guitar (Rock, Metal, Jazz, Bossa Nova & more) -Piano (Classical, Pop, Jazz, Improvisation) -Voice (Technique, style, stage presence) -Bass Guitar (Groove, technique, and theory) -Ukulele (Fun & easy-to-learn...

5.0 (22)
59/hour
71 hours tutoring

...a world peace event. What I Teach -Guitar (Rock, Metal, Jazz, Bossa Nova & more) -Piano (Classical, Pop, Jazz, Improvisation) -Voice (Technique, style, stage presence) -Bass Guitar (Groove, technique, and theory) -Ukulele (Fun & easy-to-learn...

Dave H. Broomfield, CO, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dave H.
50/hour

Music Production, Songwriting, Piano. Pro Tools Expert. Audio Engineer

A piano player since 5 years old, I can provide instruction on piano, digital keyboard, or synthesizer, incorporating theory, improvisation, songwriting, and music production. I have written curriculum and helped at the individual, studio,...

5.0 (337)
50/hour
1,191 hours tutoring

A piano player since 5 years old, I can provide instruction on piano, digital keyboard, or synthesizer, incorporating theory, improvisation, songwriting, and music production. I have written curriculum and helped at the individual, studio,...

Christian S. Brooklyn, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christian S.
50/hour

Ear Trainer Based in Jazz Theory

I graduated with a B.A. in Music from Skidmore College, with a focus on jazz improvisation. Ear training is fundamental to this pursuit. I have studied jazz for more than 7 years and have focused on identifying chord qualities, intervals,...

5.0 (360)
50/hour
1,652 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutesNote that average response time is based on Christian’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

I graduated with a B.A. in Music from Skidmore College, with a focus on jazz improvisation. Ear training is fundamental to this pursuit. I have studied jazz for more than 7 years and have focused on identifying chord qualities, intervals,...

Joseph N. Nashville, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joseph N.
90/hour

CRLA Certified "Master Tutor" 2 yrs Experience Tutoring Ear Training

This includes everything from beginner-to-chromatic solfege, chord quality identification, learning music by ear, transcribing improvised jazz solos from the masters, and everything between! I've seen ears of all shapes and sizes (in a...

5.0 (98)
90/hour
502 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

This includes everything from beginner-to-chromatic solfege, chord quality identification, learning music by ear, transcribing improvised jazz solos from the masters, and everything between! I've seen ears of all shapes and sizes (in a...

Riccardo L. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Riccardo L.
60/hour

Guitar Instructor Specialised in Jazz and Improvisation

I developed my personal teaching method during my years in Japan (The American Guitar Academy) and created my personal course on improvisation called UAL. My approach focuses on brain/instrument connection and shape memorization with...

4.9 (38)
60/hour
200 hours tutoring

I developed my personal teaching method during my years in Japan (The American Guitar Academy) and created my personal course on improvisation called UAL. My approach focuses on brain/instrument connection and shape memorization with...

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

PhD Expert in Music Theory, Ear Training, Ableton, Mix/Master, Piano

...tutoring. I have three degrees in Music Theory (BA, MA, PhD). I also have many years of experience composing, playing, improvising, and analyzing music, including audio engineering (mix+master), jazz piano, pop production and songwriting, and DJing...

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5.0 (273)
100/hour
457 hours tutoring

...tutoring. I have three degrees in Music Theory (BA, MA, PhD). I also have many years of experience composing, playing, improvising, and analyzing music, including audio engineering (mix+master), jazz piano, pop production and songwriting, and DJing...

Jonathan L. San Bruno, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan L.
125/hour

Experienced Teacher Specializing in History, Japanese, and Music

I can also help you with foreign language acquisition (Japanese). Aside from teaching history, my other great passion is music. I spend most of my free time writing and improvising with guitars, basses, synthesizers, and drums while...

5.0 (25)
125/hour
127 hours tutoring

I can also help you with foreign language acquisition (Japanese). Aside from teaching history, my other great passion is music. I spend most of my free time writing and improvising with guitars, basses, synthesizers, and drums while...

Keith B. Nashville, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Keith B.
119/hour

Jazz and Classical Pianist with 18+ Years of Experience

..., and Bach at an early age. In my later years I received professional tutoring in Jazz pianism to hone my skills in improvisation, music theory, and chords. I have received a score of 98/100 on the highest level of the New York State Schools Music...

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5.0 (828)
119/hour
3,032 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response time is based on Keith’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

..., and Bach at an early age. In my later years I received professional tutoring in Jazz pianism to hone my skills in improvisation, music theory, and chords. I have received a score of 98/100 on the highest level of the New York State Schools Music...

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

Award Winning Composer, Pianist, Educator - Jazz and Classical

Together, we will develop your very own sound, whether it is in your composition, your improvisation and in your own piano playing. I love it when my students open their eyes so BIG, the moment they realize they've just accomplished...

5.0 (40)
115/hour
143 hours tutoring

Together, we will develop your very own sound, whether it is in your composition, your improvisation and in your own piano playing. I love it when my students open their eyes so BIG, the moment they realize they've just accomplished...

Ian H. Smyrna, GA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian H.
100/hour

3rd Degree Black Belt in Sin Moo HapKiDo, PhD-Economics, 12-year tutor

I am particularly adept at teaching mental control; the use and mastery of joint manipulation, body control, and movement methods from HapKiDo; as well as improvisational situation-specific self defense techniques.

5.0 (180)
100/hour
1,047 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ian’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

I am particularly adept at teaching mental control; the use and mastery of joint manipulation, body control, and movement methods from HapKiDo; as well as improvisational situation-specific self defense techniques.

Steve B. Flushing, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve B.
75/hour

Guitarist with 20 years teaching Experience. Theory & Improvisation

The formal training in ear training/ sight singing I-IV, music theory I-IV, convocation performance, performance juries, as well as receiving private lessons on guitar focused on jazz improvisation, helped round off the general musical...

5.0 (214)
75/hour
840 hours tutoring

The formal training in ear training/ sight singing I-IV, music theory I-IV, convocation performance, performance juries, as well as receiving private lessons on guitar focused on jazz improvisation, helped round off the general musical...

Denise K. Northridge, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Denise K.
50/hour

Actor, Improviser, and Acting Coach with 20+ Years of Experience

I have an extensive background in Acting and Improvisation (on-camera and on stage), and I have coached actors of all ages for 20+ years. I’m patient, high-energy, and enthusiastic, and I can help students to alleviate their nerves with...

5.0 (49)
50/hour
113 hours tutoring

I have an extensive background in Acting and Improvisation (on-camera and on stage), and I have coached actors of all ages for 20+ years. I’m patient, high-energy, and enthusiastic, and I can help students to alleviate their nerves with...

Jack O. Huntington, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jack O.
60/hour

Teach all windwinds specializing technique and Improvisation

I started playing woodwinds in the 4th grade. During my years at Berklee I studied saxophone technique with Joe Viola, Joe Allard, and Jerry Bergonzi. Studied improvisation with Charlie Banacos and Jerry Bergonzi. Learned how to circle...

4.9 (33)
60/hour
271 hours tutoring

I started playing woodwinds in the 4th grade. During my years at Berklee I studied saxophone technique with Joe Viola, Joe Allard, and Jerry Bergonzi. Studied improvisation with Charlie Banacos and Jerry Bergonzi. Learned how to circle...

Chris B. San Antonio, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris B.
65/hour

Classical Pianist for 14+ Years, Jazz Pianist for 5+ Years

I have studied classical piano for 14 years and jazz piano and improvisation for 5 years. I have frequently taught students of all ages classical piano, jazz piano, and jazz improvisation. I took 2 years of graduate-level piano...

5.0 (17)
65/hour
64 hours tutoring

I have studied classical piano for 14 years and jazz piano and improvisation for 5 years. I have frequently taught students of all ages classical piano, jazz piano, and jazz improvisation. I took 2 years of graduate-level piano...

Dan S. Nashville, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dan S.
100/hour

Award-winning Jazz Pianist and Music Educator — Berklee Graduate

Whether teaching scales for the first time, helping students prepare audition repertoire, or guiding students through the paces of learning to improvise or read sheet music, I'm here to use my experience in classical, jazz, rock, pop,...

5.0 (108)
100/hour
584 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Whether teaching scales for the first time, helping students prepare audition repertoire, or guiding students through the paces of learning to improvise or read sheet music, I'm here to use my experience in classical, jazz, rock, pop,...

Patrick S. Miami, FL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Patrick S.
80/hour

Music Teacher, Saxophone, Piano, Composition, Theory, Arranging

The saxophone was my principal instrument in both of these degrees. I focus on tone exercises, scale exercises, and etude study. For my jazz students, I also include improvisation and transcription work.

5.0 (53)
80/hour
218 hours tutoring

The saxophone was my principal instrument in both of these degrees. I focus on tone exercises, scale exercises, and etude study. For my jazz students, I also include improvisation and transcription work.

Jacob V. Astoria, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jacob V.
80/hour

Believe in Your Music

Westchester Music School, theory instructor NY Jazz Academy, improvisation instructor

4.9 (9)
80/hour
104 hours tutoring

Westchester Music School, theory instructor NY Jazz Academy, improvisation instructor

Evren T. Woodland Hills, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evren T.
80/hour

Guitar, Bass, Piano, AP Music Theory, Logic Pro, Sibelius Teacher.

I studied Music Theory and traditional harmony, Jazz harmony, improvisation in Europe and Film Scoring at UCLA, CA. It is my passion to teach Music Theory. I have composed original musical scores for several feature films and TV shows on...

5.0 (480)
80/hour
2,041 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I studied Music Theory and traditional harmony, Jazz harmony, improvisation in Europe and Film Scoring at UCLA, CA. It is my passion to teach Music Theory. I have composed original musical scores for several feature films and TV shows on...

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Evgenia S.

4 Improvisation lessons

Jeanne identified my level, diagnosed the gaps I have and suggested the program to go with. She gave me plenty of information to work with but not to be overwhelmed at the same time. I really liked her approach with a particular plan rather than pure improvisation during the lesson. We were moving at my speed - faster on the parts which I was already familiar with and slowing down at the parts where I had gaps in my knowledge. 1 hour flew!
Carlos A.

1 lesson

Mark is a good guy who has the knowledge to teach the subject with ease. He can make it a little tough, which in my opinion is a good thing: to see how far along you are in the subject and to see the areas you are struggling with. It was a good session. I would recommend him.
Rosie R.

1 lesson

I could not ask for a better tutor! Michael gave detailed examples on the information I was confused on. He made sure I understood every single item, illustrating some in sketches, notes, etc. Worth the time, money, and effort! Highly recommend Michael for any of your tutoring needs!
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