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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 and Song of the Year Songwriting competition, I can help you...
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 and Song of the Year Songwriting competition, I can help you...
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

Los Angeles, CA
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 songs for film & TV: hip-hop, pop, EDM, and more. My songs have been...
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 songs for film & TV: hip-hop, pop, EDM, and more. My songs have been...
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

Los Angeles, CA
Graduate of the Berklee College of Music in Film Scoring. Extensive experience songwriting in a variety of styles, including epic orchestral, contemporary, jazz, world, and hybrid. Credits include dozens of films, television series, and games. Expert in the use of Cubase, Logic, Dorico, Sibelius, and the majority...
Graduate of the Berklee College of Music in Film Scoring. Extensive experience songwriting in a variety of styles, including epic orchestral, contemporary, jazz, world, and hybrid. Credits include dozens of films, television series, and games. Expert in the use of Cubase, Logic, Dorico, Sibelius, and the majority...

Los Angeles, CA
I have been a professional songwriter for over 30 years. My songwriting career began with being signed to a major record label, MCA Records. I have since written hundreds of songs that appear on close to 30 albums. My songs have also been featured on major tv shows, film trailers, and promotional campaigns....
I have been a professional songwriter for over 30 years. My songwriting career began with being signed to a major record label, MCA Records. I have since written hundreds of songs that appear on close to 30 albums. My songs have also been featured on major tv shows, film trailers, and promotional campaigns....

Los Angeles, CA
I have over a decade of experience producing and developing songs with major recording artists across multiple genres. My songwriting instruction focuses on structure, melody, collaboration, and writing with intention for real artists and releases. I help students understand how songwriting works inside...
I have over a decade of experience producing and developing songs with major recording artists across multiple genres. My songwriting instruction focuses on structure, melody, collaboration, and writing with intention for real artists and releases. I help students understand how songwriting works inside...

Los Angeles, CA
I studied rhythm guitar & music theory for about ten years and worked in nightclubs for about 5 years singing & playing guitar. I've written about 100 original songs and put 10 of those on a cd. My songwriting methods are various. Sometimes it comes from thinking up a song title or a phrase. Often it...
I studied rhythm guitar & music theory for about ten years and worked in nightclubs for about 5 years singing & playing guitar. I've written about 100 original songs and put 10 of those on a cd. My songwriting methods are various. Sometimes it comes from thinking up a song title or a phrase. Often it...

Los Angeles, CA
Through my teaching I have transcribed and analyzed many songs which has greatly strengthened my knowledge of song writing and song structure. I currently work with a Nashville based songwriter who writes for other artists. Together we co-produced a song for an artist on the hit show "The Voice".
Through my teaching I have transcribed and analyzed many songs which has greatly strengthened my knowledge of song writing and song structure. I currently work with a Nashville based songwriter who writes for other artists. Together we co-produced a song for an artist on the hit show "The Voice".

Los Angeles, CA
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 mixing music and audio engineering, professional composition 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 mixing music and audio engineering, professional composition 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

Los Angeles, CA
I am a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign music studies graduate, and my background as a pianist, guitarist, producer, and performer gives students a full-picture approach to songwriting. I have worked with hundreds of artists and clients crafting songs from scratch in genres ranging from rap and pop to...
I am a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign music studies graduate, and my background as a pianist, guitarist, producer, and performer gives students a full-picture approach to songwriting. I have worked with hundreds of artists and clients crafting songs from scratch in genres ranging from rap and pop to...

Los Angeles, CA
With 10 years of songwriting experience and a degree in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music, Kelly has 3+ years of professional experience teaching music composition to students of all ages and levels. She has worked for teaching companies such as School of Rock, Guitar Center Music Lessons...
With 10 years of songwriting experience and a degree in Songwriting from Berklee College of Music, Kelly has 3+ years of professional experience teaching music composition to students of all ages and levels. She has worked for teaching companies such as School of Rock, Guitar Center Music Lessons...
Kelly is an excellent music tutor. Kelly is kind, patient and talented. Kelly has guided my daughter with the new technique to strengthen her skill. My daughter is looking forward to each session with Kelly. We are so glad to ... - Lora, 8 lessons with Kelly

Los Angeles, CA
I specialize in lyric writing, melody development, song structure, and stylistic delivery, guiding students through both the creative and technical sides of songwriting. With over 35,000 followers on TikTok, I also coach creators on how to craft songs that resonate emotionally and connect with modern audiences.
I specialize in lyric writing, melody development, song structure, and stylistic delivery, guiding students through both the creative and technical sides of songwriting. With over 35,000 followers on TikTok, I also coach creators on how to craft songs that resonate emotionally and connect with modern audiences.

Los Angeles, CA
I am a singer songwriter producer and keyboardist, I start to study music when I was 5 years old, I’m working as a session singer since 2011 and I have 13 years of teaching experience in piano, beginning 2016 I start to teach music production and songwriting, I’m highly educated in musicianship, I play...
I am a singer songwriter producer and keyboardist, I start to study music when I was 5 years old, I’m working as a session singer since 2011 and I have 13 years of teaching experience in piano, beginning 2016 I start to teach music production and songwriting, I’m highly educated in musicianship, I play...

Los Angeles, CA
I have been writing original music for over 12 years. In Los Angeles, I have collaborated with big-name songwriters and producers for both pitch and sync purposes. In teaching songwriting, I emphasize effective lyric writing, composition, dynamics, and emotional performance.
I have been writing original music for over 12 years. In Los Angeles, I have collaborated with big-name songwriters and producers for both pitch and sync purposes. In teaching songwriting, I emphasize effective lyric writing, composition, dynamics, and emotional performance.
I’ve been working with Matan for 3 months and he’s been a gift to my creative journey. From day one, he took the time to understand what I was looking to accomplish to help me with my mission. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and p... - Catherine, 19 lessons with Matan

Los Angeles, CA
My main line of work currently is songwriting. For myself, but also for others. I've exceeded requirements in various songwriting courses at Musicians Institute, and other creative writing exercises. It's a true craft and I have great technique to share with students. My teaching method...
My main line of work currently is songwriting. For myself, but also for others. I've exceeded requirements in various songwriting courses at Musicians Institute, and other creative writing exercises. It's a true craft and I have great technique to share with students. My teaching method...

Near Los Angeles, CA
As a composer, I write original themes and songs to picture, and I bring that professional craft — melody, harmony, form, and arranging — to every songwriting lesson. I am an adjunct professor at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and hold a Master of Music in Media Scoring and Production...
As a composer, I write original themes and songs to picture, and I bring that professional craft — melody, harmony, form, and arranging — to every songwriting lesson. I am an adjunct professor at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music and hold a Master of Music in Media Scoring and Production...

Near Los Angeles, CA
I have been writing songs since I was 13 years old, feeling the desire to express and communicate with the universe and with people through music. My songs have been featured in films, on albums, and performed live throughout the US and Europe. I have a degree from Berklee College of Music, though my approach is much...
I have been writing songs since I was 13 years old, feeling the desire to express and communicate with the universe and with people through music. My songs have been featured in films, on albums, and performed live throughout the US and Europe. I have a degree from Berklee College of Music, though my approach is much...

Near Los Angeles, CA
I am a songwriter, I have written songs for TV episodes, commercials and feature films in Europe, Brazil and the US for the last 15 years. I have taught songwriting classes along with new technology to lots of students at music academies, summer camps and in private classes on a one on one basis.
I am a songwriter, I have written songs for TV episodes, commercials and feature films in Europe, Brazil and the US for the last 15 years. I have taught songwriting classes along with new technology to lots of students at music academies, summer camps and in private classes on a one on one basis.
There are many teachers in LA for voice, guitar and piano. One of the hardest things to find is a teacher who can teach songwriting and composition stuff. Not in a by-the-book stuffy way, but an ACTUAL useful, practical "Let's get... - Ray, 3 lessons with Evren

Near Los Angeles, CA
I am a professional musician as well as an active composer/music producer/DJ. As an active composer/music producer/DJ, I have recorded and released various albums, EPs, and singles throughout my career, and I continue to write and produce for other artists as well as for my own projects. I have studied music formally at...
I am a professional musician as well as an active composer/music producer/DJ. As an active composer/music producer/DJ, I have recorded and released various albums, EPs, and singles throughout my career, and I continue to write and produce for other artists as well as for my own projects. I have studied music formally at...
Jesse is a very prepared and organized tutor. He communicates with you before lessons in order to find the styles that you want to achieve and your general goals as a student. Jesse is highly qualified. You can ask him any questio... - Sophia, 60 lessons with Jesse

Near Los Angeles, CA
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.

Near Los Angeles, CA
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, Jordin Sparks) and Bill Champlin (Lead singer from the band, Chicago). I...
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, Jordin Sparks) and Bill Champlin (Lead singer from the band, Chicago). I...
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, 27 lessons with NICOLETTE

Near Los Angeles, CA
I have collaborated and assisted numerous composers in their songwriting. I love the creative process, and am very excited to collaborate with others in songwriting. I am particularly helpful to people who have lots of ideas and little musical knowledge. If you are a lyricist, or singer who doesn't...
I have collaborated and assisted numerous composers in their songwriting. I love the creative process, and am very excited to collaborate with others in songwriting. I am particularly helpful to people who have lots of ideas and little musical knowledge. If you are a lyricist, or singer who doesn't...
James is patient and gives tremendous guidance for my daughter who is learning piano. The distance learning sessions are actually very doable as I was curious to know how it would work. I highly recommend James as a piano instruct... - Christine, 56 lessons with James

Near Los Angeles, CA
Music is my passion. I have played guitar since I was 15 years old, and been the lead songwriter and guitarist in 5 different bands. I have scored several movie soundtracks and understand the songwriting process. I can show students a systematic process to write songs.
Music is my passion. I have played guitar since I was 15 years old, and been the lead songwriter and guitarist in 5 different bands. I have scored several movie soundtracks and understand the songwriting process. I can show students a systematic process to write songs.
With Ian, I really enjoyed having him as a tutor. I focused more on the CBEST. After many trials and tribulations, I was getting frustrated about not passing the CBEST, but I got to pass the CBEST, all thanks to Ian. From the begi... - Jessica, 10 lessons with Ian

Near Los Angeles, CA
I've been writing songs for just over a decade for myself and other groups. I'm well versed in not only Jazz composition, but singer/songwriter, Rock, Pop, Punk, Blues, and more. I released my first album in 2016 entitled “The Complex Of Time”, and recently released my second album on all...
I've been writing songs for just over a decade for myself and other groups. I'm well versed in not only Jazz composition, but singer/songwriter, Rock, Pop, Punk, Blues, and more. I released my first album in 2016 entitled “The Complex Of Time”, and recently released my second album on all...
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

Near Los Angeles, CA
I am a touring comedian/singer/songwriter for the past 10 years. I have written almost 100 songs whether original, parody or spoken word. I also have info on the 7 components needed to write a hit song.
I am a touring comedian/singer/songwriter for the past 10 years. I have written almost 100 songs whether original, parody or spoken word. I also have info on the 7 components needed to write a hit song.
Evan worked with my child to prepare for the ISEE test, and he went above and beyond to arm my child with the tools and confidence to ACE the test! His initial diagnosis of the areas for my child to work on was spot-on, and he cre... - Anne, 27 lessons with Evan

Near Los Angeles, CA
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) and Barry Squire (A&R at Warner Bros, Geffen, Colombia). I have over 15...
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) and Barry Squire (A&R at Warner Bros, Geffen, Colombia). I have over 15...
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
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