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

Los Angeles, CA

Award Winning - Berklee College Graduate

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...

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5.0 (941)
100/hour
3,076 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

Learn Songwriting from a Music Theory Ph.D. Expert & Pro Songwriter

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...

5.0 (295)
100/hour
487 hours tutoring

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...

Reuven H. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Reuven H.
90/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Film Composer with 200+ Years of Experience Songwriting

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...

4.9 (46)
90/hour
359 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

I have been a professional songwriter for over 30 years

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....

4.9 (32)
100/hour
137 hours tutoring

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....

Mikhail B. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mikhail B.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Grammy Award-Winning Producer Teaching Songwriting

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...

5.0 (4)
100/hour
6 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

Experienced & Compassionate Tutor/Retired HS Teacher

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...

5.0 (6)
95/hour
24 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

GET HELP WRITING YOUR OWN SONGS

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".

4.9 (129)
100/hour
426 hours tutoring

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".

Christopher H. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christopher H.
70/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Experienced producer, songwriter with 20 years’ experience in teaching

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...

5.0 (2)
70/hour
6 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

UIUC Music Studies Grad for Songwriting & Composition

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...

5.0 (1)
60/hour
5 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

Bachelors in Songwriting with a focus on singing/voice principle

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...

5.0 (45)
60/hour
154 hours tutoring

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...

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

Los Angeles, CA

Award-Winning Songwriter & Creative Coach for All Levels

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.

5.0 (30)
75/hour
103 hours tutoring

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.

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

Los Angeles, CA

Write songs with Singer-songwriter producer and keyboardist from LA

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...

5.0 (6)
40/hour
11 hours tutoring

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...

Matan K. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matan K.
85/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Songwriter with 12+ Years of Experience

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.

5.0 (88)
85/hour
206 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minuteNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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.

Ricky E. Los Angeles, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Ricky E.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

The lessons and approach you need.

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...

5.0 (1)
75/hour
9 hours tutoring

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...

Ray K. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ray K.
150/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Film & TV Composer and Songwriter with 10+ Years of Experience

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...

5.0 (4)
150/hour
49 hours tutoring

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...

Monique M. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Monique M.
100/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Charango Lessons & Medicine Music for all levels!

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...

5.0 (11)
100/hour
29 hours tutoring

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...

Evren T. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evren T.
80/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

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

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.

5.0 (483)
80/hour
2,045 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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.

Jesse M. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jesse M.
80/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Compose modern music in Electronic Music, EDM, DnB, House, Hip-Hop

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...

5.0 (142)
80/hour
1,007 hours tutoring

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...

Megan M. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Megan M.
65/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Songwriting

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.

5.0 (140)
65/hour
630 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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.

NICOLETTE H. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
NICOLETTE H.
75/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Bachelors of Vocal Performance from Cal State Northridge

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...

5.0 (169)
75/hour
1,150 hours tutoring

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...

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

Near Los Angeles, CA

Doctor of Musical Arts, Yale School of Music

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...

5.0 (243)
100/hour
627 hours tutoring

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...

Ian Y. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian Y.
130/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Musician and Songwriter with 20+ Years Experience

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.

4.9 (44)
130/hour
128 hours tutoring

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.

Josh W. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Josh W.
75/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Bachelors in Jazz Composition and Arranging

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...

5.0 (231)
75/hour
979 hours tutoring

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...

Evan W. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evan W.
169/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Top-Rated Test Prep (SAT / ACT / ISEE / HSPT / SSAT / SCAT) Tutor

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.

5.0 (2232)
169/hour
11,869 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutesNote that average response time is based on Evan’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

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.

Philip P. Near Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Philip P.
65/hour

Near Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles based songwriter and producer

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...

5.0 (546)
65/hour
2,035 hours tutoring

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...

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Songwriting Tutors in Los Angeles, CA

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