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LAURA B. New York, NY, available for online & in-person 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...

5.0 (212)
125/hour
659 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutes

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...

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

Learn From a Renowned Film Composer!

For beginner students, he employs a hands-on approach to learning the fundamentals based on practical experience and ear training to pick up theoretical concepts. He also teaches advanced elements of contemporary music composition,...

4.9 (40)
90/hour
223 hours tutoring

For beginner students, he employs a hands-on approach to learning the fundamentals based on practical experience and ear training to pick up theoretical concepts. He also teaches advanced elements of contemporary music composition,...

Carlos J. Lafayette, IN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carlos J.
30/hour

Going on my final year in music composition

I have written many pieces for Ball State's Student Composers' Forums and colleagues' recitals. I have been taking lessons for about four years. I focus on chamber music which I have received pleasing feedback.

4.8 (4)
30/hour
34 hours tutoring

I have written many pieces for Ball State's Student Composers' Forums and colleagues' recitals. I have been taking lessons for about four years. I focus on chamber music which I have received pleasing feedback.

Jay D. Cary, NC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jay D.
45/hour

Masters Degree in Music Composition and Theory

I have a Bachelor's and a Masters of music composition, theory, and performance. I have been a composer for over 6 years and have had many pieces performed. I have taught and mentored on composition, music theory, and guitar performance.

5.0 (3)
45/hour
13 hours tutoring

I have a Bachelor's and a Masters of music composition, theory, and performance. I have been a composer for over 6 years and have had many pieces performed. I have taught and mentored on composition, music theory, and guitar performance.

David W. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
David W.
75/hour

PhD in Music Composition with 5+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have a PhD in music composition. I have a wide variety of compositional experience, having composed chamber music, orchestral music, opera, musical theatre, and pop songs (among other things) for professional performers and venues....

5.0 (125)
75/hour
380 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes

I have a PhD in music composition. I have a wide variety of compositional experience, having composed chamber music, orchestral music, opera, musical theatre, and pop songs (among other things) for professional performers and venues....

Miss Shawn T. Amherst, OH, available for online tutoring
Miss Shawn T.
35/hour

Music Composition

I am a member of ASCAP as a Songwriter. I write and compose my own music for other musicians. I use various DAWs to create music such as Logic Pro, Garage Band, Studio One Professional, and others.

4.9 (721)
35/hour
2,460 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutes

I am a member of ASCAP as a Songwriter. I write and compose my own music for other musicians. I use various DAWs to create music such as Logic Pro, Garage Band, Studio One Professional, and others.

Marc E. Tualatin, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marc E.
100/hour

PhD in Music Composition

I have taught theory both at the college level and privately. Plus, I'm a composer and use it every day.

5.0 (2)
100/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutes

I have taught theory both at the college level and privately. Plus, I'm a composer and use it every day.

Kyle K. Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kyle K.
50/hour

PhD Student in Music Composition with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have been teaching private lessons in music performance (piano), music theory, and composition since 2014. I have also been teaching music classes (including "Elements of Music") at SUNY Stony Brook since 2020.

5.0 (53)
50/hour
186 hours tutoring

I have been teaching private lessons in music performance (piano), music theory, and composition since 2014. I have also been teaching music classes (including "Elements of Music") at SUNY Stony Brook since 2020.

Christian W. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christian W.
50/hour

Juilliard Graduate - Music Composition, Piano and Theory

Hello! I offer lessons in music composition, theory, and piano. All genres are welcome - students can decide to focus on one or all of these subjects. I have a Master's degree from Juilliard where I majored in composition. My...

5.0 (40)
50/hour
42 hours tutoring

Hello! I offer lessons in music composition, theory, and piano. All genres are welcome - students can decide to focus on one or all of these subjects. I have a Master's degree from Juilliard where I majored in composition. My...

Chris B. Huntsville, AL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris B.
60/hour

BA in Music Composition, Pursuing MA in Music Composition

I've taught piano, jazz piano, jazz improvisation, classical music theory, jazz theory, and digital music production. I can also teach composition, jazz arranging, music engraving (Finale), and Logic Pro X usage. During my undergraduate years, I...

5.0 (11)
60/hour
42 hours tutoring

I've taught piano, jazz piano, jazz improvisation, classical music theory, jazz theory, and digital music production. I can also teach composition, jazz arranging, music engraving (Finale), and Logic Pro X usage. During my undergraduate years, I...

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

Eastman School of Music/NYU - Music Theory and Composition Teacher

I am an accomplished pianist and composer who has won various awards in music composition (NYMF, ASCAP awards) as well as in lyric writing (Holof and ASCAP.) www.johnmercurio.com I have a Bachelor's in Theory from the Eastman School...

5.0 (463)
65/hour
855 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes

I am an accomplished pianist and composer who has won various awards in music composition (NYMF, ASCAP awards) as well as in lyric writing (Holof and ASCAP.) www.johnmercurio.com I have a Bachelor's in Theory from the Eastman School...

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

Degrees in Music Composition. Composer for 45 + Years

I have a Bachelors and a Masters of Music in Composition. I compose in both the traditional styles and computer/electronic genre. Please read my Bio for more of my qualifications. Mark

5.0 (1345)
44/hour
3,486 hours tutoring

I have a Bachelors and a Masters of Music in Composition. I compose in both the traditional styles and computer/electronic genre. Please read my Bio for more of my qualifications. Mark

Sarah J. Eugene, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarah J.
70/hour

PhD Candidate in Music Composition with 10+ Years Teaching Experiance

I have been working as a professional musician for 15+ years and have taught music from beginning to collegiate level for 10+ years. I hold a dual bachelor degree in music composition and performance from the University of the Pacific. I...

5.0 (14)
70/hour
56 hours tutoring

I have been working as a professional musician for 15+ years and have taught music from beginning to collegiate level for 10+ years. I hold a dual bachelor degree in music composition and performance from the University of the Pacific. I...

Michael R. Philadelphia, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael R.
60/hour

Trombonist/Educator/Arranger

I have taken about 5 levels of ear training courses and two transcription and analysis courses. I also freelance writing music compositions for people so all my ear training skills are being used, Examples are available on request.

5.0 (32)
60/hour
89 hours tutoring

I have taken about 5 levels of ear training courses and two transcription and analysis courses. I also freelance writing music compositions for people so all my ear training skills are being used, Examples are available on request.

Caleb C. Anaheim, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Caleb C.
59/hour

MFA in Music Composition for the Screen & Media Composer for 10+ years

I have written more than 1,000 compositions for games, videos, podcasts, and live performances. I am proficient in music production and implementation software including Cubase, Pro Tools, Ableton, FL Studio, Digital Performer, Wwise, Fmod, and...

5.0 (69)
59/hour
285 hours tutoring

I have written more than 1,000 compositions for games, videos, podcasts, and live performances. I am proficient in music production and implementation software including Cubase, Pro Tools, Ableton, FL Studio, Digital Performer, Wwise, Fmod, and...

Kathleen L. Gardiner, ME, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kathleen L.
70/hour

Master's in Woodwind Performance, Bachelor's in Music Performance

While studying for my undergraduate degree from The College of New Jersey, I took the highest level of music theory as well as a music composition course. I am therefore well versed in composition.

5.0 (220)
70/hour
876 hours tutoring

While studying for my undergraduate degree from The College of New Jersey, I took the highest level of music theory as well as a music composition course. I am therefore well versed in composition.

Mike F. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mike F.
45/hour

Freelance Musician with 20+ Years of Professional Experience

I studied classical music composition and orchestration with Paul Schoenfield at the University of Michigan. I've also written and performed a variety of classical, jazz, electronic and hip-hop music alone and in collaboration with...

5.0 (81)
45/hour
197 hours tutoring

I studied classical music composition and orchestration with Paul Schoenfield at the University of Michigan. I've also written and performed a variety of classical, jazz, electronic and hip-hop music alone and in collaboration with...

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

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

I’ve released several albums and composed original scores for network TV shows, both short films and a feature film. In addition to performance and technique, I can help with: Music composition and songwriting Music theory...

5.0 (462)
70/hour
1,921 hours tutoring

I’ve released several albums and composed original scores for network TV shows, both short films and a feature film. In addition to performance and technique, I can help with: Music composition and songwriting Music theory...

Em R. Laguna Niguel, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Em R.
50/hour

Conservatory-Trained Musician with Master's in Composition

I have a Master's in Composition, with a background as a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. My 6 years studying music composition allowed me to experiment writing for voice, working with text, and combining my knowledge of...

5.0 (27)
50/hour
71 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutes

I have a Master's in Composition, with a background as a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. My 6 years studying music composition allowed me to experiment writing for voice, working with text, and combining my knowledge of...

Joel P. Grand Rapids, MI, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joel P.
60/hour

BA in music composition.

I studied music composition at Calvin University and actively train my ears to hear the notes and chords in songs. If you'd like to learn songs by ear but don't know where to start, I can help!

5.0 (2)
60/hour
2 hours tutoring

I studied music composition at Calvin University and actively train my ears to hear the notes and chords in songs. If you'd like to learn songs by ear but don't know where to start, I can help!

Rob S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rob S.
45/hour

Bachelor's and a Masters Degree in Music Composition

I hold both a Bachelor's degree in Jazz composition/ arranging and a Masters Degree in music composition, studying with world renowned, Pulitzer Prize winning composer Charles Wuorinen. I have taught composition, arranging,...

5.0 (3)
45/hour
19 hours tutoring

I hold both a Bachelor's degree in Jazz composition/ arranging and a Masters Degree in music composition, studying with world renowned, Pulitzer Prize winning composer Charles Wuorinen. I have taught composition, arranging,...

Sheung-Ping L. Cleveland, OH, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sheung-Ping L.
75/hour

DMA in Music Composition with 30+ Years of Teaching Experience

I received ATCL in Piano Teaching in 1982 and LTCTL in Piano Performance from Trinity College of Music in the 1983. I have been teaching the piano since 1979. I have a DMA in Music Composition and MM in Music Education.

75/hour

I received ATCL in Piano Teaching in 1982 and LTCTL in Piano Performance from Trinity College of Music in the 1983. I have been teaching the piano since 1979. I have a DMA in Music Composition and MM in Music Education.

David P. Mastic, NY, available for online tutoring
David P.
50/hour

Composition, Music Theory, Music Production, and French Horn Tutor

I teach music composition, production, history, French horn, and ear training on Wyzant. I am a music professional, composer, and doctoral candidate pursuing a D.M.A. in Music Composition and Arranging at Five Towns College. I am...

5.0 (112)
50/hour
309 hours tutoring

I teach music composition, production, history, French horn, and ear training on Wyzant. I am a music professional, composer, and doctoral candidate pursuing a D.M.A. in Music Composition and Arranging at Five Towns College. I am...

Matthew F. Madison, TN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew F.
60/hour

Master of Music Theory and Composition

Anything that includes music, I understand at a master's level. My time at SMU I taught children prepping for the AP exam, grad school exams, and their theory and musicianship classes. It is a great honor and exciting to work with general music...

5.0 (1)
60/hour
11 hours tutoring

Anything that includes music, I understand at a master's level. My time at SMU I taught children prepping for the AP exam, grad school exams, and their theory and musicianship classes. It is a great honor and exciting to work with general music...

Ian M. Cincinnati, OH, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian M.
75/hour

Ableton Live Electronic Music Composition 2+ Years of Teaching Experie

I have studied electronic music composition in Ableton Live for 4+ years and taught it for the last 2+ years. I studied traditional composition during my undergraduate degree as well as clarinet. I have experience teaching beginners to...

5.0 (312)
75/hour
949 hours tutoring

I have studied electronic music composition in Ableton Live for 4+ years and taught it for the last 2+ years. I studied traditional composition during my undergraduate degree as well as clarinet. I have experience teaching beginners to...

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Shirley T.

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He started off by asking lots of questions about the type of music my son enjoys. Because my son has been taking piano for years, his response revolved around what he’s learned on the piano. But Zane helped him to think about other types of music around him, such as songs on the radio or in video games. My son had never thought about connecting music composition to other areas of his life. Thanks to Zane, he’s expanded his idea of what’s possible and is super excited for his next lesson.
Erin M.

2 lessons

Ian was great with my son. He helped him by first telling him the “good” things my son had done in his music composition, and then give him some suggestions for improvement. I would recommend Ian!
Noah M.

6 lessons

Lisa helped me recover from bad tutors. Created an effective schedule tailored to my needs and what I enjoyed playing. She is incredibly knowledgeable in music theory, music analysis, and music composition. Every lesson I learned something new. I never felt ashamed if I hadn't practiced like many other tutors do. I thoroughly enjoyed each session. I would and will recommend anyone trying to learn piano or trying to find a new or better tutor to Lisa!
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