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The Best Music Theory Tutors in Northern Virginia, VA

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Todd W. Reston, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Todd W.
60/hour

Reston, VA

Trained Music Theory tutor

I'm currently pursuing a degree in Music Composition at George Mason University and have passed or tested out of two years of undergraduate music theory. I have expertise in all of the fundamentals of music theory, such as...

4.9 (124)
60/hour
1,097 hours tutoring

I'm currently pursuing a degree in Music Composition at George Mason University and have passed or tested out of two years of undergraduate music theory. I have expertise in all of the fundamentals of music theory, such as...

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

Washington, DC

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

Patient and insightful music theory and composition tutor with years of experience working with children and adults alike. After graduating from Eastman School of Music with a Bachelors in Music Theory, I moved to New York City to...

5.0 (483)
65/hour
886 hours tutoring

Patient and insightful music theory and composition tutor with years of experience working with children and adults alike. After graduating from Eastman School of Music with a Bachelors in Music Theory, I moved to New York City to...

David M. College Park, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
David M.
110/hour

College Park, MD

BA in music theory

After getting a 5 in AP Music Theory, which required ear training, I got a bachelor's degree in music. This required four musicianship courses. Since high school, I have participated in choirs requiring regular sight reading and ear...

4.9 (39)
110/hour
185 hours tutoring

After getting a 5 in AP Music Theory, which required ear training, I got a bachelor's degree in music. This required four musicianship courses. Since high school, I have participated in choirs requiring regular sight reading and ear...

Rebecca W. Annandale, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rebecca W.
35/hour

Annandale, VA

Lifelong musician with sight-singing skills

I received a 5 (highest score) on the AP Music Theory exam, including a 5 on the sight-singing portion. I can play the french horn, trumpet, clarinet, alto saxophone, drums, ukulele, guitar, piano, and am currently learning violin.

5.0 (3)
35/hour
22 hours tutoring

I received a 5 (highest score) on the AP Music Theory exam, including a 5 on the sight-singing portion. I can play the french horn, trumpet, clarinet, alto saxophone, drums, ukulele, guitar, piano, and am currently learning violin.

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
430 hours tutoring

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

Neil P. Waldorf, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Neil P.
80/hour

Waldorf, MD

ASCP M, Science and Music Tutoring

Professional violinist, Neil P. resides in Waldorf, MD and has been teaching for over 20 years. Lessons take place in his home studio. Mr. P. teaches strings which includes violin, viola, and cello. He also teaches piano lessons. Mr. P. is a...

3.0 (1)
80/hour
12 hours tutoring

Professional violinist, Neil P. resides in Waldorf, MD and has been teaching for over 20 years. Lessons take place in his home studio. Mr. P. teaches strings which includes violin, viola, and cello. He also teaches piano lessons. Mr. P. is a...

Chiann T. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chiann T.
70/hour

Washington, DC

BMus in Piano Performance with strong college music theory background

...performance major, I took 7 semesters of collegiate music theory with a cumulative 3.94 GPA across all music theory courses. I have extensive knowledge of music theory, including written and aural music theory skills; keyboard theory and figured bass; jazz...

5.0 (9)
70/hour
85 hours tutoring

...performance major, I took 7 semesters of collegiate music theory with a cumulative 3.94 GPA across all music theory courses. I have extensive knowledge of music theory, including written and aural music theory skills; keyboard theory and figured bass; jazz...

Laurie B. Rockville, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laurie B.
66/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)
66/hour
948 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

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...

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

Glendale, CA Tutoring
Philip P.
65/hour

Los Angeles based songwriter and producer

I can teach you countless different approaches to writing a song so you never get stuck, what mindset to have, structure, melody, rhythm, instrumentation, dynamics, and even use music theory when necessary to better understand why a song...

5.0 (534)
65/hour
1,977 hours tutoring

I can teach you countless different approaches to writing a song so you never get stuck, what mindset to have, structure, melody, rhythm, instrumentation, dynamics, and even use music theory when necessary to better understand why a song...

Jersey City, NJ Tutoring
Elizabeth D.
70/hour

Music Theory Tutor for High School & College

I tutor high school and undergraduate college level music theory students. I took several years of music theory classes during my undergraduate and graduate level music studies. If you have general or specific questions about...

5.0 (1087)
70/hour
2,974 hours tutoring

I tutor high school and undergraduate college level music theory students. I took several years of music theory classes during my undergraduate and graduate level music studies. If you have general or specific questions about...

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 (292)
125/hour
927 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 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...

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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5.0 (2339)
50/hour
5,480 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

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.

Atlanta, GA Tutoring
Mickey H.
85/hour

Master's degree in music, music theory curriculum creator

I have been a curriculum creator for the AP Music Theory test, and my students consistently get the highest 5s on the exam. I have a Master’s degree in music, experience teaching at the college level, 10+ years of teaching experience,...

5.0 (63)
85/hour
178 hours tutoring

I have been a curriculum creator for the AP Music Theory test, and my students consistently get the highest 5s on the exam. I have a Master’s degree in music, experience teaching at the college level, 10+ years of teaching experience,...

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...

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5.0 (166)
100/hour
320 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...

Boydton, VA Tutoring
Bradyn C.
70/hour

Violin, Piano, and Music Theory Teacher

I am a musician currently based in Hanover, Pennsylvania. I teach violin, piano, music theory, and general music. I have been involved with music most of my life, starting with the piano and eventually adding the violin. I have studied...

5.0 (163)
70/hour
413 hours tutoring

I am a musician currently based in Hanover, Pennsylvania. I teach violin, piano, music theory, and general music. I have been involved with music most of my life, starting with the piano and eventually adding the violin. I have studied...

Waterford, MI Tutoring
Scott S.
40/hour

Music theory

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

5.0 (200)
40/hour
454 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutes

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

Novi, MI Tutoring
James Y.
45/hour

Music Theory/Trumpet

I have earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in Trumpet Performance and a Master of Music in Music Theory from Michigan State University. I have a strong passion for pedagogy in both fields, having experience teaching trumpet at all levels, and...

5.0 (89)
45/hour
133 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

I have earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in Trumpet Performance and a Master of Music in Music Theory from Michigan State University. I have a strong passion for pedagogy in both fields, having experience teaching trumpet at all levels, and...

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 (85)
65/hour
729 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!

Worcester, MA Tutoring
Erica F.
275/hour

Former College Music Professor With 12+ Years of Teaching Experience

Ready to ace your music theory course or AP Music Theory exam? Let’s work together! I hold a Ph.D. in Music, a degree that requires advanced music theory expertise. I have also held faculty appointments at both UNC-Chapel...

5.0 (1040)
275/hour
2,956 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes

Ready to ace your music theory course or AP Music Theory exam? Let’s work together! I hold a Ph.D. in Music, a degree that requires advanced music theory expertise. I have also held faculty appointments at both UNC-Chapel...

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 (61)
90/hour
213 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,...

Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Kyle K.
50/hour

PhD Student in Composition with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Music Composition at SUNY Stony Brook.

5.0 (54)
50/hour
226 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Music Composition at SUNY Stony Brook.

New York, NY Tutoring
Alice H.
50/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 (55)
50/hour
87 hours tutoring

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...

Marion, IN Tutoring
Marc W.
100/hour

PhD, Prof of Music Theory, AP Coach & Private Tutor for 30 yrs

PhD Music Theory, University of Buffalo 30+ years experience as a full time university Professor of Music Theory AP Coach and Private Music Theory Tutor

5.0 (299)
100/hour
1,067 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutes

PhD Music Theory, University of Buffalo 30+ years experience as a full time university Professor of Music Theory AP Coach and Private Music Theory Tutor

Chicago, IL Tutoring
Mike F.
45/hour

Adjunct Faculty in Music at Saint Xavier University

I have two Bachelor's degrees in music performance and music theory from the University of Michigan, and two Master's degrees in music performance and music theory from Northwestern University. At both schools I tutored...

5.0 (82)
45/hour
199 hours tutoring

I have two Bachelor's degrees in music performance and music theory from the University of Michigan, and two Master's degrees in music performance and music theory from Northwestern University. At both schools I tutored...

Los Angeles, CA Tutoring
Reuven H.
90/hour

Learn From a Renowned Film Composer!

...with Conrad Pope (My Week with Marilyn) and Angel Velez at the LA Film Conducting Intensive. Reuven is an expert in music theory and production, and is very knowledgeable in both contemporary music (including jazz, rock, and pop) as well as traditional...

4.9 (41)
90/hour
286 hours tutoring

...with Conrad Pope (My Week with Marilyn) and Angel Velez at the LA Film Conducting Intensive. Reuven is an expert in music theory and production, and is very knowledgeable in both contemporary music (including jazz, rock, and pop) as well as traditional...

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Jens P.

20 lessons

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.

16 lessons

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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Music Theory Tutors in Northern Virginia, VA

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