The Best Songwriting Tutors in Oakland, CA

Oakland, CA

10+ Years Writing Original Songs in Numerous Styles

Songwriting is the best! I love all kinds of music so my songwriting tends to be eclectic. I write poetry so writing song lyrics comes naturally to me. I also produce hip hop, including rap lyrics. I can show you so many different ways to approach songwriting, including how to generate lyrics. The... See Jake's full profile

Near Oakland, CA

Hip-Hop Artist

I have been writing songs since I was 13 years old. I have released a lyrical hip-hop album. Furthermore, I have been helping numerous of my creative friends (singers and rappers) as a songwriter. I have written over 50 songs in my lifetime. I have participated in many writer's workshops at Young Chicago... See Danylo's full profile

Near Oakland, CA

Experienced Audio Engineer, Producer and Composer

I’m an audio engineer, producer, and composer with 15+ years of professional experience and a passion for helping people make better music. My credits include RIAA Platinum and Gold awards and a #1 Billboard album for production on Kodak Black’s Dying to Live. I’ve produced and engineered across Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop,... See Ian's full profile

Near Oakland, CA

Multilingual, Major Linguist, Translator & Guitar Player

Composition and songwriting have always been passions of mine. I wrote my first songs when I was 15 years old, but as it always happens, they were too close to other I listen to in that period. I like to write my songs in English, especially because I listen to a lot of English or American. Being that I love... See Nicolo's full profile

Seasoned Songwriter with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have been writing songs since I was a freshmen is high school. Songwriting is one of the intimate forms of self expression and should be treated as such. Because it is so personal, students must be made to feel completely at ease... See Rashida's full profile

Experienced Singer, Songwriter, and Choir Director

I have been singing and songwriting since I was a child. I have also composed vocal, choral, and instrumental pieces. I am skilled in poetry and expressing feelings through music. I have experience as a Choir Director of children and adult... See Peri's full profile

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,... See NICOLETTE's full profile

Guitar technique, theory , songwriting and creativity

I have been a guitar teacher for over 15 years, teaching all skill levels and ages. I have taught private and group lessons in different music establishments as well as in home lessons, and I'm happy to provide a resume for any inquiries. I enjoy... See Matthew's full profile

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)... See Philip's full profile

Composer and Music Educator

I have a Master of Music in Composition degree from the University of South Carolina School of Music and have been teaching private lessons in violin, guitar, voice, music theory, and composition for over 5 years. My current studio consists of... See Rachelle's full profile

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... See Reuven's full profile

Songwriter and Producer based in Nashville - Berklee grad

Songwriting offers limitless expression, allowing you to convey profound emotions and stories through lyrical poetry, melody, and harmony. The best part is that it's a skill that can be honed by anyone! With a decade of experience as a... See Michael's full profile

Songwriter for 12 Years

I have been writing and recording and performing my own songs for a while now. Songwriting is one of those things that takes time and a lot of determination, but I thoroughly believe that everyone has the skill inside of them. I will be... See Evan's full profile

Professional singer-songwriter with 10+years of teaching experience!

I hold a Specialized Honors Bachelor of Fine Arts in Classical Voice Performance. I am an alumnus of the prestigious International Songwriter Residency program at The Banff Center for Arts and Creativity. I am an alumnus of SongCon... See Kaili's full profile

Learn songwriting from a Musicians Institute grad & pro composer.

With over 20 years of experience as a songwriter, composer, and performer, I help students craft melodies, lyrics, and harmonies that bring their musical ideas to life. As a Musicians Institute graduate, I teach song structure, chord... See Rene Sagnelli's full profile

Conservatory-Trained Musician with Master's in Composition

My 6 years studying music composition allowed me to experiment writing for voice, working with text, and combining my knowledge of songwriting with my experience of music composition. Songwriting comes naturally for some, but it is a... See Em's full profile

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... See Evren's full profile

Bachelors in Composition/Arranging (songwriting)

I’ve also helped likeminded musicians how to use theory to advance their understanding of music in general and create more of an interest in songwriting on a personal level! See Josh's full profile

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... See John's full profile

Published songwriter and ASCAP member

In addition to assisting other musicians for years, I have published seven albums and am completing my eighth. I have written for many different genres. Currently teach composition part-time at the college level. I have written commercial music,... See Dave's full profile

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... See Dr. Ethan's full profile

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. See Megan's full profile

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. See Evan's full profile

3+ year band writer

Through founding and leading two bands and playing gigs at the Whiskey, Troubadour, etc, I have the qualifications needed to teach music composition and songwriting to musicians of all levels. Through my education at the School of Rock, at... See Joshua's full profile

Signed Professional Recording Artist seeking vocal/music students...

I am a professional Singer/Songwriter/ Composer/Performer signed to Universal Music Group and Tate Music Group now available to offer voice, piano, and guitar lessons. I have my BM degree in music performance specializing in... See David's full profile