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The Best Music Theory Tutors in San Jose, CA

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Leon B. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
180/hour

Near San Jose, CA

International Music Producer & Artist

I majored in Music, I'm a touring DJ and musical artist, and I also produce tracks for artist all over the globe. So anything you're interested in - from Music History to Music Theory to Music Production to Musical Performance and Composition - I'm here to teach all I know and to take you to the...

5.0 (76)
180/hour
436 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I majored in Music, I'm a touring DJ and musical artist, and I also produce tracks for artist all over the globe. So anything you're interested in - from Music History to Music Theory to Music Production to Musical Performance and Composition - I'm here to teach all I know and to take you to the...

Joshua S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joshua S.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

3+ year band writer

Through my education at the School of Rock, at my local music school, etc, I have also picked up tips and tricks that are useful to composition. Lastly, as the founder of my local music theory chapter, I have the tools needed to understand and explain the language of music to others.

5.0 (9)
50/hour
14 hours tutoring

Through my education at the School of Rock, at my local music school, etc, I have also picked up tips and tricks that are useful to composition. Lastly, as the founder of my local music theory chapter, I have the tools needed to understand and explain the language of music to others.

Matthew I. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew I.
100/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Music Theory

I have been through 3 years of Music Theory in college and I've always received an A in those classes. Many people struggle with music theory classes but having a teacher who explains the concepts clearly is crucial to understanding Music Theory. With patience and determination, I can help you...

5.0 (158)
100/hour
290 hours tutoring

I have been through 3 years of Music Theory in college and I've always received an A in those classes. Many people struggle with music theory classes but having a teacher who explains the concepts clearly is crucial to understanding Music Theory. With patience and determination, I can help you...

Jonathan W. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan W.
150/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Guitarist Playing in Pop / Rock / Jazz Bands for 15 Years

I have been playing guitar for over 15 years and have performed in many concerts, gigs, and musicals throughout university. I have completed music theory and composition coursework and teach guitar with a focus on foundational music theory to beginner and intermediate players. Example concepts include...

5.0 (53)
150/hour
105 hours tutoring

I have been playing guitar for over 15 years and have performed in many concerts, gigs, and musicals throughout university. I have completed music theory and composition coursework and teach guitar with a focus on foundational music theory to beginner and intermediate players. Example concepts include...

Audrey S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Audrey S.
75/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Stanford PhD/Princeton Grad for Math/Chemistry Tutoring

I was a two-time winner in the Princeton Sinfonia Concerto Competition and a finalist in the Columbus Symphony Concerto Competition.  Outside of music performance, I have studied music theory, composition, arranging and orchestration, film scoring, and music history at both Princeton and Stanford. I am...

5.0 (5)
75/hour
9 hours tutoring

I was a two-time winner in the Princeton Sinfonia Concerto Competition and a finalist in the Columbus Symphony Concerto Competition.  Outside of music performance, I have studied music theory, composition, arranging and orchestration, film scoring, and music history at both Princeton and Stanford. I am...

Mihyun C. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mihyun C.
80/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Bioengineering PhD

I earned a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology from Emory University and a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. I then completed both my M.S. and Ph.D. in Bioengineering at Stanford University. My academic background has provided me with a strong interdisciplinary foundation...

5.0 (3)
80/hour
5 hours tutoring

I earned a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology from Emory University and a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. I then completed both my M.S. and Ph.D. in Bioengineering at Stanford University. My academic background has provided me with a strong interdisciplinary foundation...

Ian A. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian A.
125/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Experienced Teacher with Extensive Experience in All HS Sciences

Greetings, I’m Ian! I like to consider myself a “Learning Facilitator,” rather than a teacher, because in the end, a student can only learn if they take responsibility for their own growth. As a facilitator, my job is to find ways to inspire the individual student to find motivation, and to give them the nudges and...

5.0 (2)
125/hour
13 hours tutoring

Greetings, I’m Ian! I like to consider myself a “Learning Facilitator,” rather than a teacher, because in the end, a student can only learn if they take responsibility for their own growth. As a facilitator, my job is to find ways to inspire the individual student to find motivation, and to give them the nudges and...

Eric L. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eric L.
80/hour

San Jose, CA

Experienced Piano Teacher | Student of SFCM Erna Gulabyan

My teaching approach focuses on fostering aesthetic appreciation through a balanced understanding of both emotional and rational aspects of music. I aim to address core issues, explain foundational logic, and provide targeted guidance for students preparing for exams—including music theory to help you achieve a...

5.0 (5)
80/hour
16 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

My teaching approach focuses on fostering aesthetic appreciation through a balanced understanding of both emotional and rational aspects of music. I aim to address core issues, explain foundational logic, and provide targeted guidance for students preparing for exams—including music theory to help you achieve a...

Annika J. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Annika J.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

College Application Advisor and Music Composition Teacher

- AP Music Theory in high school - Scored a 5 (highest score) on both aural and non-aural sections of the AP exam. - Music composition major at Stanford - Take foundational theory knowledge and apply it to writing my own music

5.0 (8)
50/hour
17 hours tutoring

- AP Music Theory in high school - Scored a 5 (highest score) on both aural and non-aural sections of the AP exam. - Music composition major at Stanford - Take foundational theory knowledge and apply it to writing my own music

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

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

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Erica F.
275/hour

Music Ph.D. with 12+ Years of Teaching Experience

Erica, a musicologist who has taught music theory at UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC School of the Arts. I work with students in undergraduate music theory, high school students taking AP Music Theory, and beyond. I specialize in...

5.0 (1050)
275/hour
3,053 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Erica’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

Erica, a musicologist who has taught music theory at UNC-Chapel Hill and UNC School of the Arts. I work with students in undergraduate music theory, high school students taking AP Music Theory, and beyond. I specialize in...

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
Aaron W.
60/hour

Music Theory Teacher, College Level

I specialize in teaching Music Theory, and I taught Music Theory and AP Music Theory courses for 10 years in the classroom setting, in College and High School. In particular, my AP Music Theory students have...

5.0 (82)
60/hour
245 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I specialize in teaching Music Theory, and I taught Music Theory and AP Music Theory courses for 10 years in the classroom setting, in College and High School. In particular, my AP Music Theory students have...

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
John M.
65/hour

Eastman School of Music & NYU Music Theory & Composition | 20+ Years

...theatre writers developing their compositional voice I hold a Bachelor's in Music Theory from the Eastman School of Music and a Master's in Music Composition and Theory from NYU. I have spent over twenty years teaching and working as a professional...

5.0 (510)
65/hour
909 hours tutoring

...theatre writers developing their compositional voice I hold a Bachelor's in Music Theory from the Eastman School of Music and a Master's in Music Composition and Theory from NYU. I have spent over twenty years teaching and working as a professional...

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
James Y.
50/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 (93)
50/hour
165 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
Josh W.
50/hour

Bachelors in Composition/Arranging (songwriting)

I have a bachelors in Jazz composition and performance with an emphasis in guitar. Theory is one of my biggest strengths as a musician. I’ve been teaching music theory for nearly half a decade and I’ve helped many students get into...

5.0 (230)
50/hour
978 hours tutoring

I have a bachelors in Jazz composition and performance with an emphasis in guitar. Theory is one of my biggest strengths as a musician. I’ve been teaching music theory for nearly half a decade and I’ve helped many students get into...

Near San Jose, CA 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 (90)
65/hour
774 hours tutoring
Response time: 53 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jonathan’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

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!

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
Megan M.
65/hour

Tutor Available for Music, English, and Math Tutoring

I hold an undergraduate degree in Music with an emphasis in Piano from a school in Southern California. I teach piano, music theory, musicianship, songwriting, psychology, English, and math. I've taught all ages and levels of...

5.0 (140)
65/hour
619 hours tutoring

I hold an undergraduate degree in Music with an emphasis in Piano from a school in Southern California. I teach piano, music theory, musicianship, songwriting, psychology, English, and math. I've taught all ages and levels of...

Near San Jose, CA 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 (2412)
50/hour
5,713 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response time is based on Elizabeth’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

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.

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
Evren T.
70/hour

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

I studied Music Theory and traditional harmony, Jazz harmony, improvisation in Europe and Film Scoring at UCLA, CA. It is my passion to teach Music Theory. I have composed original musical scores for several feature films and TV...

5.0 (480)
70/hour
2,037 hours tutoring

I studied Music Theory and traditional harmony, Jazz harmony, improvisation in Europe and Film Scoring at UCLA, CA. It is my passion to teach Music Theory. I have composed original musical scores for several feature films and TV...

Near San Jose, CA 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 (355)
125/hour
1,140 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Near San Jose, 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 (541)
65/hour
2,001 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...

Near San Jose, CA Tutoring
Joseph N.
90/hour

Experienced Piano and Music Theory Instructor - Berklee Graduate

...continue to sift through the never-ending wealth of music in the world. I'm happy to share all I know regarding piano, music theory, learning by ear, college prep, and beyond! ...

5.0 (96)
90/hour
490 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

...continue to sift through the never-ending wealth of music in the world. I'm happy to share all I know regarding piano, music theory, learning by ear, college prep, and beyond! ...

Near San Jose, CA 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 (65)
50/hour
115 hours tutoring
Response time: 56 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

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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 (45)
90/hour
318 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...

Near San Jose, CA 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 (72)
90/hour
255 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,...

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Mark Y.
48/hour

Music Theory PhD teaches fundamentals, analysis, aural skills

I am currently a music teacher and adjunct professor, teaching music theory, aural skills, voice, piano, guitar, and bass. I have taught the undergraduate core theory sequence, and graduate classes in analysis and counterpoint. I have also...

5.0 (27)
48/hour
96 hours tutoring

I am currently a music teacher and adjunct professor, teaching music theory, aural skills, voice, piano, guitar, and bass. I have taught the undergraduate core theory sequence, and graduate classes in analysis and counterpoint. I have also...

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