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PhD Expert in Music Theory, Ear Training, Ableton, Mix/Master, Piano
Dr. Ethan L.

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I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music Theory (BA, MA, PhD).

I also have many years of experience composing, playing, improvising, and analyzing music, including audio engineering (mix+master), jazz piano, pop production and songwriting, and DJing. I have studied music history,...

I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music Theory (BA, MA, PhD).

I also have many years of experience composing, playing, improvising, and analyzing music, including audio engineering (mix+master), jazz piano, pop production and songwriting, and DJing. I have studied music history, orchestration, film scoring, and acoustics.

With a PhD in Music Theory from one of the top conservatories in the world, I am highly qualified to teach you anything related to music theory, ear training/sight singing, composition/songwriting, and beginner piano.

Through high quality lessons, you will easily understand everything from chords and scales to advanced harmony. Whether you are a total beginner who doesn't read music, or a university music major doing your undergrad or DMA, I can help you.

Want to learn trap music theory? Check. Need an AP music theory tutor? Got you covered. Piano for producers? Absolutely.

I am an experienced teacher with a flexible and innovative style that adapts lessons to YOUR needs, YOUR music, YOUR goals. Previous formal music training NOT required. Any age is welcome.

Anyone from a hip hop producer looking to inject melody into your beats, to a classical conservatory student taking advanced music theory classes, I can help you.

I am qualified to teach you:

Music theory & ear training (from beginner to advanced graduate level)
Ear training/aural skills (sight-singing and dictation)
How to read music notation or play the piano
Ableton and how to produce music and make beats / music theory for producers
Audio engineering (mixing and mastering)
Fundamentals of music (scales, chords, keys, intervals)
Songwriting and composition
Jazz theory and improvisation

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Education

University of British Columbia
Music Theory
Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester
Masters
Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester
PhD
  • Licensed teacher

Additional Languages

Spanish

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  • Hourly Rate: $100
  • Rate details: A booked lesson is non-refundable unless canceled or rescheduled with 36+ hours' notice. The instructor waits 10 minutes. If the student is 10+ minutes late, the lesson is missed and fully charged.
  • Lesson cancellation: 36 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 6/5/2024

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Composition (Music)

Composition (Music)

I have my PhD, MA, and BA in Music Theory, and I have composed professionally in many genres (classical, jazz, rock, film, EDM, hip hop) and for many ensembles (piano, voice, computers, jazz band, saxophone quartet, string trio). My music has been featured by companies including Adobe.
Ear Training

Ear Training

I have a PhD, MA, and BA in music theory (Eastman School of Music) and have taught hundreds of students ear training, sight-singing, dictation, aural skills, and the ability to put melodies on scale degrees, hear harmonies, and hear musical form. In Classical music, pop, hip-hop, EDM, jazz, and more.
Music Production

Music Production

Unlike most producers, I am 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 producing and mixing hip-hop, pop, EDM, and more for film & TV. I specialize in teaching music theory and ear training specifically for producers in Ableton (plus mixing & mastering). Want to learn trap music theory? Check. Piano for producers? Got you covered. How to make beats in Ableton and learn mixing/mastering? Absolutely.
Music Theory

Music Theory

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 Classical music, pop, hip-hop, EDM, jazz, and more.
Piano

Piano

I have taught dozens of students of all ages and levels the art of piano, from technique to improvisation & ear-training. Through my PhD & MA at the Eastman School of Music, I received rigorous keyboard skills. I have played professionally on piano & keyboard, in many live shows and studio recordings over the years, in jazz combos, progressive rock bands, and church services.
Sight Singing

Sight Singing

I have a PhD, MA, and BA in music theory (Eastman School of Music) and have taught hundreds of students sight-singing, ear training, dictation, aural skills, and the ability to put melodies on scale degrees, hear harmonies, and hear musical form. In Classical music, pop, hip-hop, EDM, jazz, and more.
Songwriting

Songwriting

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 featured by companies including Adobe.
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Best Tutor Out there. Highly Highly Recommend!!!

Ethan is one of the best tutors I have had throughout all of my education. He is extremely patient, knowledgeable, and a true example of what every educator should be like. He went through and helped me with all the concepts I did not know and taught them in a clear and efficient manner. If you are looking for a music theory tutor, Ethan is definitely the guy to go to!!! He knows his stuff extremely well!! 5 STARS!!

Scott, 1 lesson with Dr. Ethan

Mastery Level Instructor!

Dr. Ethan is the BEST! An inspirational instructor with an amazing knowledge base. Highly recommend! Book a lesson today, you won’t regret it!

Vetty, 4 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great class

Dr. Ethan is always able to explain puzzling theory with easy concepts. I really enjoy the class and really learned a lot just from one lesson!

Harry, 8 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great teacher!

Excellent at breaking things down to into more simple explanations. Also, able to answer and get through material very efficiently!

Sydney , 10 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great class

Dr. Ethan is always able to explain puzzling theory with easy concepts. I really enjoy the class and really learned a lot just from one lesson!

Harry, 8 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great class

Dr. Ethan is always able to explain puzzling theory with easy concepts. I really enjoy the class and really learned a lot just from one lesson!

Harry, 8 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Excellent teacher

After just one hour with Ethan, I feel way more motivated and capable in my songwriting, arranging, and Ableton. He was able to quickly figure out what would be most exciting and useful for us to do. Highly recommended!

Robert, 2 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Best class ever! Best tutor!

Dr. Ethan is always able to explain puzzling theory with easy concepts. I really enjoy the class and really learned a lot just from one lesson!

Harry, 8 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great teacher!

Excellent at breaking things down to into more simple explanations. Also, able to answer and get through material very efficiently!

Sydney , 10 lessons with Dr. Ethan

Great teacher!

Excellent at breaking things down to into more simple explanations. Also, able to answer and get through material very efficiently!

Sydney , 10 lessons with Dr. Ethan