I have a PhD in Music Composition from UCLA, and I specialize in helping students intuitively understand music theory, develop original compositions, and prepare for college/conservatory/grad school admissions.
I bring years of experience across many disciplines (trumpet, conducting, arranging, music theory, composing) and a passion and enthusiasm for music. I studied composition with GRAMMY-winning composer Richard Danielpour, who studied with Leonard Bernstein (of West Side Story). I...
I have a PhD in Music Composition from UCLA, and I specialize in helping students intuitively understand music theory, develop original compositions, and prepare for college/conservatory/grad school admissions.
I bring years of experience across many disciplines (trumpet, conducting, arranging, music theory, composing) and a passion and enthusiasm for music. I studied composition with GRAMMY-winning composer Richard Danielpour, who studied with Leonard Bernstein (of West Side Story). I received acceptances to the following college programs: Juilliard, Columbia, UT Austin, UCLA, Berklee College of Music, and Rice. I have a Master’s in Music Composition from UCLA, Bachelor’s in Music Composition from UT Austin, and a Bachelor’s in Plan II Honors (an interdisciplinary program) from UT Austin. With my admittance to these programs, including UCLA’s Doctoral program, I earned over $200K in merit scholarships/fellowships.
My philosophy as a teacher is to meet students where they are—from any level. As a graduate student, I spent five years teaching students from elementary through grad school. Whether you are working on a film score, classical piece, jazz tune, or a diverse composition portfolio, I can help you realize your creative vision and bring your piece to life. I look forward to hearing your work and helping you take it to the next level!
