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Lincoln T. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lincoln T.
40/hour

Near Washington, DC

B.S. in Mathematics with College Tutoring and Grading Experience

Hi there! I'm Lincoln. I graduated summa cum laude with honors in Mathematics, with additional coursework in computer science. I've tutored math for several years now in subjects such as Pre-calculus and Calculus, in addition to grading for Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis. Math has been a passion of mine since...

5.0 (16)
40/hour
23 hours tutoring

Hi there! I'm Lincoln. I graduated summa cum laude with honors in Mathematics, with additional coursework in computer science. I've tutored math for several years now in subjects such as Pre-calculus and Calculus, in addition to grading for Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis. Math has been a passion of mine since...

Madeleine W. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Madeleine W.
45/hour

Near Washington, DC

Classically-Trained Pianist with 8+ Years of Teaching Experience

I am a classically-trained music teacher with a strong academic background in music theory. Whether it is advanced music theory for classical or rock musicians, or simply general questions about rhythm and notation, let me help you demystify the numbers and signs of music so they seem less like a foreign...

5.0 (36)
45/hour
127 hours tutoring

I am a classically-trained music teacher with a strong academic background in music theory. Whether it is advanced music theory for classical or rock musicians, or simply general questions about rhythm and notation, let me help you demystify the numbers and signs of music so they seem less like a foreign...

Joe B. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joe B.
50/hour

Washington, DC

Friendly and Experienced Music Tutor

Bachelor's of Music summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music Score of 5 on the AP Music Theory Exam Professional performer, arranger, & composer

5.0 (1)
50/hour
5 hours tutoring

Bachelor's of Music summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music Score of 5 on the AP Music Theory Exam Professional performer, arranger, & composer

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

Washington, DC

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

Are you currently taking a theory course, preparing for the AP Music Theory, applying to a conservatory, or ready to finally understand how music works? I can help — and I bring one of the most elite academic and professional backgrounds on this platform to every lesson. I work with: — High school students...

5.0 (508)
65/hour
909 hours tutoring

Are you currently taking a theory course, preparing for the AP Music Theory, applying to a conservatory, or ready to finally understand how music works? I can help — and I bring one of the most elite academic and professional backgrounds on this platform to every lesson. I work with: — High school students...

Laurie B. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Laurie B.
66/hour

Near Washington, DC

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 with resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews. I also work as a...

5.0 (554)
66/hour
950 hours tutoring

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 with resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews. I also work as a...

Brett L. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brett L.
60/hour

Near Washington, DC

Experienced Trumpet and Music Theory Tutor

I've been playing for since 1977, and teaching since 1988. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, and a Master's (with honors) in Jazz Performance, so YES, I can teach you jazz. :) I've played in orchestras, jazz ensembles, ska bands, even a jazz-punk band, and done extensive studio work, and I bring all of that...

5.0 (15)
60/hour
72 hours tutoring

I've been playing for since 1977, and teaching since 1988. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, and a Master's (with honors) in Jazz Performance, so YES, I can teach you jazz. :) I've played in orchestras, jazz ensembles, ska bands, even a jazz-punk band, and done extensive studio work, and I bring all of that...

Mark H. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark H.
80/hour

Near Washington, DC

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
431 hours tutoring

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

Dang C. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dang C.
40/hour

Near Washington, DC

Experienced College and HS Tutor Specializing in Science and Test Prep

I took the AP Music Theory Exam in high school and scored a 4. Additionally, I have played the piano for 16 years.

5.0 (4)
40/hour
48 hours tutoring

I took the AP Music Theory Exam in high school and scored a 4. Additionally, I have played the piano for 16 years.

Rebecca W. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rebecca W.
35/hour

Near Washington, DC

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 (5)
35/hour
32 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.

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

...Theatre, and Dance. As a piano 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 theory and composition; tonal music...

5.0 (9)
70/hour
87 hours tutoring

...Theatre, and Dance. As a piano 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 theory and composition; tonal music...

Todd W. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Todd W.
60/hour

Near Washington, DC

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 scales, chords, modes, key and time signatures, cadences, and voice leading. I...

4.9 (126)
60/hour
1,119 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 scales, chords, modes, key and time signatures, cadences, and voice leading. I...

Jinwenrui M. Near Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jinwenrui M.
35/hour

Near Washington, DC

Tutor Vivian who loves Teaching

I achieved a master degree of pharmacology in Georgetown University and a bachelor degree of chemistry in University of California Santa Barbara. I came to the United States from 2016 and I did really good at SAT and TOEFL exams. During my school years, I became the tutor of several subjects such as chemistry and music....

4.7 (3)
35/hour
38 hours tutoring

I achieved a master degree of pharmacology in Georgetown University and a bachelor degree of chemistry in University of California Santa Barbara. I came to the United States from 2016 and I did really good at SAT and TOEFL exams. During my school years, I became the tutor of several subjects such as chemistry and 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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Scott S.
40/hour

Music theory

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

5.0 (223)
40/hour
562 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response time is based on Scott’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

Berklee College of Music, WMU, WSU

Near Washington, DC 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
772 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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
1,135 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 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 Washington, DC 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...

Near Washington, DC Tutoring
Kyle K.
60/hour

PhD in Music Composition with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018, and hold a PhD in Music Composition from Stony Brook University.

5.0 (62)
60/hour
300 hours tutoring

I have been teaching Music Theory at the collegiate level since 2018, and hold a PhD in Music Composition from Stony Brook University.

Near Washington, DC 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 (75)
85/hour
206 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,...

Near Washington, DC Tutoring
Cori T.
40/hour

Current College Student Studying Cello Performance

I am now a second semester sophomore at the Eastman School of Music (for cello performance) and as part of our coursework we have to take music theory and aural skills courses which has helped me learn more about music theory. I...

5.0 (221)
40/hour
720 hours tutoring

I am now a second semester sophomore at the Eastman School of Music (for cello performance) and as part of our coursework we have to take music theory and aural skills courses which has helped me learn more about music theory. I...

Near Washington, DC 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...

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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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50/hour
5,704 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 Washington, DC 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
252 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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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
488 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! ...

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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...

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