Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Montebello, CA
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5.0 · 1 lessons · GuitarNext: Tomorrow, 6:00 AMAcademy Museum of Motion Pictures · 12.5 mi
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“Jay is a class act: professional, friendly, and an expert in what he does. Can not recommend him and his abilities enough.”Andy C., studentAbout JayI'm a seasoned music producer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist with over 15 years of experience in the music industry. A proud graduate of New York University's Music Technology program, I've dedicated my career to creating music for clients and sharing my expertise through teaching.
My journey includes founding the music program at NYU's Shanghai campus, where I initiated choral groups instrumental ensembles, and provided private lessons to budding guitar and piano players. As a music educator, I've worked with students of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to professionals.
Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your musical talents, I tailor my teaching approach to your goals. We'll embark on a comprehensive musical journey covering technical skills, theory, and ear training. Let's make beautiful music together if you're ready to unlock your musical potential!Go to profile99OutstandingTop rated
Jay I.From $125 per lesson
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“Maya was a patient, kind and supportive guitar teacher. My daughter looked forward to her lessons each week, and left feeling confident. Maya was always open to Annabelle's ideas (hello, Taylor Swift!) and encouraged her to try new things. She is an accomplished musician and we were very sorry to see her go!”Annie (., parent · shared by Maya
About MayaImagine getting to play the part of music that makes people dance. With 18 years of experience, I provide personalized guidance, helping you master techniques and unleash your musicality. Let's groove!
I have been performing as a bassist for over 18 years, and teaching for over ten years. As an instructor, I meet students where they are and tailor my teaching approach accordingly. Lessons are collaborative; I want to get to know each student and your individual goals and learning style in order to create an open and comfortable learning environment. My extensive musical background allows you to choose music YOU like to play, and through each song we will work on specific technical, harmonic, and rhythmic concepts. I use my experience as an active working musician to inform the lessons and ground everything you learn in real-world application.
About me: I toured the US and internationally with Future Teens, an indie rock band with over three LPs on our resume. Future Teens has been featured on NPR, The Boston Globe, and WBUR, and was Boston Music Awards’ 2019 Alt/Indie Artist of the Year.
I studied bass performance at Berklee College of Music, where I earned the Bass Department Outstanding Performer Award and Scholarship. I have a BA in English and French from Skidmore College (‘13).
I have worked with students between the ages of six and sixty and welcome students of all ages.Go to profile99OutstandingTop rated
Maya M.From $115 per lesson
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“Bjorn tailors your lessons to your needs: whether it's learning a new song, going through scales, music theory, etc. Whatever it is, ultimately he ties each lesson on how to make you a better musician overall. Personally, words aren't enough to describe Bjorn's love for teaching and his commitment as a teacher, but for someone who had never played bass before going to Bjorn and for someone looking to reignite my interest in music that I had as a kid, I got so much more out of my lessons with Bjorn than I expected. I've learned so much about music theory from Bjorn that I'm able to analyze songs from a theory standpoint, why songs work the way they do, and actually understand naming as well as how to build chords. Prior to this, I've done some guitar as a kid, but only ever looked up tabs which never really helped me grow as a musician. I've never really understood why chords were named the way they were and etc., I'd just memorize the fingerings. It was personally, for me, cause of Bjorn that I understand theory now and don't really look at songs the way I do anymore (in terms of just learning tabs). Bjorn has also helped me train my ear as a musician because I had only done tabs before (which never really helped me with my ear). Even more unexpectedly, we had even worked on reading exercises as well. Applying all this with songs that I wanted to go through with my lessons with Bjorn has helped me become much better as a musician from when I first started lessons. Additionally, working on improv exercises theory wise in a variety of genres has really opened up my eyes in terms of music. It's from these improv exercises that Bjorn has personally given me the confidence to venture out into song writing with coming up with my own riffs. More specifically about the bass side of the lessons, the exercises that Bjorn himself has used since he started playing bass (from slapping to drilling in the fundamentals of fingerings) has gotten me so much more comfortable with playing bass with where I am now compared to the first lesson I had. With Bjorn's knowledge and experience, he provides a welcoming environment to any student of any level. I honestly can't stress enough how far I've come since my first lesson, but I also just can't stress enough Bjorn's commitment to not just making you a better bass player, but a better musician overall. Matt of Los Angeles, CA - 25 year old intermediate)”Matt, student
About BjornWith a musical journey spanning three decades, I've traversed the globe recording and touring with platinum-selling artists. Alongside this remarkable career, I've devoted 33 years to teaching the art of music (both Guitar and Bass). From private lessons to guiding aspiring musicians at esteemed institutions like MI and LA College of Music, and leading master classes across the world, I have honed a versatile teaching approach. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of styles and caters to all ages and skill levels. Together, let's make music an unforgettable part of your life's soundtrack.Go to profile92GreatTop rated
Bjorn E.From $115 per lesson
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New coach · GuitarNext: Tomorrow, 6:00 AMAlhambra Park · 6.5 miMusic DegreeProfessional Musician
“I took bass lessons from DeRock years ago, and I still remember how encouraging and supportive he was. He made learning fun, taught me songs I enjoyed, and helped me build a solid foundation as a player. That foundation served me well throughout the 14 years I spent performing as a gigging musician. What stood out most was his patience and ability to explain things in a way that made sense. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a teacher who truly cares about helping students grow.”Gilbert, student · shared by Derock
About DerockMy passion lies in unlocking musical potential through guitar, piano, and singing. As a professional musician with 25 years of experience, I tailor lessons to each student's goals, fostering a fun, supportive environment for growth.Go to profileDerock T.From $70 per lesson
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“I've been taking guitar lessons with Glenn for 2–3 years now, and I recommend him to every friend or colleague who wants to learn guitar (or bass or ukulele) or improve their playing. Glenn has a library of songs tabbed out; once he gets a general sense of where you are in your progress with the guitar, he can suggest dozens of songs in each of several genres--rock, jazz, blues, pop, etc.--that are appropriate for your level. He works with you until you are comfortable playing that song and it's time to move on to a new song, slowly increasing in difficulty as your skill develops. This approach has helped me to slowly, but steadily, develop my skills while playing songs I enjoy. If you want to stick with a pick, stick with finger style, or develop both skills, Glenn can help you improve. If you want to read tabs or read standard notation, Glenn can work with you on either. He mixes in some theory along the way, but not so much that it gets in the way of the fun of playing the guitar. I'm a middle-aged guy, but if you are looking for a guitar teacher for your child, my impression is that he is a great teacher for children and teenagers as well. He is friendly and patient, important traits in a guitar teacher!”Eric L., student · shared by Glenn
About GlennQualifications:
40 years experience as a professional guitar guitarist, vocalist, instrumentalist performing music publicly in both solo and group settings. Group performances include 50s and 60s rock, swing, big band, country, jazz, blues, and folk. I play and teach electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, lap, steel, ukulele, banjo, and bass guitar.
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Ronnie and the Classics:
50s and 60s music playing a celebrity parties, charity events, concerts, auto shows, and theme parks
Boomer McLennan:
Country music, playing concerts, such as Country Thunder,clubs in the LA area, fairs, including Del Mar Fairgrounds and Orange County fair.
Glenntunes production company:
Original music, film scores and kids music
Education:
BA music, composition, university of California Santa Barbara
AA degree, El Camino College, Torrance, CaliforniaGo to profileGlenn S.From $80 per lesson
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New coach · GuitarNext: Tomorrow, 6:00 AMStearns Park · 14.7 miProfessional Musician
“Phil has been an amazing tutor to my daughter Ami for about 2 years or more. He connects greatly with her and is able to motivate her to do better! He is flexible with his schedule, always punctual and most importantly never wastes 1 minute of the lesson. He has supported my daughter to the point that she has won awards and ‘Battle of the Bands’ events and she is only 13 years old! Phil is extremely talented not only with music (he is in a band) but with building great rapport with his clients both personally and profesionally!”Ami, parent · shared by PhilipAbout PhilipI am here to help unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar or bass lessons. I am a professional musician with 15 years of experience, and I'm a passionate teacher who is always looking to keep music engaging, relevant, and fun. From beginners first learning the instrument to experienced players who are looking to refresh their skills and learn new ones, I am here for it!Go to profileBest price
Philip F.From $65 per lesson
“Mark taught my son through Coach Art. He had a lot of patience with my son and he always had fun learning from Mark. Definitely recommend!”Jesse M., parent
About MarkDevoting time with CoachArt, I've had the privilege to teach underprivileged families and children, delivering transformative lessons via Zoom. Beyond structured sessions, I've extended my reach, providing valuable instruction to friends and families, spreading the joy of learning and the power of connection. Through volunteerism and mentorship, I aim to uplift communities, one lesson at a time, nurturing bright futures with every click of the virtual classroom.Go to profileMark A.From $80 per lesson
“"The amount of progress we've seen in our boys' musical abilities is huge in the time Seth has been their instructor. His level of patience and attention to detail while making the lessons fun and encouraging is a big factor! Nathan and Ryan always look forward to Seth coming here to teach and inspire them every week. I would highly recommend Seth to anyone interested in private music lessons as he is the best at what he does!"”Doug T., parentAbout SethPlayed in lots of variety cover bands (all forms of rock, blues, pop, funk, country), original rock and metal bands and most recently Bollywood. I've done guest spots on albums and a few music videos. In addition to teaching between 30 and 50 students a week since 2011, but I've been teaching guitar since 2002. There's very little I haven't seen in the lesson room and I'm excited to get you working on your goals! I also enjoy helping students learn how to use their gear efficiently. Let's get you on your way!Go to profileBest price
Seth W.From $65 per lesson
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