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JiHye K.

Ji Hye Kim began her musical studies on the piano, voice, and violin, starting at the age of 10. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance at the Eastman School of Music with the Howard Hanson Scholarship and her Master’s degree at the Indiana University Bloomington. Before moving to San Diego, Ji Hye served as a music director at several churches. She also directed a children’s choir of New Song Church where she had been responsible for taking care of the students, communicating with the parents, rehearsing and conducting works, and planning concerts. The experience helped her develop skills in coordinating a large group of young people and directing their energies to the common goal. Ji Hye has been teaching students aging from preschool to adult. Through teaching various young and adult students, she has learned how to design age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to the state’s standard course of study, implement behavior modification plans, and differentiate lessons based on various ability levels. The main goal of Ji Hye’s teaching is to inspire students to have an excitement and interest in learning music and instill a fundamental knowledge of music and guide young singers to sing in a safe and productive way.

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JiHye K.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Music Theory.

Aaron M.

Aaron is a graduate of the University of Southern California, where he developed and taught weekend music and art appreciation program through the Thornton School of Music for children in the surrounding community. He has performed at the New York Musical Theater Festival, the Hollywood Fringe Festival, the Roxy on Sunset, and Rockwell Table & Stage, among others. He received two L.A. Weekly Theatre Awards for Best Original Score and Best Musical Direction for his original musical “Invasion!” at the Hudson Theater in Hollywood. He is delighted to count himself among the members of the musical sketch comedy group “Stupid Songs,” and can currently be found touring the country as Bernie Sanders in the new musical satire "Biden My Time" from the Capitol Steps. Aaron played piano in his middle school jazz band and was constantly embarrassed about it because he had to wear a dorky purple bow tie, but he’s mostly over it now.

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Aaron M.

Riverside County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Songwriting.
  • Online Lessons.
  • Music Theory.

Michele S.

Michele is a native of Philadelphia where she served on staff at the prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts. She moved to California as a Lecturer in Opera at UCLA and is now settled in the paradise known as San Diego. She started out as a singer and worked as a union chorister with Washington Opera. She also taught Piano- voice at the high school level at Georgetown Day School and also privately in the Washington DC area. She loves all levels of singers, from the most nervous beginner to those who need help to sing at school or church or just feel the thrill of getting up in front of family and friends to share their musical joy. She is also comfortable working at very high levels helping singers to prepare for important auditions at a professional level. Michele is happy working in any genre of music – a good technique works everywhere. As a pianist, she has played for multiple opera companies, auditions, recitals, and recordings and has had a successful career as a sought-after coach/accompanist. She is especially interested in beginner piano students, because of the excitement that comes with not only learning how to play the piano but also how to read music, the most beautiful language there is. Beginner piano students have a whole new world beckoning to them, so come on in – the water’s warm!!

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Michele S.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Music Theory.

Laura C.

My name is Laura and I’m from Romania. I come from a family of musicians. My father is a conductor, and my mother was a concert pianist. I'm a professional singer & violinist with more than 12 years of teaching experience! I was the founder, manager, lead vocalist and violinist for Duo Strings Cafe, an established Café Concert band in Bucharest. I performed in various Mariachi and pop / rock bands in Romania. I'm also an actress and played various opera and theater roles like the soprano Caterina Cavalieri in the "Amadeus " play. I offer singing & violin classes to students of all ages. I'm a vocal coach versed in various styles (pop, rock, Latino, jazz, etc.) I have been playing the violin since I was 5 years old. I've graduated with a Bachelor of Art in classical canto. It was always my dream to manage and teach in a music school, this is why I opened my own in Bucharest. It had 2 branches and a separate recording studio location. I love my job because of the satisfaction I get from witnessing my students' passion grow as they improve. During my singing classes the students learn how to breathe correctly. I will also teach them about proper posture, rhythm, articulation and train their ears. We will be able to differentiate and properly switch between voice registers, from chest voice, to head, mix, falsetto. I will also show them different voice "effects" like vocal fry, adding distortion, using twang, belting... During violin classes, i will start with some exercises focusing on technique, scales, rhythm and bow control. We'll brush up on our previous lessons, then we'll go through the homework till we finally get to the best part of our lesson: playing a song. The violin aids in keeping a straight posture and improves our hands dexterity. I look forward to seeing you in class!

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Laura C.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Violin.
  • Music Theory.

Ryan K.

Ryan grew up among a family of professional brass musicians and educators in Cape Town, South Africa. He began learning the violin at age 6 and subsequently changed over to the trumpet at 7 for which he took lessons alongside a host of other instruments including the piano, guitar and double bass. It was at age 11 that he decided to leave the trumpet and take up the tenor trombone. This decision changed the trajectory of his musical career as he would audition for and receive a scholarship to attend Diocesan College Boys’ School in Cape Town for the duration of his high school years. It was here that he studied with British trombonist extraordinaire and brass teacher Stuart Scott. He attended the South African National Youth Orchestra course for multiple years throughout high school, travelling in 2006 to Germany as part of the South African National Youth Orchestra where he performed Beethoven’s 5th Symphony in the Beethoven Hall in the city of Bonn. After high school Ryan pursued his tertiary studies at the University of Cape Town where completed both a Performance Diploma and Post-Graduate Diploma in Western Classical music specializing in trombone performance. In this duration, he studied with trombonist and UCT head of brass William Haubrich, San Diego native and USC alumnus. Throughout and after his university career Ryan freelanced with the Cape Philharmonic, the Johannesburg Philharmonic and the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestras on Bass, Tenor and Alto Trombones. He also performed and won category prizes for local music competitions, taught music at various schools and freelanced in many jazz ensembles. Ryan moved to the US in 2019 to become a Marine Musician, eventually being stationed at MCAS Miramar. He performed in many parades and ceremonies in the duration of his service, including the illustrious Tournament of Roses Parade.

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Ryan K.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Guitar.
  • Drums.
  • Songwriting.
  • Bass guitar.
  • Bass.
  • Saxophone.
  • Trumpet.
  • Ukulele.
  • Music Theory.

Noriah M.

Noriah is a Board Certified Music Therapist who specializes in voice with a background in classical training, holding a Bachelors of Music from Indiana Wesleyan University. She has been working in San Diego and giving voice lessons for the past 4 years and adapting music for people from all ages and walks of life. Having studied the voice, she has an understanding of vocal production and how to maintain a healthy singing voice. Additionally, Noriah has worked extensively with people with special needs of all ages to make music accessible through building confidence, working on social skills, and addressing sensory needs. She believes that music is a tool that can help all areas of our lives and that everyone can learn to sing or play an instrument. In her lessons she will focus on building a foundational understanding of the voice, proper breath support, healthy vocal production, and emotional expression through song. Noriah hopes to instill a love for making music and trains from a holistic perspective. Genres include: pop, classical, and musical theater.

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Noriah M.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Online Lessons.
  • Music Theory.

Elvera M.

Elvera’s love for music began in her early childhood. She found love in guitar playing at the age of 11 and took any opportunity to sing and play guitar at open mics, school concerts, or family gatherings. She sang in choir throughout elementary, middle, and high school and began voice lessons at 16 years old. She gained an interest in musical theatre and performed in multiple productions throughout her adolescence. She is currently studying music at San Diego State University and hopes to be a certified music therapist. Music is a very important part of her life and she loves seeing her students blossom into driven and hopeful musicians.

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Elvera M.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Guitar.
  • Music Theory.

Kim T.

Kim is a composer, pianist, and organist based in the San Diego area. She has had 19 years of piano performance experience, 9 years of organ performance experience, 14 years of violin performance experience, 8 years of flute performance experience and 2 years of classical voice training. She specializes in the western classical tradition and improvisation and has a strong foundation in music theory. Kim has a bachelor’s degree in music composition from the University of Redlands, Conservatory of Music and has studied classical music abroad in Austria. She has studied under renowned musicians such as Anthony Suter, Alison Luedecke, Andre Meyers, Sara Andon, Philip Hoch, Donald Brinegar, Sakura Tsai, Ethan Haman, and Christa Rakich. Kim has also had experience performing in a plethora of orchestral, wind, vocal, and chamber ensembles.

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Kim T.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Violin.
  • Songwriting.
  • Flute.
  • Music Theory.

Kaylee B.

Kaylee began playing piano at the age of 14 and singing by age 16 which is when she realized she wanted to pursue music seriously. She began performing anywhere she could in local bands, theaters, churches, festivals, and in her school’s jazz band, show choir and chamber choir. She started her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance degree at the University of Redlands Conservatory of Music (classical music) for one year before transferring to the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA to complete her degree in the contemporary music field. Her studies covered a variety of genres including pop, rock, R&B, jazz, gospel, Latin, funk, and blues. While in school, she was the lead singer in traveling pop/rock band Scarlet Roads, playing live shows nights and weekends every week for six years straight throughout the US and as far as Southern Italy. The band recorded in world-renowned Westlake Studios and the famous Capitol Studios in Hollywood, CA with Grammy-Award winning producers Robert Cutarella and Francis Buckley. As a solo artist, Kaylee wrote and recorded her first solo album in Nashville, TN with Grammy Award-winning producer Keith Thomas, and songwriters Shelly Peiken and Steve Diamond. Some notable performances throughout her career include performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City and opening for Barry Manilow at the McCallum Theater. Her cover of “Happy Christmas (War is Over)” by John Lennon garnered 1 million views on Facebook. She is currently residing in Palm Desert, working on new music and teaching voice/piano lessons to fellow lovers of music!

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Kaylee B.

Riverside County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Music Theory.

Cheyenne P

Cheyenne is a classically trained pianist, violinist, and composer based in San Diego, California. She is passionate about igniting a love for music in others and creating a positive environment that fosters creativity and a deep appreciation for music. Having been trained in a variety of methods by various instructors, she favors a holistic philosophy in her approach to teaching, and is devoted to tailoring a plan to what best resonates with the individual student, allowing them to flourish and reach their goals. She began her formal training at the age of six for piano and nine for violin, and has been composing ever since she was a child. She has completed all ten levels of MTAC's Certificate of Merit with Branch Honors, and has been invited to perform at several MTAC conventions, held for the top 2% of the program's students. Specializing in both performance and music theory, she was accepted into San Diego State University's music performance program for piano in 2020. Outside of teaching, Cheyenne is passionate about music composition, and loves to explore and create music from the ground up.

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Cheyenne P

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Violin.
  • Music Theory.

Matt G

Meet Matt G, your dedicated music teacher with over two decades of passion and expertise in piano and other “rock band” instruments, songwriting, and recording. Born and raised in the vibrant music scene of North County San Diego, Matt's journey has led him full circle back to where it started: the practice room. His commitment to his craft shines through with 7 years of teaching private music lessons in-person or online. Matt honed his teaching skills at one of the top music studios in North County San Diego. While imparting various techniques, music theory, and practice habits through over 10,000 lessons, Matt has helped many students overcome their bad habits and mistakes. He continues to steer his students towards their music goals and inspiring new ones to bloom. But music isn't Matt's only passion. When he's not immersed in practicing or teaching, you can find him enjoying the great outdoors, camping with his family, or indulging in lively discussions with friends about his favorite movie and book series, The Lord of the Rings.

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Matt G

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Guitar.
  • Drums.
  • Songwriting.
  • Production.
  • Ukulele.
  • Music Theory.

Monica L.

Monica is a versatile singer-songwriter from Miami, FL, now based in sunny San Diego. Her passion for music ignited early on, with childhood spent writing songs in her bedroom, performing in choirs and a-cappella groups, and competing in local competitions. This passion led her to pursue Music Therapy at the prestigious Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. At Frost, Monica's songwriting flourished alongside her formal training in piano, guitar, and vocal techniques. Drawing inspiration from diverse influences like neo-soul, jazz, Latin, and pop music, she has recently released her debut single, "Brilliant Sun," with a second single on the horizon for 2025. Monica excels at guiding beginning-to-intermediate students in vocal, guitar, and piano, helping them learn to play and sing their favorite pop or contemporary songs while providing foundational theory-based instruction. Classically trained vocalists can also benefit from Monica’s experience in transitioning from classical to authentic contemporary singing. As a skilled performer, Monica fosters a love for performing and personal expression in her students, encouraging songwriting, developing stage presence, and cultivating expressive singing, piano, and guitar playing. Monica believes in a holistic and individualized approach to music education, emphasizing proper technique, foundational music theory, and the development of musicality and expressiveness. Her unique blend of music therapy experience, training in contemporary genres, and a natural ability to connect with students make her an effective and engaging music teacher. She is dedicated to fostering a love of music in every student, tailoring lessons to their learning styles and musical goals.

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Monica L.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Guitar.
  • Music Theory.

Kimberly U

With a lifelong passion and over 20 years experience teaching music, I offer a wealth of experience in voice, flute, piano, and woodwinds to your students. My approach is all about fostering a love for music, lifelong learning and building confidence on stage, while ensuring her students grow as musicians and performers. I will prepare all my students for auditions and performances across all genres from pop to jazz and classical. Whether it's mastering song selection, vocal care, or stage confidence, my goal is to help every student develop the technical skills they need to succeed! I am dedicated to helping students discover and nurture their natural talents, making music fun and accessible for everyone!

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Kimberly U

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Clarinet.
  • Flute.
  • Saxophone.
  • Music Theory.

Ella H.

Ella has always adored music with everything in her, beginning with voice lessons at the age of 10 and continuing on to take guitar and piano lessons in middle school and high school. As she dove headfirst into the world of music, Ella wrote 20 songs in 2 years and professionally sang, played, and produced them during her Junior year of High School. She performed weekly with a Grammy nominated worship musical ensemble from her Freshman year of high school to her Senior year. She is now a Music Performance major and tutors a wide variety of music students. She has experience as a soloist, studio artist, producer, band member, songwriter, and a music theory specialty. But most of all, her joy, creativity, and bright passion are the key aspects of the way she teaches and what she hopes to bring to her students always

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Ella H.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Guitar.
  • Songwriting.
  • Music Theory.

Sam M.

Sam has over 20 years of experience with guitar, bass, and voice, and 10 years with ukulele. He began as a self-taught musician with a strong passion for songwriting and later expanded his music theory knowledge through courses at Grossmont, Cuyamaca, and Mesa Colleges. His performance journey began in 2007, when he started playing bass and singing harmonies in his high school church band. That same year, he also performed as a tenor/baritone in the advanced choir, Bel Cantos. Since 2018, Sam has been active as a recording artist in several rock and pop projects. Sam’s teaching career began by giving bass lessons to friends, and the positive feedback he received for his patient and encouraging approach led him to pursue music education more formally. In addition to music, he teaches science to children ages 5–12, giving him extensive experience working with students of different ages and learning styles. Passionate about helping others grow in their creativity, Sam is dedicated to guiding students forward on their unique musical journeys.

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Sam M.

San Diego County

  • Voice.
  • Piano.
  • Guitar.
  • Songwriting.
  • Ukulele.
  • Music Theory.