Private Music Lessons in Hawthorne, CA

Hello, my name is Tyler Chen and I received my BMUS in Jazz Composition and a certificate in Music Technology from the University of Utah. I am an award-winning jazz composer with many years of experience of teaching and playing piano and drums. With my lessons I will teach you how to: -Problem-solve (logical thinking, efficiency in piano practice), -Set goals, -Persevere, -Develop Character, -Be disciplined, -Manage your time, -Develop self-expression, -Find messages presented in the music. -Submerge you into the culture of a variety of music genres, -Develop your musical vocabulary, -Play proficiently, -Become a well-rounded musician.

My focus is quality of practice and performance. I encourage my students to learn and play what they like and do it well. I’ve been teaching over 30 years. Thank you for your consideration.

I am a multi-instrumentalist, which gives me a different perspective with regards to how each instrument functions in the context of a song or a band. I also customize every lesson to fit the needs of each student. I feel that this creates a learning environment that inspires a disciplined practice routine. In addition to my love for music, I enjoy the opportunity to share ideas and concepts that pertain to music, but can be applied to every facet of life.

Hi! I’m Wes Nelson, and I am a professional bass and guitar teacher. I can teach whatever style of music you're interested in (indie, rock, pop, funk, jazz, etc.) as well as songwriting, sightreading, production, and music theory. All skill levels are welcome, and no experience is required. My teaching combines hands-on playing with theory so that you not only learn your favorite music, but how it works. My purpose as your teacher is to help you realize and achieve your goals as an aspiring musician. I have 18 years of music experience as both a bass player and guitarist and have an MFA in music from CalArts. I have extensive international touring, studio, and performance experience and have played alongside artists such as Mike Stern, zzzahara, Ny Oh, LP Giobbi, DJ Tennis, Bonzie, Shearling, and Randy Brecker and have recorded at studios such as East West, Sunset Sound, and Capitol Records. I have 10+ years of experience teaching privately and in public high schools. All of this has given me a deep perspective on what it means to be a musician. Music has deeply enriched my life and my job is to help it enrich yours regardless of your skill level or goals. Lessons are available both in-person and online.