Private Music Lessons in Orange, CA

If you want your piano studies to be a fun and enjoyable experience, I think you have come to the right place. After over 35 years of teaching piano and two music degrees, I have found that along with innovative teaching techniques, humor helps my students achieve the greatest success. After all, studies have shown that we learn best when we're smiling 😀. A FREE INTRO LESSON is the best way to find out if I'm the right teacher for you or your child. Prior to that, we could discuss by phone what your goals and aspirations are for you or your child and to answer any questions you might have about my approach. Many teachers and students shy away from taking lessons online. But after over 5 years of teaching online, I have devised many techniques to make the process go very smoothly and effectively. For instance, students frequently receive customized audios and videos to help them practice throughout the week. Each student's lesson plan is based on their own musical interests, goals, and learning style. Along with fundamental skill building, I introduce students to improvisation and composition. Students are encouraged to use the skills they develop to express themselves, enlarge their musical horizons, and develop a vision for themselves as a musician, in whatever capacity. I teach beginners to advanced from six years old and above. I have 2 degrees in music from the University of Washington. I majored in piano performance and music history with special emphasis on pedagogy and advanced theory. I continued my post-university education through private piano lessons, workshops, and colloquia on teaching theory. One of my hobbies is studying ongoing research in current brain science with regard to learning and teaching. I endeavor to continue growing as a teacher and musician. For example, I began studying vocal jazz in my 50's and have performed in a non-professional capacity in several venues, including Tula's in Seattle. Taking lessons and performing on a second instrument has not only improved my overall musicianship, it has also reminded me of the challenges of being a beginner. My grandparents were professional musicians, and their joy with music and teaching influenced me to want to follow in their footsteps. I hope to pass their love of music on to my students. Guiding others as they develop their own relationship with music is a great privilege and deeply rewarding endeavor. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to do what I love. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you!

¡Hablo Español! All ages, all levels. Jazz, Blues, Rock, Latin, Soloing, Improvisation, Technique, Music Theory, and much much more! I use the Zoom app for live interactive lessons from the comfort of your home. Everyone moves further, much faster, and is more likely to stay engaged by learning from a master teacher with decades of real-world professional experience to share.

Traveling Music Lessons will help you find the right teacher for your family - with lessons that occur in the comfort of your home! Our talented teachers travel to you, and teach the lesson in your home. They all have music degrees, or equivalent work experience, and they have all passed a background check. *Please note, both male and female teachers may be available depending on location and the teacher's availability. Specific gender or age requests are not guaranteed. Lessons are taught in English.

I teach all styles of music, all levels, and all ages of students. I teach how to read piano scores, cord charts as well as how to play by ear. I am friendly and easygoing. I treat everyone with respect including little children. (I believe all humans should be respected). I try my best to create fun and easygoing environment for the lessons. I deeply care about my students and strive to provide the best quality lessons for everyone who studies with me. Please see the below information for the traveling fee. I charge extra traveling fee when I go to the student’s homes depends on how far they are from me. One hour minimum lesson required within 5 miles distance (from South Coast Plaza area). If you are further than 5 miles away from South Coast Plaza area and looking for a teacher who can travel to you, I am not a right candidate. Please don’t contact me if that is the case. I still can offer you online lessons if you live far away from me. Please please please do not contact me unless you are serious. Thank you for your time and interest!