Bill Delia

Serves Santa Monica, CA

35244

Hired 2 times

1 employee

16 years in business

$90/hour

5.0

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William Delia
Completed on 2/15/2023

Introduction

I'm a Berklee grad who has been teaching for over 15 years, and I enjoy teaching all skill levels from the newest beginner to professionals looking for tips to shake up their routine. I customize a lesson plan for each student based on their musical goals and what they would like to accomplish, whether it's just picking up a new hobby for fun or training to perform/record. In addition to teaching continuously for over 15 years, my recorded music has collected over 250 million streams on Spotify alone and been featured in major motion pictures/TV including Mr. Peabody + Sherman (Dreamworks), Animal Kingdon (TNT) and The Hart of Dixie (CW). I've also toured the globe extensively, with a handful of highlight performances being at Red Rocks Ampitheatre, Radio City Music Hall, The Air Canada Centre , Mediolanum Forum, Late Night with David Letterman, and the Conan O'Brien Show.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

My typical rates are $50 for a 30 minute session, $75 for a 45 minute lesson, or $90 for an hour. I am located in Los Angeles, but also teach online/remotely to service any other location.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

When I begin working with a new student, first we'll discuss your experience/background to date (but I also welcome total beginners) and then chat about what your goals are/what you'd like to accomplish with our time together.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I am a Berklee College of Music Graduate / BA

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I started teaching lessons when I moved to Los Angeles 15 years ago and I've consistently maintained a roster of students the entire time. I enjoy the balance of performing/recording while also teaching lessons in my downtime.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I have experience working with all age groups from 4 years old all the way to retiree's

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I recently started teaching a new adult student in their 70's who had never played drums before but was eager to learn, and within a few weeks they were playing along to a handful of their favorite classic rock songs.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Don't be afraid to discuss your goals at the onset of beginning lessons- I have some advanced students who are preparing for performances/music school auditions, but also some students who just want to treat music as a hobby/passion and are just looking for a few pointers each week to keep them on track. No ambition is too small or big.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

In advance of an online lesson, make sure you have a reliable phone/tablet/computer + a strong wifi signal. Doing a short audio/video test on your end before the lesson can help make things go much smoother once we begin