Music Lessons FAQ

Straight answers about lessons, pricing, online setup, kids, adults, production coaching, and the $20 intro lesson.

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Kids and adults Online or Los Angeles $40 / $60 pricing $20 intro

$20 for 30 min, credited toward your first month · online

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How lessons work

Lessons are private and built around the student. The first goal is to connect the instrument or software to real music quickly, then build skill around that.

What you can study

Piano, guitar, bass, songwriting, music production, DAW workflow, recording, and practical music theory.

Where lessons happen

Lessons are available online nationwide or locally in Los Angeles. Production and studio work can happen in the LA studio when appropriate.

  • Start with music you can hear and use
  • Build technique around the goal
  • Leave each lesson with a clear next step
  • Use the intro lesson to choose the right path

Choose the path that matches your goal.

Beginners

No previous experience is required.

Parents

Lessons are designed to keep music engaging early.

Songwriters

Production lessons can start from voice memos, lyrics, chords, or unfinished demos.

Common questions

How much are lessons?

The intro is $20 for 30 minutes, credited toward your first month. Regular lessons are $40 for a half hour or $60 for a full hour.

Do you teach kids and adults?

Yes. There are separate lesson paths for kids, adults, and production students.

Do you teach online?

Yes. Online lessons are available for piano, guitar, bass, songwriting, and production.

Start With the $20 Intro Lesson

The intro happens online and is credited toward your first month. We will talk through your goals, choose the right lesson path, and make the next step clear.

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