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Nathan

France
C$62

60-min

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Jazz improvisation and all styles – Clarinet, guitar, ukulele – Learn by playing from the very first lessonTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Jazz improvisation and all styles – Clarinet, guitar, ukulele – Learn by playing from the very first lessonTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Learn music through play and improvisation from the very first lesson I offer music lessons open to all levels, from complete beginners to more experienced musicians. My teaching approach is based on a simple idea: enjoyment is the driving force behind learning. That is why instrumental technique and music theory are applied directly through playing, rather than through an accumulation of exercises disconnected from real musical practice. A highly personalized and adaptable approach I do not follow a rigid method or offer identical programs for everyone. Each student’s individuality is highlighted and enhanced rather than suppressed to fit into a fixed framework. Every student progresses through the music they love and want to play. Rather than studying theoretical concepts in the abstract, we approach them only when they directly support the music currently being learned. The goal is to create a direct connection between what is learned and what is played. My intention is for students to gradually discover and build their own way of learning and playing, leading toward independence in musical learning and exploration. ⸻ Instruments and areas taught I offer: • Improvisation for all instruments and all styles • Instrumental technique for clarinet, guitar, and ukulele • Composition guidance • Foundations of harmony applied to practical playing ⸻ Typical lesson structure Each lesson is based on a piece of music or a concrete musical support. The work may include: • Simple analysis of the piece to guide the learning process • Work on phrasing, rhythm, harmony, tone, and musical expression • Immediate application through playing and improvisation The goal is to improve while staying connected to real music and the pleasure of playing. ⸻ Who are these lessons for? These lessons are suitable for: • Beginners who want to start playing quickly • Amateur musicians who want to learn improvisation • People looking for a freer and more creative approach • Musicians who want to progress without a strictly academic teaching style ⸻ My goal To help you develop your musical expression and find your own way of playing and learning.

Pietro

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Belgium
C$86

60-min

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Learn to arrange your songs and produce like a ProTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Learn to arrange your songs and produce like a ProTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Do you have a song that you've written that you believe could be amazing? Do you already have some skills using a DAW like Logic, Ableton, Pro Tools or Garage band? Would you like a new set of 'arrangers/producers ears' to redefine your song, reimagine it or simply improve what you have to bring it up to the best possible level? I have worked in these areas where the boundary between composition, production and arrangement becomes blurred. The truth is they are inseparable to the end result and imagination is everything. So is an extra set of ears! Thats were I can help. Which instrument to use ? (bass guitar or bass synth), which keys sound and where to place it in the mix. Where to set that high pass filter on the vocal? How much saturation does the snare need? Musical arrangement and instrumentation Production techniques, in the context of mixing How best to use harmony in string quartets, or choirs or horn sections How to place the guitar? Does it even need one? I can give creative input and advise having written and composed more than 150 songs and recorded approximately 100+. Having run a UK based record label for almost 20 years. If using a studio DAW, my experience is mainly with LogicPro although most creative 'arrangement' decisions do not need to be technical knob twiddling. My background as a musician is vocals and guitars but as an arranger I've worked with everything.

Vivek

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Switzerland
C$128

60-min

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Applied Music Theory & Musicianship: From Fundamentals to Creative PracticeTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Applied Music Theory & Musicianship: From Fundamentals to Creative PracticeTranslate this text using Google Translate.

This Music Theory class is designed to help students truly understand how music works, not just memorise rules. The course is practical, applied, and directly connected to playing music, especially at the piano. Students learn music theory in a clear and structured way, covering harmony, rhythm, form, and listening skills, while immediately applying these concepts to real music. The class supports pianists, singers, composers, and instrumentalists at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Alongside Western classical and contemporary theory, students also explore Bollywood music, popular harmony, and stylistic elements from modern genres. The aim is to build strong musical awareness, confidence, and independence. How the Class Is Conducted 1. One-to-one online sessions 2. Concepts explained clearly using examples at the piano 3. Regular listening and analysis of real musical works 4. Exercises adapted to the student’s level and goals 5. Theory is always connected to sound, practice, and musical meaning, not taught in isolation. What Students Learn 1. Reading and understanding notation 2. Scales, intervals, chords, and harmony 3. Rhythm, meter, and time organisation 4. Functional harmony and chord progressions 5. Analysis of classical, contemporary, and Bollywood music 6. Applied theory for performance and composition 7. Advanced students also work on analysis, arrangement, and original music. Who This Class Is For 1. Beginners who want a clear foundation 2. Pianists and instrumentalists who want to understand what they play 3. Students preparing for exams or higher studies 4. Songwriters and composers 5. Young teachers seeking stronger theoretical clarity

Sebastian

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Uruguay
C$45

60-min

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Electric Bass Lessons – Online / Online Bass Guitar LessonsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Electric Bass Lessons – Online / Online Bass Guitar LessonsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Personalized bass lessons for all levels, focused on building a solid musical foundation from day one. We work with fundamental exercises to develop technique, instrument control and rhythmic sense, integrating music theory, ear training and improvisation in a practical and applied way. The technique is not approached mechanically, but from the real interpretation, the groove and improvisation, so that what you study translates directly into the music. The classes are adapted to the styles, techniques and contexts in which you want to improve: jazz, popular music, funk, rock, folklore, accompaniment, reading, improvisation or music production. Online mode • Individual classes in • Customized materials and exercises • Spanish or English --- Personalized bass lessons for all levels, focused on building strong musical foundations and real-world skills. We will work with fundamental exercises to develop technique, time feel and control of the instrument, integrating music theory, ear training and improvisation with a practical and musical intent. Technique is approached through interpretation, groove and improvisation, rather than isolated mechanical drills. Lessons are fully adapted to the styles, techniques and musical contexts you want to improve in: jazz, popular music, funk, rock, Latin music, accompaniment, sight-reading, improvisation or music production. Online classes • One-on-one • Customized material and exercises • Lessons in Spanish or English

Izabela

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Romania
C$76

60-min

/h

Piano/ composition/film music/music theory online lessonsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Piano/ composition/film music/music theory online lessonsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Trese online lessons are designed for students who want to develop a solid, practical, and creative understanding of music, whether their focus is piano performance, music theory, composition, or film music. I offer individualized lessons, adapted to each student’s level, goals, and background. The approach combines technical clarity with artistic expression, helping students not only understand music intellectually, but also apply it creatively. Piano lessons focus on technique, musicality, interpretation, sight-reading, and stylistic awareness, tailored to both beginners and intermediate students. Music theory and composition lessons cover harmony, counterpoint, form, analysis, and creative writing techniques, with an emphasis on developing a personal musical language. Film music lessons explore the relationship between music and image, thematic writing, mood creation, orchestration basics, and practical composition strategies used in cinematic contexts. The lessons are suitable for: beginners seeking a strong foundation intermediate students looking to deepen their skills creative musicians interested in composition and film music All sessions are held online in a focused, supportive, and inspiring environment, encouraging curiosity, discipline, and artistic growth.

Dimitris

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Greece
C$125

60-min

/h

Composition for the Piano (incl. use of extended techniques)Translate this text using Google Translate.

Composition for the Piano (incl. use of extended techniques)Translate this text using Google Translate.

Do you want to refine your composing for the piano? This course is for you. In this class we will work on a new piece of yours that includes the piano, and we will discuss about: • a short anatomy of the grand piano. • easy, difficult and unplayable passages (with normal and extended techniques). • the role of pedals on the instrument. • muscle fatigue - the importance of dense and sparse writing. • use of texture and colour. • orchestration on the instrument. Standard extended techniques - notation. • the role of the instrument in the contemporary orchestra and sinfonietta ensemble. • improvisation: dos and don'ts when writing improvised music. The piece can be an idea you had for solo piano/chamber or vocal music (with piano) and want to start composing, a solo piece you have started but you're now stuck on the technical capabilities and difficulties of the instrument, an orchestral piece that contains the piano and you need to better understand its role, or even an old piece which you want to review. Things we'll do: • I'll show you around the piano and its parts (full demonstration of the mechanism). • I'll demonstrate the use of certain extended techniques on my piano. • I'll be testing passages of your piece and give technical advice. You'll have the opportunity to test some passages from your piece as well (optional but highly encouraged). • We'll be listening to some important pieces as aid to each topic we are discussing. The pieces will be from all periods and styles. If you have a composition teacher or you are studying composition at a university: This course is BY NO MEANS a substitute to your teacher. Things like form, composition technique, harmony, style, texture etc. are up to your teacher and you. I may speak my mind on those topics as well, but my goal is not to substitute your teacher, but rather to help you with a more specialised approach to the instrument both from the side of the composer and the performer. If you don't have a composition teacher: Then I am happy to help you with composing this piece of yours. However, note that this may take more time, and we may need to discuss separately a few things about composition. Booking policy: If you want to book this course, then you must have in mind that we'll need several 60 or 90 minutes sessions to complete it. If we do one 90 minute session about one topic from the above, then we certainly need 8-10 sessions to complete the course. So if you are planning for us to talk about everything above, note that fact and plan accordingly (both in terms of schedule and finances). You may as well choose to do a selection from the topics above, or even ask me to show you something else and if I can I will. What I want though is a clear plan, a clear goal for this course, so that I'll cater it to your individual needs. I kindly ask that if you plan on doing the whole course to book it in advance. I also have a quite difficult schedule as an active musician, so we need to be accurate on our scheduling and don't change it all the time. I also reserve the right to deny an application due to time constraints. Sessions will be scheduled on a weekly basis (once a week), and this is for two reasons: 1. I want to be able to provide the best experience for you by planning the lessons to my best capacity, and 2. You will need time to study and work on your piece. All sessions are booked and paid in advance. Cancelling policy: • If any of us gets sick, then we may cancel a session and postpone it for the next time (provided we are in good health). • Hospitalisation and serious health conditions may lead us to cancel several sessions. In that case, paid sessions are "frozen" indefinitely (until we get well) and (in great need) refunded. However, to refund those sessions I'll need to see at least some verification from the hospital. • If you are booking several sessions in advance, you may lose one or two sessions and we'll postpone it for the next time, but no more than two. The third session lost will be paid as an extra session. You'll need to notify me for the lost sessions at least 2 days in advance. • The same works in the opposite way: I may lose a session or two, but no more than two. If I lose a third, then I'll owe you an extra session free of charge. However, I reserve the right to cancel a course completely (see below). • If you are booking one lesson and you don't show up in the first 15 minutes or notify me of your absence, then the lesson is cancelled and not refunded. • For many reasons, I'll may need to cancel the whole course with you. Sometimes people just aren't on the same wavelength, sometimes work or life gets to us, sometimes you may need a more capable teacher etc. If I cancel with you, then I will need to refund the sessions we didn't do. HOWEVER, if you don't show up and not notify me for two sessions or more, then I will not refund you for the lost sessions. I will reach out and give you a "last chance" to show up to a final session, and if you won't show up I'll automatically consider the course with you cancelled and not refund the remaining sessions. Dos and don'ts: I want this to be a safe space, where we'll be exchanging views and sharpening our tools. I like to behave accordingly and be calm and just talk and present something I love. However, I will need to talk about some things with some authority, and I need space from you to do so. So, snickering, whining, interrupting and being toxic in general isn't for me. If something bothers me, I will express it, and I also want for you to do the same. Finally, I teach (high) intermediate level or advanced, meaning that some things will be considered given and known. You must know -for example- to read score, sometimes complex, you must know at least some harmony and counterpoint and have a clear goal as a composer. I don't judge your stylistic choices, my goal is to help you widen your pallet, but you need to be at a certain knowledge level to keep up. So when you reach out to me to book a lesson you also need to send me a couple of your pieces, complete with score (or if they are improvisational you must note it). Based on them we'll proceed (again, not stylistic choice but based on your knowledge level). Thank you for reading this, happy to work with you!

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