I am an experienced educator with 25+ years of teaching clarinet. I treat each student as a unique individual.

I am pleased when my students learn from an experienced and knowledgeable teacher. I like to have fun too.

NorCal Music & Arts Center, located in Sunnyvale, CA, provides quality music and arts education with a focus on goal-oriented learning. With a team of highly qualified teachers, the center ensures student success through active performance opportunities, including monthly recitals and an annual awards event. Offering a diverse range of classes from piano to violin, the center champions a nurturing environment in its spacious facility. Acquired in 2016, NorCal Music & Arts Center continues to motivate and inspire students, fostering a lifelong appreciation for music and the arts.

Established in 2022, Almaden Academy of Music is located in San Jose, California and serves the surrounding areas. The academy provides a supportive and inclusive environment for music education. Offering both group classes for early childhood and private lessons on all instruments, the academy focuses on fostering a love for music in every student. With an emphasis on proper technique and enjoyment, Almaden Academy welcomes students of all ages and skill levels. Musical styles range from classical and jazz to pop. The faculty comprises of highly trained musicians and passionate educators from around the world.

Hummingbird Music School, founded in 2009, serves the San Carlos and Redwood City, California areas. Their team of extraordinary musicians and experienced educators provide high-quality, customized music education for all types of students. They specialize in diverse courses, including piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, trumpet, mandolin, French horn, violin, cello, and voice. With a nurturing and fun learning environment, they ensure students gain a solid foundation in instrument technique, note and rhythm reading, and music theory. The school also offers after-school music classes, live Zoom lessons, and a summer rock band camp.

Paul Degen Music, based in San Jose, California, is a full-service woodwind and brass instrument repair shop. They are experts in restoring high-end vintage saxophones and offer private one-on-one lessons for saxophone, flute, clarinet, and recorder. Their specialization and dedication make them a premier choice for both instrument repair and music education in the area.

Artis School of Music, based in Belmont, California, is a renowned music institution founded in 2015. They specialize in providing private and group lessons in piano, violin, guitar, ukulele, voice, and drum for ages 4 and up. Their teaching philosophy centers around the child and student, with an emphasis on fundamental techniques and positive learning attitudes. They strive to create well-rounded young musicians through a synthesis of various disciplines, tailored to each student's individual needs.

Founded by Dr. Jonathan Jou and Mr. Felix Hsiao in 2006, Jou Music Institute (JMI) has been delivering high-quality music education in San Jose, California, and surrounding areas. Committed to nurturing musical talents across various instruments, JMI has been instrumental in shaping many successful music careers. The Institute, with its team of dedicated instructors, ensures personalized attention to students, guiding them to mastery in their chosen instrument.

Evergreen Studio Music & The Arts, located in San Jose, California, is a growing music school dedicated to ensuring the future of musicianship. They offer private lessons in a wide range of disciplines including piano, violin, guitar, saxophone, flute, clarinet, voice, children’s chorus, theater, and acting. As a proud partner to local school districts, they provide quality visual and performing arts education to all ages and offer scholarships to deserving students. Passionate about their students, they strive to master musicianship through comprehensive instruction and performance.

Community Synergy Inc, located in Santa Clara, California, specializes in personalized music lessons for both children and adults. They offer a variety of formats including private, group, virtual, and in-person lessons. Their talented instructors teach a range of instruments such as violin, viola, piano, clarinet, flute, saxophone, and more. For added convenience, they provide a violin for students who register for violin lessons and don't have their own. A demo lesson is also available through Zoom.