Hello! My name is Esther, and I am a classically trained pianist and violinist with over 25 years of playing experience. I earned my Bachelor of Music in Violin Performance from the Claire Trevor School of the Arts at UC Irvine and have been teaching students of various ages and skill levels for several years. My teaching approach focuses on building strong technical foundations while fostering a genuine love for music. I specialize in the Suzuki Method and tailor each lesson to meet the individual needs and learning styles of my students. Whether a student is picking up the violin for the first time or preparing for auditions and performanc

I have undergraduate and graduate degrees in music performance, and I've been teaching for decades. I have also played for many television shows and movies, such as Inside/Out, Wall-e, Finding Nemo, Finding Dory, America's Got Talent, Lost, and Family Guy, to name a few. I've recorded and performed with many groups and stars, including Guns & Roses, Aerosmith, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Andrea Bocelli, Mannheim Steamroller, the Pacific Symphony, and Laguna Pagaent of the Masters Orchestra, so I have lots of experience to bring to every level of teaching. I love the satisfaction I get when my students do well at auditions. I have a 12-year-...

Interaction not only between student and teacher but in duets, trios, different instruments working together. All styles of music. Students interacting with students. Performance, competition, and Master Class oportunities. Understanding and application of all aspects of Music. Music is a wonderful gift. One that will not only bless the student and teacher but those around them. To see a student perfect and enjoy a song no matter what their level, is a joy. To be able to have an outlet for your emotions, perfecting your discipline through music is a wonderful experience that lasts your whole life. There is nothing more satisfying and...

Good music lessons are about helping students PERFORM any piece of music they want. GREAT music lessons are about helping students DISCOVER more music to achieve a wider musical vocabulary. I teach Piano, Violin, and Guitar. I have taught Piano for over 10 years. I focus on getting to performing pieces as quickly as possible, using drills and music theory. I love music myself, and I love seeing students improve in their music skills! Everything about this work is rewarding!...

Seeing students success in playing and enjoying music. Having the chance to share something that has been a joy in my life.