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.

Tonal Essence, established in 1990 in San Leandro, CA, specializes in personalized music education. With over 27 years of experience, the company offers one-on-one tutoring to aid students in achieving their musical dreams. Tonal Essence is passionate about helping students improve quickly and effectively. They provide a wide range of music lessons including saxophone, flute, clarinet, piano, and more, with a strong focus on jazz, classical, and popular genres. The company, led by Dr. Maureen Spranza, encourages consistent practice to master musical skills.

New World Music Academy, located in Pleasanton, California, was founded in 2005 by concert pianists Mark Anderson and Tamriko Siprashvili. The academy is renowned for its quality music instruction, accommodating all ages and levels across a wide variety of musical styles and instruments. From semi-private piano classes to Rock n' Roll jam sessions and a Children's Chorus, the academy ensures a comprehensive music education. Their teaching staff consists of highly experienced instructors, demonstrating their committed approach to quality music education since their inception.

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.

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.

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.

Lauren's Vocal Studio is a traveling studio with the education and musical background that provides students with a well rounded musical experience that includes: music theory, healthy vocal technique, detailed piano technique, clarinet technique and music history. Students who are part of Lauren's Vocal Studio come away from lessons knowing the difference between the right and wrong way to sing as well as the difference between the right and wrong way to play piano and clarinet. It is my goal to provide the best education possible that allows my students to sing the healthy way throughout their whole life. Growing up, I knew I wanted to be i...

Dr. Michelle Cleere, founded in 2002, operates in Oakland, CA and its surroundings. As a global performance coach and creator of the "Beat the Demons™" System for Peak Performance, she assists top athletes, musicians, and executives in competitive fields to unlock their mental power. Her coaching tools have been adopted by coaches and teachers globally. Besides, she serves on the JFK University faculty, focusing her research on using the mind as an ally to enhance performance. She is a powerful speaker, contributor to various health magazines, and a trusted advisor for Pixar Animation Studios and Dr. Oz.