Welcome! I began studying the piano at the age of 4 and since then, have gone on to win prestigious international competitions, including the Kaufman Music Center International Youth Piano Competition and the Young Musicians Inspiring Change International Competition. Most notably, I was a Herbert Zipper Scholar at the Colburn School of Music, a 2022 winner of the YoungArts National Competition, and an NPR From The Top finalist. Currently, I am pursuing a piano performance degree and a flute performance degree at USC. I have a passion for teaching and love nurturing creativity in my students.

Welcome! My name is Sean Matsukawa. I am a 2 time Grammy award winner and have worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Ariana Grande, ROSALÍA, and more. I have over 15 years of experience as an audio engineer & producer and 20 years of experience as a guitarist and bassist. I am passionate about sharing the knowledge and tools to help aspiring musicians create what they would like to create and play how they would love to play.

Music lessons can be frustrating. Often, teachers will demonstrate a passage and expect students to replicate it immediately. Completely disregarding the difficulties of overcoming a struggle. -A teacher with fluency at the keyboard is a must. My students have won competitions, performed with international orchestras, and been accepted to top conservatories such as Juilliard, New England Conservatory, and Manhattan School of Music. -I always inspire students to explore beyond what is written on the page and promote a sense of self-reflection within the students for personal growth. A teacher is successful when they no longer have to teach.

Lessons are custom tailored for students needs. I believe the best learning to be experiential and inspired, if you’re inspired, you will practice! My goal is to inspire and encourage expression in the art form of playing piano, to bring out the student’s own natural musicality and self-expression. I want the student to really enjoy the learning experience! I use a combination of techniques in my lessons that coordinates the mind, hand, fingers, and spirit. I will cover sound foundation skills such as: Technique, Sight Reading, Rhythm Development, Theory, Exercises for Finger Development and Control, Improvisation, & Musicianship. Getting ...

Welcome! I am a graduate student at USC’s Thornton School of Music, one of the leading music conservatories in the country. I have won top prizes in over 15 piano competitions around the world. As a piano teacher, my priority is for my students to cultivate an interest and passion for music. I strive to enrich all my students to play with joy and self-confidence while tailoring every lesson to be a suitable fit for each individual student. I emphasize a strong balance of technique and expressive playing through the introduction of various technical exercises and repertoire specifically selected for each student’s learning style and abilities