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Top 10 music performance lessons in Manhattan Beach, CA

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Jacob Abinante

Jacob Abinante

5.0(2)
2 hires on Lessons.com
11+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA
Daniel B. says, "Jacob is awesome! I have wanted to dive into jazz and this guy just gets it. He's super encouraging and actually makes it fun. I'm not just mindlessly pressing keys or following tutorials, I'm actually getting to learn about how music works. While our curriculum is focused on jazz, Jacob is never shy about teaching me the occasional pop tune that I want to learn. Most folks think you have to start playing an instrument as a youngster, but I'm an adult with a job and a family, and I can't believe how much I've progressed in such a short time. If you're looking for a piano teacher, this is the guy." Read more
Celine Chen

Celine Chen

3+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
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.
Sean Matsukawa

Sean Matsukawa

1 hire on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
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.
Piano Lesson

Piano Lesson

5+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
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.
Jim Avakian Music

Jim Avakian Music

24+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
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 ...
Next Note Music

Next Note Music

5.0(4)
Top Pro
21+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA
Tim says, "Next Note Muisc has been and is a great guitar, bass, uke, Trumpet teacher to both my son, daughter and I. They are extremely knowledgeable when it comes to all kinds of string instruments. They work hard to make schedules work and have always been flexible and understanding. They relate to us very well and enjoys tailoring lessons around our goals. One week they may be playing the uke then the next guitar. It can be difficult and nerve racking finding a teacher you are comfortable inviting into you home. Finding Next Note Music was a good thing and I have never had concerns once we had our first lesson." Read more
Southbay Piano Lessons

Southbay Piano Lessons

5.0(3)
5 hires on Lessons.com
19+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Lisa C. says, "My son really enjoys meeting with his "Teacher Chris" weekly, not only for lessons, but also for sharing things that are going on in his life. Teacher Chris goes "above and beyond." I asked Chris to come up with a "Talent Show" act for my son and his two friends - where all three kids would play the same piano and change places. He spent hours creating a 3-part arrangement of the "Can Can." Then he spent hours and hours doing extra practice sessions with the kids. The final result was awesome!!! " Read more
Peaceland Music

Peaceland Music

5.0(2)
10 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Harley M. says, " Great prices, and the teachers are awesome and patient. Great place!!" Read more
Hear My Voice Academy

Hear My Voice Academy

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
17+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
Mason T. says, "Most genuine instructor I have ever met who is more focused on a spiritual and emotional balance before helping his students actually Find their own voice. " Read more
Cornerstone Music Conservatory

Cornerstone Music Conservatory

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
55+ years in business
Serves Manhattan Beach, CA & Online
F T. says, "Commitment to quality music of all genres, including Classical, which is my focus. Well-organized business that makes scheduling simple. Reception staff is exceptional. Director of the school is most experienced in the area, and infuses dedication in all the students. My piano instructor is superbly qualified and has been a gem to work with. A place where I trusted my children's music education from their small childhood through high school." Read more

Reviews for Manhattan Beach music performance lessons

Recent success stories from people in the Manhattan Beach area.
Emma D.
Jacob is very patient, skilled, and highly informed in music theory. I learned so much and we made a lot of progress in just one lesson. Definitely hit the jackpot having him as a teacher!
Jacob Abinante
John
Dan is an amazing teacher and all around awesome guy. I started with Dan about 3 years ago thinking that there is no way I could learn how to play the electric guitar at the age of 40?! I'm so happy to report that I now can play so many of the songs I love and consider myself an intermediate player. Dan is super patient and totally open to trying new songs, even some of my depressing Joy Division favorites. Oh and talk about patience....he also teaches my daughter and her friend acoustic guitar and has to teach them One Direction and Bieber songs. Now that's patience! Highly, highly recommended.
Next Note Music
Glenn S.
We have been working with Chris for the past 7 years. We started with him and our daughter when she was 5-years-old. Chris is an outstanding teacher, especially with children. He is patient, encouraging and very knowledgeable about effective methods for teaching piano to children. We have continued to work with Chris all these years because he is very flexible not only with his time, but also with the curriculum. We have focused most of our daughter's training in classical piano (Beethoven, Mozart, Bach), but more recently asked for pop (Pink, Ed Sheeran) and jazz-blues (Herbie Handcock, 12-bar form) training as well; which he is fully capable of teaching effectively. Finally, in terms of experience, Chris offers many years of teaching as well as his personal experience as a professional musician into his curriculum -- introducing interesting and useful ideas that make his lessons fun and exciting.
Southbay Piano Lessons
Donna Y.
I learned so much today.
Peaceland Music
Freddy S.
Nicolette was such a great instructor! She was always very knowledgeable and patient with me. I learned so much from her. The lessons were started off with warm-ups/breathing exercises. Then we would work on a song that we chose together. I would sing as she made notes on what I did and didn't do well and then we'd go over those notes. The lessons were always VERY constructive and she would always leave me with exercises to help me improve between our weekly lessons. 10/10
Mesmerize Studio
Sam M.
I took some lessons as a kid but don't remember much. He was patient and helped me focus on the area that i needed to imrove in. Always a fun lesson with Tor! Highly recommend!
Tor Gar
Steve G.
Cathy is a pleasure to work with. I came to Cathy with no singing experience. She always takes the time to answer my questions and to develop a lesson plan specific to my needs. During my time with her she has helped me to expand my vocal range and boost my confidence to perform in public. She even provided me with some CDs with vocal exercises and warmups. I’d definitely recommend Cathy!
Sing it Forward
Anne B.
Melissa is a phenomenal acting coach! My ten-year old daughter has grown and learned so much through Melissa’s performing arts workshop. Melissa is extremely experienced and knowledgeable in acting techniques and the acting industry. Melissa is positive, energetic, fun and caring. She makes the classes fun for kids while simultaneously teaching. Highly recommend this workshop!
Melissa K’s Performing Arts Workshop
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