Find a music lesson in Union City, CA

Find music lessons in Union City, CA

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Top 10 music classes in Union City, CA

Students agree: these Union City music lessons are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Ken Aram

Ken Aram

4.9Exceptional(7)
69 hires on Lessons.com
22+ years in business
Serves Union City, CA & Online
Keith R. says, "He listens and responds to what I need to learn K" Read more
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons

4.8Excellent(6)
8 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Union City, CA & Online
Jason D. says, "As an adult taking Bass Guitar lessons, I appreciate Ben's patience and methodical process to teach the Bass Guitar. He has an excellent set up to show students how to maintain their instrument (string replacement, tuning, etc). Ben takes time to explain how the instrument is built and works. He works with you to find and achieve goals in your learning experience. Not only does he provide guidance he is an excellent musician and will demonstrate various techniques and music styles (jazz to speed metal). I highly recommend Ben for any lessons on Bass, Guitar, or Ukulele." Read more
Eteri's Piano Studio

Eteri's Piano Studio

30+ years in business
Serves Union City, CA
Dear Parents. I would love to invite your growing chlildren to my piano studio. I have over 25 years experience with teaching piano to kids and adults of all ages. My passion for music shows through my teaching technique and the success of your chlidren's shown through my be-annual piano recitals. I convenietly located in Palo Alto with several time slots available. Please take a peek at my Face Book page - "Eteri's Piano Sudio." Look forward to welcoming your children to my musical family....
Amazing Accordion

Amazing Accordion

5.0Exceptional(9)
7 hires on Lessons.com
Serves Union City, CA & Online
Michael C. says, "Aaron is quite excellent for piano accordion lessons. Patient and perceptive about where your current challenges/weaknesses lie and clever at proposing exercises/remedies for those weaknesses. Very low-key, easy-going, professional, and high quality teaching. Highly recommended with no reservations. " Read more
Fun Piano

Fun Piano

Serves Union City, CA & Online
Welcome to Fun Piano in sunny bay area, CA, where we bring the joy of music into your life! Specializing in personalized piano lessons, we focus on harnessing your unique talents and musical aspirations. Whether you're a beginner eager to explore or an experienced player looking to refine your skills, our lessons are crafted to inspire and challenge. Join us and discover the magic of music through engaging and dynamic piano sessions that are sure to enrich your musical journey. Let's create beautiful melodies together!
Clifford Lamb

Clifford Lamb

5.0(2)
5 hires on Lessons.com
25+ years in business
Serves Union City, CA & Online
Fred W. says, "He is great with our kids and has an elemental way of teaching that is easy to understand. we are thrilled " Read more
Tambordrum

Tambordrum

20+ years in business
Serves Union City, CA & Online
In my class you will learn to develop your skills in all aspects of percussion. Starting with basics like clave, bell, and shaker. Then moving to hand technique for djembe, conga and timbau. Then progress to stick control and mallets. I’ve been playing since 1998, been to Brazil 🇧🇷 5 times spending a couple months each time leaning rhythms from Bahia, and Rio. Such as Batucada, and samba reggea. Also have travelled to Cuba 🇨🇺 3 times and studied popular music like salsa, cha cha cha, son, and other similar styles. Also aloooot of rumba. So wether a begging drummer, or advanced musician. I certainly have something to share with you.
Piano With Marina

Piano With Marina

Serves Union City, CA
Many options and services,flexible schedule and high professional portfolio. Emotional connection with my students and parents.
Drum Lessons By Rich

Drum Lessons By Rich

Serves Union City, CA
I am flexible with a family's schedule to arrange a lesson time. Once in lessons, I focus on the students strengths, ability and desire to play drums. I am patient as well with students who stuggle to make progress and encourge them to apply the lesson success with other areas of life. Seeing the student over come a challenge. Watching a student playing public.
Casso Perrier

Casso Perrier

Serves Union City, CA
With a deep-rooted passion for music and a relentless commitment to excellence, I have established myself as a talented and highly professional figure in the music industry. Whether in the studio or on stage, my creativity, discipline, and attention to detail consistently shine through in every project I undertake. I bring a unique sound and vision that resonate with audiences, while my ability to collaborate, meet deadlines, and uphold the highest standards of integrity make me a trusted partner among industry professionals. Driven by both artistic innovation and a strong work ethic, I continue to grow, inspire, and contribute meaningfully t

Your Music Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do music lessons cost?

Music lessons cost $40 to $90 per hour. Most teachers offer weekly lessons in order to provide regular feedback, keep students motivated, and provide enough opportunities to learn new techniques and pieces of music. More frequent lessons do not provide enough time to practice and master skills between lessons.

To save money on music lessons consider group lessons, which are often cheaper than private lessons and allow you to learn from other students. Another option is to take online lessons which tend to be more affordable than in-person lessons and can be a great way to learn from a qualified teacher that isn't local. Finally, look for scholarships or grants to help pay for music lessons.

At what age can you start music lessons?

The best age to start music lessons depends on the individual and their interests. Most experts agree that children can start learning music as early as 3 or 4 years old when they can communicate and follow instructions. There is no age that is too late to take music lessons – even seniors can benefit from learning or improving their musical skills.

Studies have shown that children who are exposed to music at an early age have better language skills, memory, and problem-solving skills. Music lessons help improve fine motor skills like hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity which are important for other activities like writing and drawing. Learning to play an instrument can also build a child's self-confidence and help to develop a child's creativity.

How long does it take to learn an instrument?

The amount of time it takes to learn an instrument depends on the instrument, the student's age, and the amount of time they practice. In general, it takes several months to a year to learn the basics of most instruments including how to read music and play basic scales and chords. With regular practice, students can expect to play simple songs within a few months.

Piano, guitar, and percussion instruments are some of the easier instruments to learn. Strings and horn instruments take a bit longer to learn. Becoming proficient at any instrument takes several years of lessons and regular practice.

Do I need an instrument at home to take music lessons?

No, you do not need an instrument at home to take music lessons, but it does make it easier to practice and improve your skills. Without an instrument at home, you will need to find an instrument to practice between lessons if you hope to improve.

Before investing in any musical instrument, you will want to talk with the music teacher to find the instrument that is right for you. Guitars are a popular instrument for beginners since they are relatively inexpensive to buy. The flute is another simple instrument to learn and is a good choice for students who want to learn to play an instrument quickly. Pianos are a more costly instrument but are a popular choice for families since everyone can enjoy playing the same instrument.

How do online music lessons work?

Online music lessons are similar to in-person lessons, only the teacher and student are not in the same physical location. Using video conferencing platforms such as Skype or Zoom, the teacher and students can communicate with each other from the privacy of their homes.

In order to take advantage of the affordable online lessons, you need a computer and internet connection with good audio and video quality to avoid frustration. The teacher and student join the video call and the lesson proceeds in the same way they would for an in-person lesson. Online music lessons require more focus and patience and are not suggested for very young students.

What questions should I ask a music teacher?

Here are some important questions you should ask a music teacher before you start taking lessons:

  • What is your teaching style?
  • What is your experience teaching music?
  • What are your rates?
  • How long are your lessons?
  • What is your availability?
  • What are your expectations for students?
  • Can you provide references from your current and past students?

How do I choose a music teacher?

Choosing a qualified music teacher is important for those wanting to learn or develop their musical skills. Find a teacher that fits your schedule, budget, and learning style by following these recommendations:

  • Look for a teacher with a degree in music or years of experience teaching your preferred instrument.
  • Make sure the teacher with a teaching style that suits you. For example, if you learn better with a more formal teacher that focuses on technique, don't choose a teacher that is more relaxed and focuses on creative, free-style playing.
  • Find a teacher that is affordable for your budget and has availability for lessons that fit your schedule.
  • Confirm that the teacher will help you reach your goals whether it is to learn a new instrument, read music, learn music theory, or just have fun.How do I choose a music teacher?

Reviews for Union City music classes

Recent success stories from people in the Union City area.
Christopher Austin L.
Ken Aram’s professionalism, knowledge, expertise, and consistency as an instructor of vocals has been a great pleasure to work with and allowed me to go to another level of vocal ability that I kept dreaming of until I started seeing results thanks to him. Ken has always shown great enthusiasm and patience throughout my difficult journey to grow as a vocal student. Also, Ken is very friendly, and I got to know him as a great friend.
Ken Aram
Tom M.
In the course of a year Ben has introduced me to a variety of ukulele playing techniques (strumming patterns, fingering, muting, hammer-ons, hammer-offs, overtones, slides, pinching etc.) some of which I've been able to learn and execute with some proficiency. He's also taught me how to look at sheet music and puzzle out for myself fingering for melodies and chord fragments based on the chord structures to which these melodies and chord fragments are associated. In this time I've gone from being a nearly 60-year old complete beginner to being someone able to competently play melody and/or chord lines for the following songs "Fly Me to the Moon", "Walk Don't Run", "Sounds of Silence", "Kawika", "The Entertainer", "Hide Away", "Crazy", "Sweet Lelani", "Tears on My Pillow", "Behind Blue Eyes" "Breakdown", "Killing Me Softly" "White Christmas", "Mele Kalikimaka" "Vietnam", and some others.
Ben McSherry Guitar Lessons
Clayton N.
Aaron has helped me a lot. Especially improving my left hand capabilities. He is familiar with many different styles of music. He is also very good at figuring out how to play pieces that were not written for accordion.
Amazing Accordion
Sarah
Clifford is an extremely skilled pianist, and a great teacher!
Clifford Lamb
Linda L.
My 12-year old daughter has been taking flute lessons with Wayne Basker for about two years. Previously, my daughter played piano for 6 years before switching to flute. Wayne is not only a dedicated, talented musician, but also a great teacher. He is so friendly, kind and easy to work with. Wayne is always so professional with a wonderfully positive attitude. He is very attentive and passionate about helping students to reach their goals. Wayne always goes the extra mile to help out with my daughter to prepare for Certificate of Merit and auditions for youth orchestras. He is always encouraging (even when my daughter encounters challenges with more difficult pieces) and offers advice on various different ways to improve. When he teaches, he focuses on tone, technique, basic music theory, developing strong practice habits, and musicality. It is rare to find a teacher who is so caring, instills the love of music in a child, and inspires them to do better. I highly recommend Wayne to anyone who is looking for a flute teacher!
Basker Flute Studio
Kimmi H.
I feel incredibly blessed to have had Nora's musical influence through out my life. Nora is deeply committed to instilling a deep understanding of music through historical context, music theory as well as the expression of music through her students' connection with music. From Nora's experiences growing up in Russia, her understanding of European history and her natural curiosity for historical culture, her life experiences culminates in the practice room to bring meaning to the music that were written in times of Bach, Beethoven, Schummann, Prokofiev, to the comtemporary. I remember it to be a colorful depiction of what life was like back then, the social revolutionary movements and it's effects on music. She is then able to translate that into the musical notes on the page from form and structure to music progressions to chromatic development to style of playing and articulations. But the most important lesson I learn from her is how to express emotions through music as this is what connects us to the sounds that is being created. Although I have won awards from competitions during Nora teachings, I cannot tell you where those certificates lie but what stays with me in the last 20 years is the love of music, the trained ears for appreciating classical music, the spirit of beauty in the world by valuing music and last but not least the ability to express myself in a deeply satisfying way without using words.
Nora Ayzman
Richard R.
“John Dibenedetti is a fabulous musician himself, and more importantly is supportive and encouraging, with weekly hints on ways to improve my technique at the piano. Been with John for years ...he continues to inspire me! 5 stars ”
John D piano instruction
Jake
Paul has taught me a ton about not only classical guitar but music theory as well in just a few months, would recommend him to anyone and any level.
CLASSICAL GUITAR LESSONS
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