These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.



Hailing from Los Angeles California and Nashville Tennessee, Serge the former Musicians Institute alumni has not only been a multi instrumentalist for almost 20 years but has also been in the industry over a decade. He has worked with the likes of major artists and record labels such as Dr. Dre, L.A. Reid, Mike Portnoy (dream theater), Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Dave Ellefson (Megadeth), and Island Def Jam Recordings. Throughout Serge's career one of his greatest joys and accomplishments has been teaching guitar, bass, and piano and sharing his knowledge of multiple genres, fast licks, and music theory. His mission is too positively influence, inspire, and grow with his students, and help make the next generation of great musicians

Phil brings over thirty years of teaching experience to his students, working with all ages, levels, and stylistic interests. He has taught individual and group formats, from beginner classes to college level ensembles, and works with all instruments in the areas of theory/composition and improvisation. His pedagogical philosophy aims to facilitate learning music as a language, while simultaneously helping students to (eventually) become their own teacher. This involves helping them acquire the tools and understanding to achieve their musical and life goals. It is about the growth and development of the entire person.