Private Guitar Lessons & Teachers in Van Nuys, CA

Imagine getting to play the part of music that makes people dance. With 18 years of experience, I provide personalized guidance, helping you master techniques and unleash your musicality. Let's groove! I have been performing as a bassist for over 18 years, and teaching for over ten years. As an instructor, I meet students where they are and tailor my teaching approach accordingly. Lessons are collaborative; I want to get to know each student and your individual goals and learning style in order to create an open and comfortable learning environment. My extensive musical background allows you to choose music YOU like to play, and through each song we will work on specific technical, harmonic, and rhythmic concepts. I use my experience as an active working musician to inform the lessons and ground everything you learn in real-world application. About me: I tour the US and internationally with Future Teens, an indie rock band with over three LPs on our resume. Future Teens has been featured on NPR, The Boston Globe, and WBUR, and was Boston Music Awards’ 2019 Alt/Indie Artist of the Year. I studied bass performance at Berklee College of Music, where I earned the Bass Department Outstanding Performer Award and Scholarship. I have a BA in English and French from Skidmore College (‘13). I have worked with students between the ages of six and sixty and welcome students of all ages.

"This guitar lesson with Maya was engaging and enjoyable. The pacing felt just right, making it easy to follow along and stay motivated. If you want to improve your skills in a supportive environment, I recommend giving Maya’s lessons a try. It’s a great way to build confidence and have fun playing guitar! 🎸

With a musical journey spanning three decades, I've traversed the globe recording and touring with platinum-selling artists. Alongside this remarkable career, I've devoted 33 years to teaching the art of music (both Guitar and Bass). From private lessons to guiding aspiring musicians at esteemed institutions like MI and LA College of Music, and leading master classes across the world, I have honed a versatile teaching approach. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of styles and caters to all ages and skill levels. Together, let's make music an unforgettable part of your life's soundtrack.

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Unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar lessons! With 20 years of experience as a professional musician, I offer expert guidance tailored to your goals. Whether you're a beginner or advanced player, let's explore the world of guitar together!

I'm a seasoned guitarist with 16 years of experience, including performing as a touring artist. I help aspiring musicians of all levels find their unique voice on the guitar through personalized lessons that are both fun and effective. Let's work together to unlock your musical potential!

My journey as a professional musician ignited my passion for teaching guitar. For 25 years, I've guided aspiring guitarists, sharing my knowledge and experience to help them reach their full potential. Some of my students have gone on to be professional working musicians and landed gigs with Ziggy Marley, Gwen Stefani and many more. I will help you unlock your musical intution/creativity and give you creative ways to practice and learn songs , solos etc . I will also teach you ways to track your progress. I believe playing and learning music should be fun, and I make it easier on you to understand certain concepts from a technical, theoretical and practical point of view. I accept beginner to advanced. I can tailor lessons to your needs , the style you want to play, and I can create assignments to help you reach your goals from a professional working musician's perspective. You will find just after a short period how much you can improve your skills and feel the confidence to continue to your goal. My teaching experiences have taken me through schools , clinics at music stores and workshops. I also coach bands , teach beginner to intermediate bass , and music production one on one or group. A little about my work as a musician : Over the years, I toured, recorded and played with numerous bands and artists such as, Carly Simon, Ben Taylor, Mike Keneally, Bryan Beller, Armande Sabel-Leco, Paul Barrere, Kenny Gradney and Bill Payne, Pato Banton, Brendon Small's Galaktikon, Bird York, Janet Robin, Gwen Stefani, Eve, The Roots and more ! I also have theatrical show experience with numerous plays and with Cirque Du Soliel's 'Totem' , ' Corteo' and 'Zarkana'. All these experiences have contributed to the variety of styles in my arsenal that I play and teach. And I can coach you through a very simple plan of action to reach your goals if you desire to do that. Please don't hesitate to reach out to schedule a lesson with me. I look forward to hear from you ! * Note ; for Group Coaching and lessons , the fee is discussed based on how many students , where the event or class takes place and for how long. Thank you Rick

Unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar lessons! With 30 years of experience as a professional musician, I offer expert guidance tailored to your individual goals and skill level. Let's embark on a rewarding journey of musical discovery together!

Harness the power of music and find your voice through the guitar. With 24 years of experience as a professional musician, I'm passionate about guiding students of all levels on their musical journey. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

Music is my lifelong passion, and sharing that passion with students like you is incredibly rewarding. As a professional musician with 15 years of teaching experience, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. Let's work together to unlock your musical potential and help you excel at guitar.

As a touring artist for many years, I bring a unique performance perspective to my acoustic guitar and bass instruction. For over 15 years, I've helped young students to find their “sound”on the acoustic guitar and bass. I'm excited to guide you on your musical journey! Creativity is my soul and I want to bring this idea to your musical life.

"To Whom It May Concern, This letter is submitted in support of Mr. Luciano Franceschini Aires, professionally known as Marano, a distinguished Brazilian music producer, composer, and performer. Mr. Marano's artistic influence extends beyond the studio and stage into meaningful social and community engagement, demonstrating a level of impact and leadership that significantly benefits the field of music and the broader public. A compelling example of this is his involvement in the 2018 cultural initiative at Morro Santa Marta, a historically underserved community in Rio de Janeiro.

As a recording artist, I've spent over a decade exploring the nuances of the guitar and how it fits into my style. I received technical advice that makes the playing part easier, which is necessary when situations call for a specific technique or multiple sounds that are needed for the performance. I am able to provide such a foundation, and am able to build on that so that you can become successful in your ventures.