Learn from Great Jazz Composition Teachers

Hello! With over 28 years in the music industry, I am an experienced Trumpet, Vocal, Piano and Music Theory (Composition, Orchestration & Arrangement) teacher and graduated with distinction for a Masters degree in music. B.Mus.. MMus.(UCT).

Hey there!! I'm a professional trumpeter in Los Angeles, CA with a Master's Degree in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California. I also spent the last year building tonebase trumpet, a world-class premium course library with some of the best trumpeters in the world, from whom I learned for the past year.

*If you do not see a suitable time in my availability please message me, I'm sure I can fit you into my schedule somewhere!* When he is not busy performing or recording, Matt loves to share his passion for music with others by teaching all levels and ages of students.

Kenneth Brown II’s dedication to music began when reading The Trumpet and the Swan at 8 years old. Within its pages, a swan uses a trumpet to speak to others, and there should be no surprise that Brown uses his own music to give voice to his story. Brown obtained his B.A. in Music Performance from Morehouse College, specializing in Trumpet under the tutelage of Melvin Jones.

Composer, music theorist and educator. I teach how to play piano and everything about music theory and composition (orchestration, arrangement, sibelius, etc) ----- For scheduling, PLEASE CONTACT ME so we can work out a time slot :) ----- I studied Music Theory and Composition and I hold a Masters in Composition as well.

Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Angel Irizarry is a composer, producer,and guitarist who started his musical life playing with local bands in Dominican Republic and as a studio musician. Influenced by the many styles like Jazz, Latin, Blues, and Rock, Angel found his sound through experimentations and constantly exploring his music.

Ben Shanblatt is a guitarist, composer, and educator based in NYC. He has served as a sideman, session musician, touring guitarist, and bandleader in virtually all styles of contemporary music. Some venues Ben has played include Smalls Jazz Club, The Knitting Factory, The Cutting Room, and Nublu among many others.

I am a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and composer with over 15 years of teaching experience in music schools, high schools, and private instruction. Educated at London’s Trinity College of Music, I hold ABRSM Grade 8 certifications in singing, violin, and music theory, alongside advanced studies in piano and guitar.

I'm ready to help you bring your musicianship to the next level. As a lifelong musician and avid learner, I have been through the paces of learning new skills and studying a wide range of disciplines. Across years of teaching, I have put together a creative and engaging approach to lessons. I cannot wait to share my enthusiasm with you.

Eric Johnson is a Los Angeles based woodwind instrumentalist, composer, and producer. He can be seen performing in local jazz venues as well as with Chicano soul powerhouse group Thee Sinseers. While earning his master's degree in jazz and improvisational music from University of Nevada Reno, he was awarded a graduate teaching assistant position working with undergraduate jazz…