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Ben is a composer/arranger, trombonist, bassist, and audio engineer/producer who is experienced in many genres, particularly working in "popular music," such as funk, disco, pop, rock, and indie. Ben has arranged over 100 songs for cover bands and other ensembles, and as a multi-instrumentalist with a composition degree, he brings a unique perspective and expertise to arranging,…

About Me & My Teaching Approach Professional Background With over 30 years of professional performance and 25 years of teaching experience, my musical journey has spanned across Mexico, Canada, and Brazil. I am a multi-instrumentalist (Bass, Guitar, Piano, and Drums) and a composer currently preparing for an international performance contract with Disney.

Bio: I am a 29-year-old graduate of Jazz Performance studies at the prestigious Capilano University and an experienced music educator who has afforded himself lessons from the very best in the world. I have first-hand knowledge from music legends like Frank Vignola, Gene Bertoncini, Chris Eldridge, and locally to Vancouver, Bill Coon, and Ron Samworth among others.

Matt is a globally touring tubist, Army Musician, pianist, arranger, and composer, tuba instructor at 7-time world champions The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps, and is a leading proponent for the marriage of brass and electronics residing in Nashville, Tenn.

Hi, and welcome to my teaching profile :) Main subjects and instruments include electric guitar, bass guitar, acoustic guitar, ukulele, cajon, drumkit, music theory, improvisation, percussion, aural skills (ear training), eurythmics (internalizing rhythm), sight-reading, classical guitar and flamenco guitar. Lessons are fun, engaging, and educational.

Hello! My name is Soledad Maldonado. I´m a Composer, Orchestra Conductor, Violinist, and Pianist from Argentina, with over 15 years of experience in music education and artistic creation. I hold a degree in Musical Composition from the National University of Córdoba. Where I also worked as an Assistant Professor in the Composition Department.

I am a Berlin based pianist and composer, who loves teaching music. I studied jazz in Cologne and started my teaching career on the side. I was always an active musician on the scene, but also developed an enthusiasm for sharing my knowledge. After finishing my studies, that flame kept lit and never went out.

As an award-winning music educator, professional singer-songwriter, and social media creator with over 1.1 million YouTube subscribers and 1.4 million TikTok followers, I’m passionate about helping students achieve their artistic dreams while navigating today’s music industry.

2025 Teacher of the year in Voice and Pop Voice!! I’m a creative, encouraging and patient teacher, who specializes in tailoring my music lessons to fit you! As a certified music educator with 17 years of teaching experience, I have developed effective strategies and tools to coach students with a wide variety of learning styles and interests to become successful musicians.

For over 33 years as a musician and 29 years as an educator for all grade levels and teachers alike, I have the experience of learning from my previous students and applying more efficient techniques to current and future ones. Much like my students, I work towards learning the most innovative techniques while foreseeing the trends of the future in music and education.