Music Lesson Instructors in Newport Beach, California (Orange County)

Violin, viola, and piano lessons. Bachelor's of Music in Violin Performance from CSULB, 2011.

Professional Section Violist with Dana Point Symphony, Montage Civic Orchestra, and Symphony Irvine. Performed Professionally as Section Violinist with Brentwood/Westwood Symphony, Laguna Nigel Presbyterian Church Orchestra, Vanguard Symphony, other freelance orchestras, private events, and worked for OCC Symphony.

Over 15 years of experience teaching private lessons. 2 optional recitals a year for students. Lessons focus on the student's individual learning styles, note reading and rhythms, music theory, performance techniques, ear training, and tone development. All ages are welcome for weekly private lessons.

Member of the Music Teacher's Association of California for Certificate of Merit Testing for violin students.

Attended music festivals to study chamber music at Montecito Music Festival and Soka University Chamber Arts Festival. Performed at Soka Performing Arts Center, Segerstrom Hall, and Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Coached local youth orchestras, high schools, and middle schools.

Studied jazz theory and improv at Saddleback college for 4 years and classically trained. Had more than 12 private teachers for violin and piano combined. Experienced with various practice techniques and college level music theory tutor.... See More

Samara Rice Music teaches engaging and play-based piano lessons specifically designed for students ages 5-18. A wide variety of music games, books, technology, and materials are utilized to tailor each lesson to the student’s exact interest and needs. Samara continuously improves her teaching though exploring the most innovative lesson and supplemental book series, attending workshops, and maintaining memberships with local and national professional music organizations.... See More