Music Lesson Instructors in Mission Viejo, 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

I’m glad you found me. The first thing you need to know is that anyone can improve their voice! Anyone! Singing is a very personal thing, and I enjoy teaching people how to use the voice they were given. Some of my students want to perform as a career; some do it for school, some for therapy! If you are looking for someone to help you prepare for auditions, put together a demo, perform in talent shows or musical theater, I’m what you need! If you are looking for someone to help you feel just a little more confidant because you just LOVE to sing, I can do that too! I will help you feel comfortable using your voice no matter what your goal is!
The studio is located in Eastvale, and each lesson is recorded onto a CD for my students to take home and practice with. Lessons can be in 30, 45 or 60 minute slots, ages 5 to adult. We will work on supporting your sound using your diaphragm, expanding your range and singing with an “open” voice…no straining or tensing of the throat. It is very important to learn the correct way to sing in order to preserve your voice! We only get one…it’s not an instrument you can replace!
We will pick songs to sing so you can apply your technique. If you are interested, I also work on performance and can help you put together an audition book.
I would love to speak with you! If you have any questions, please contact me!... See More