Business Details
19 Years
experience
Private Music Lessons in Los Angeles | Piano Guitar Voice
Little Maestros has been dedicated to nurturing musical talent in students of all ages since 2007. Our approach combines personalized instruction with a comprehensive curriculum that includes music theory, ear training, rhythm, and composition. We prioritize creating a joyful learning environment where students develop technical skills and artistic confidence. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of combined experience, advanced degrees, and a passion for music education. By offering both in-home and in-studio lessons, we ensure flexibility to meet diverse family needs.We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous teacher development and industry certifications. Our recitals and performance opportunities foster student growth and community engagement. With a track record of student achievements and teacher accolades, we combine expertise with compassionate instruction. Our commitment to quality has earned us recognition from parents and students throughout the Greater Los Angeles area. We remain focused on evolving our methods to incorporate innovative teaching techniques while preserving musical tradition.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Voice Lessons
Music Theory
Ear Training
Rhythm Training
Composition Instruction
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized lessons tailored to each student's goals
- Our instructors hold advanced degrees in music education
- We combine technical training with creative expression
- We provide flexible in-home and in-studio lesson options
- Our teachers maintain Orff-Schulwerk and Music Together certifications
What people say
Patient and encouraging teachers
Significantly improved skills
Engaging lesson methods
Certified music professionals
Positive parent recommendations
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons develop technical proficiency and musical interpretation for all skill levels. Students learn sight-reading, performance techniques, and music theory fundamentals while exploring diverse genres. With both classical and contemporary approaches, our instructors cultivate individual artistry while preparing students for recital performances and competitions.
Guitar Lessons
From basic chords to advanced fingerpicking patterns, our guitar instruction covers acoustic and electric styles. Students master scales, rhythm patterns, and song interpretation while developing proper hand positioning and tone production. Lessons accommodate both classical and modern music preferences with customized practice materials.
Voice Lessons
Our vocal training builds healthy singing techniques through proper breath support, posture, and resonance exercises. Students study classical and contemporary repertoire while learning diction, interpretation, and performance skills. Age-appropriate methods ensure safe development of young voices and vocal maintenance for adults.
Music Theory
Integrated music theory instruction covers notation reading, rhythm patterns, and harmonic principles. Students develop aural recognition skills and learn to apply theoretical concepts to their instrument practice. Lessons use interactive tools to reinforce scale construction, key signatures, and chord progressions.
Composition
Students explore musical creativity through composition lessons that teach melody writing, harmonic progressions, and arrangement techniques. Our instructors guide students in developing original works while teaching notation software and proper score formatting. This service encourages innovation within traditional and contemporary music frameworks.
People
Michelle Schnider
Owner/Teacher
Begun piano at 7, MTAC honors graduate, Orff-certified teacher with CSUN and Cal State LA degrees. Ten years experience directing private studios and creating customized music curricula.
Lindsay McDonald
Piano/Voice Teacher
BFA graduate from Penn State with 15 years piano experience. Former Yamaha Music School instructor specializing in classical and contemporary performance techniques for all ages.
Marianthe Bezzerides
Piano Teacher
Started piano at 5 with additional violin training. MA composition student at CSULB teaching university-level theory and developing students' creative expression through performance.
Christy Carew Marshall
Piano/Voice Teacher
Film composer with NYU master's degree. Combines professional music industry experience with child-focused teaching methods for engaging, creative learning experiences.
Jenni Alpert
Guitar Teacher
UCLA graduate with 8 years teaching experience. Ethnomusicology background enables customized instruction across musical genres while fostering lifelong student passion.
Questions
What music lessons do you offer?
We provide piano, guitar, and voice lessons with certified instructors covering technical training, music theory, and performance preparation.
Do you teach all skill levels?
Yes, our customized programs accommodate absolute beginners through advanced students with individualized pacing and curriculum.
Are lessons available in homes?
We offer flexible options including in-home instruction throughout Greater Los Angeles, as well as our studio locations.
What lesson durations are available?
We offer 30, 45, and 60-minute lessons, with optional weekly, bi-weekly, or multiple weekly session scheduling.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Annual student recitals provide performance experience, with recordings of past events available online for family viewing.
What teaching credentials do your instructors hold?
Our staff includes music degree holders with specialized certifications who maintain active professional development in education methods.
Reviews (4)
M. Saltzman
Jun 25, 2021
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We love Michelle and Little Maestros! Michelle is an extremely knowledgeable teacher who makes the most of every lesson while keeping it fun. She does a great job keeping my son focused and he's proud of what Michelle has helped him accomplish.
Francesca Crowley
May 04, 2021
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Michelle (The owner of Little Maestros) is one of the kindest people you will ever meet. She was my teacher from when I was six years old to eighteen and now I work for her as a piano and guitar teacher. I am always happy with the placements she gives me because she works with lovely families with uplifting attitudes towards learning. Little Maestros is constantly evolving and is always striving to make an impact on the music community! I would definitely recommend taking lessons here!
Alice Platt
Apr 16, 2021
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My daughter has been taking piano lessons with Michelle for 5 years, since she was 5 years old. My daughter loves piano and of course that is because Michelle is such a marvelous teacher. Michelle knows how to communicate well with children and make it fun and interesting, while never forgetting the fundamentals. My daughter can read music and has been taught all different genres of piano music. I would recommend Little Maestros to everyone.
Tosha Petronicolos
Jan 12, 2021
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We love Little Maestros! My son has been learning piano here for almost 5 years. I hear him daily and of course it is beautiful but when I hear him at the recital, I am blown away at how much he knows and how much he can play! We are so grateful to Little Maestros for giving our son a second language. And having piano during COVID helps his brain not turn to mush! And just for the record, the transition from in person lessons to FaceTime lessons were seem less!
