Westwood Recreation Center

Bio: Music has been my lifelong passion and for the past 16 years, I've been sharing that passion with students of all levels. As a professional musician, I bring real-world experience to each lesson, guiding you to find your unique voice on the guitar. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

Bio: Aaron Araujo is a singer/songwriter who studied and received an Associates degree in music from Los Angeles City College. Currently at CSDH to continue his career in Music Education and Music Therapy. He is currently in a few musical projects that range from Indie Folk, Neo Soul, Indie Rock, to Grunge music, performing live around Los Angeles as well as offering private guitar lessons and continuously growing as an aspiring music education educator. With over 15 years of guitar playing experience, Aaron strives to give back to the community and create a 3rd place for everyone from all background to be able to be creative, express themselves, and pass on knowledge he has obtained over the years.

Bio: Hello there! My name is Gregg. I've been a professional musician for 30 years and started my career as an original member of Dogstar. Nowadays, you can catch me jamming with my band, Cats on the Bandstand. One of my greatest joys is mentoring young musicians and those just starting their musical journey. You'll find me to be patient and constructive, always aiming to bring out the best in every student. Let's get started!

Bio: Music is my passion, and sharing it with others is incredibly rewarding. With 29 years of experience, including performing professionally, I've honed a comprehensive teaching approach that caters to all levels and aspirations. Let's work together to unlock your musical potential and find joy in the journey.

Bio: Harnessing eleven years of experience as a touring artist, I bring a deep passion and comprehensive understanding of the guitar to every lesson. My goal is to cultivate your musical journey, whatever stage you're at, and help you discover the joy and freedom of musical expression. Let's embark on this adventure together!

Bio: From captivating audiences on international stages to guiding aspiring musicians, I've spent the last 20 years living and breathing guitar. My coaching blends technical mastery with creative exploration, empowering students of all levels to find their unique voice on the instrument. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

Bio: Music has been my lifelong passion, and sharing that passion as a professional musician and guitar instructor for 25 years brings me immense joy. I'm dedicated to nurturing your musical journey, regardless of your skill level, in a fun and encouraging environment. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

Bio: I help aspiring musicians of all levels find their unique sound & achieve their personal goals. With 20 years of experience as a guitarist, including operating as a recording artist "Inspired By Audio", I bring a wealth of practical knowledge & a unique approach that keeps you engaged as you rise professionally.

Bio: Music is more than just notes on a page; it's a vibrant language waiting to be spoken. I've spent 30 years as a professional musician, and for me, sharing that language with aspiring guitarists is incredibly rewarding. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

Bio: I’m a multi-instrumentalist, and have a decade of experience performing, educating, and developing musicians. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Classical Guitar Performance and pursuing a Master’s in Music Industry at USC. I’ve taught guitar, bass, ukulele, piano, drum set, violin, viola, and cello, managed tours, and produced shows, and founded Superior Sounds Music in 2022.

Bio: As a professional musician for over 18 years, I bring a wealth of knowledge to every lesson. I'm passionate about nurturing talent and helping students unlock their musical potential on the guitar. Let's embark on this musical journey together!

Bio: Music is a journey, not a destination—and I'm thrilled to be your guide. As a professional musician with 20 years of experience, I help aspiring guitarists of all levels find their voice and unlock their musical potential through personalized instruction. Let's embark on this adventure together and make some beautiful music!

Bio: Music is more than notes; it's a language I've spoken fluently for 40 years. As a professional musician and dedicated guitar instructor, I empower students to find their unique voice. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

Bio: Music is my lifelong passion, and sharing that passion with students like you is incredibly rewarding. As a professional musician with 15 years of teaching experience, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. Let's work together to unlock your musical potential and help you excel at guitar.

Bio: For over 15 years, I've guided students from beginner to advanced levels. As a touring artist, I bring real-world experience to my teaching, blending technique with a love for guitar. My passion is helping you unlock your musical potential.

Bio: Lilian is a guitarist, composer, producer, and mix engineer who studied music in both Paris France and Boston US where he graduated from Berklee College of Music. With an ever-growing curiosity, passion and experience in a myriad of musical genres, his versatility is his main asset. With his fluency in both LogicPro and ProTools, and his extremely driven energy, he has been named an asset for many of the projects he took part in.

Bio: Music is my passion, and sharing that passion through teaching is incredibly rewarding. With 37 years of experience as a guitarist, including my time as a recording artist, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to each lesson. Let's work together to unlock your musical potential and make your guitar dreams a reality!

Bio: My journey as a professional musician ignited my passion for teaching guitar. For 25 years, I've guided aspiring guitarists, sharing my knowledge and experience to help them reach their full potential. Some of my students have gone on to be professional working musicians and landed gigs with Ziggy Marley, Gwen Stefani and many more. I will help you unlock your musical intution/creativity and give you creative ways to practice and learn songs , solos etc . I will also teach you ways to track your progress. I believe playing and learning music should be fun, and I make it easier on you to understand certain concepts from a technical, theoretical and practical point of view. I accept beginner to advanced. I can tailor lessons to your needs , the style you want to play, and I can create assignments to help you reach your goals from a professional working musician's perspective. You will find just after a short period how much you can improve your skills and feel the confidence to continue to your goal. My teaching experiences have taken me through schools , clinics at music stores and workshops. I also coach bands , teach beginner to intermediate bass , and music production one on one or group. A little about my work as a musician : Over the years, I toured, recorded and played with numerous bands and artists such as, Carly Simon, Ben Taylor, Mike Keneally, Bryan Beller, Armande Sabel-Leco, Paul Barrere, Kenny Gradney and Bill Payne, Pato Banton, Brendan Small's Galaktikon, Bird York, Janet Robin, Gwen Stefani, Eve, The Roots and more ! I also have theatrical show experience with numerous plays and with Cirque Du Soliel's 'Totem' , ' Corteo' and 'Zarkana'. All these experiences have contributed to the variety of styles in my arsenal that I play and teach. And I can coach you through a very simple plan of action to reach your goals if you desire to do that. Please don't hesitate to reach out to schedule a lesson with me. I look forward to hear from you ! * Note ; for Group Coaching and lessons , the fee is discussed based on how many students , where the event or class takes place and for how long. Thank you Rick

Bio: Music is my passion, and sharing that passion with others is incredibly rewarding. With 15 years of experience as a professional musician, I bring real-world knowledge to every lesson, guiding students of all levels to reach their full potential. Let's unlock your musicality together!