Online Lessons in Composition, Theory, Musical Skills

Online lessons are $40 (USD) an hour. First lesson for $20!

Requirements for online lessons are: A chat program (AIM, MSN, Yahoo, Google, etc.) and a means of sending works-in-progress in score format (pdf, sibelius, finale, etc.) or as a recording (midi, mp3, etc.). Lesson plans will be tailored according to individual student, and lesson times can be flexible according to scheduling needs. The frequency of lessons can also be determined by the student as well. Ryan has experience doing music in classical (both traditional and contemporary), electronic, and a variety of improvised musical styles -- students of all genres are welcome.

Types of instruction offered, but not limited to:
General Musicianship Skills, Composition, Improvisation, Harmonic/Melodic Writing, Counterpoint, Orchestration and Instrumentation, Acoustics, Electronic Music Production and Composition, Aesthetics, 20th and 21st Century Theory, etc.

If interested, contact ryan at ryangtanaka.com with the following information:

1) Ability to read and notate music? (Not necessarily a pre-requisite, especially in recording-oriented musics.)
2) A brief list of musical experiences -- instruments played, groups performed in, previous experiences writing music, etc.
3) What you hope to get out of taking lessons.

Creating music can often be an eye-opening experience -- a vehicle for personal expression and a way to find out about yourself through a creative and reflective process. Hope to hear from you soon!

Payment for students currently enrolled: