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Learn With Pat

Personalized Lessons for Musicians of All Ages & Levels

Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time or taking your skills to the next level, I’ll meet you exactly where you are and help you take the next step. With over 15 years of teaching experience — and training from Berklee and USC — I’ve worked with students of all ages and levels, from absolute beginners to working professionals. 

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My teaching style is enthusiastic, patient, and grounded in real‑world musicianship. I focus on building strong fundamentals, confidence, and musicality through lessons tailored to your goals. I love making concepts feel clear and approachable, no matter your starting point. 

With a strong foundation in music theory, a keen ear, and a flexible, student‑centered approach, what you can learn is only limited by your imagination!

Instruments I Teach

  • Guitar (Acoustic & Electric)

  • Bass Guitar

  • Piano (Acoustic & Electric)

  • Ukulele

  • Voice

What You'll Learn

  • Technique & fundamentals 

  • Music theory de-mystified 

  • Ear training 

  • Songwriting & creativity 

  • Performance skills 

  • Repertoire development

  • Transcription & learning songs efficiently

  • Intro to production & home‑recording basics 

  • Confidence and musical independence 

Pricing

 

30 minutes — $45

45 minutes — $65

60 minutes — $80

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Lessons are available online or in my North Hollywood home studio — whatever works best for you.

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Lessons Policies

DESCRIPTION

Lesson covers instruction between Teacher and Student. 30 Minute Lessons are to exceed no more than 30 minutes after beginning of lesson agreed upon by Student and Teacher, and 60 Minute Lessons are to exceed no more than 60 minutes after beginning of lesson agreed upon by Student and Teacher. Lessons packages include four of such lessons purchased and will be credited as such to Student. Student is responsible for understanding and adhering to the Policies listed below.

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PAYMENT

Lessons may either be purchased individually or in groups of either "Four 30 Min Lesson Pack" or "Four 60 Min Lesson Pack." Student must provide payment of individual lessons before start of lesson and payment of either "Four 30 Min Lesson Pack" or "Four 60 Min Lesson Pack" before start of first lesson in the package. If payment is not received by Teacher prior to lesson start, lesson may be forfeited at Teacher's discretion.

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TRANSPORTATION SURCHARGE

A transportation surcharge may be added depending on the distance of Student from Teacher. This rate shall be agreed upon by both Teacher and Student before the commencement of the first lesson. For lesson packs, this rate shall apply to the remainder of the lessons in the package. These rates are subject to change at discretion of Teacher, but not without prior notice to Student.

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CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULE POLICY

Student must provide at least 24 hours prior notice to either cancel or reschedule lesson (subject to Teacher availability). If Student does not attend a lesson without providing adequate notice, they will be charged for the missed lesson.

 

If Student wishes to cancel either "Four 30 Min Lesson Pack" or "Four 60 Min Lesson Pack" with lessons remaining on credit, they shall provide notice of intent to do so. Student will then be refunded at 50% of what an individual lesson rate would be.

 

Teacher may cancel Student's lessons without refund if (a) student fails to make timely payments; (b) student fails to show up without notice for 3 consecutive lessons; (c) student conduct is deemed rude, improper, or harmful. Termination is effective on date of notice.

 

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