Guitar, Bass and Piano lessons from a Juilliard trained musician with over 10 years of teaching experience.
My Background
Ryland Kelly is a graduate of The Juilliard School, where he studied bass, piano, and composition with members of the New York Philharmonic and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Nationally, he has performed at such notable venues as The Blue Note, The Highline Ballroom, Sullivan Hall, and The Kennedy Center. For the past 10 years, Ryland has dedicated his time to teaching bass, guitar, piano, drums, rock band, and the music production software Ableton Live.
He enjoys teaching students of all levels and ages, and is particularly passionate about songwriting and composition. Ryland loves witnessing his students go from their first lesson to their first concert and beyond. Prior to founding Moving Forward Music, he taught music lessons in Michigan (Axis Music Academy and Grosse Pointe Music Academy), New York (Musipire and Bennett Academy of Music) and Los Angeles (Opus Music School and San Marino Music Center).
My Approach
I am passionate about teaching students to play and master their instruments while focusing on what inspires and motivates them about music. I start by exploring the student’s goals and the music they enjoy, and then make a plan that allows them to gain the skills they need while still having fun, all the while progressing at a steady pace.
I use my music education, teaching expertise, and skills across multiple instruments to provide an enhanced experience tailored to each student’s individual needs.
Whether it is taking students from their first lesson to their first performance, or taking the proficient player to the next level, I enjoy showing students how to play the songs they want while building a strong foundation that allows for continued growth.
“I am playing better and better every week and I am also learning how to read music…I feel comfortable with Ryland and he helps me to get better. He shows up on time and is professional. Lastly he makes it fun!”
Begin your your musical journey.
Studio Location
Mount Washington
Los Angeles, CA 90065
Hours
Tuesday-Friday
10am-7pm PST
Contact
movingforwardmusiclessons@gmail.com
(818) 925-4084