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Private Music Lessons in Los Angeles & Online Piano • Guitar • Ukulele • Composition • Production songwriting techniques Looking for a music teacher who is truly patient and adaptable? I work with students of all ages and abilities — including children with special needs and adults who are starting later in life — in a calm, encouraging environment. With over 15 years of teaching experience (and a background as an award-winning film composer), I help every student build real skills while actually enjoying the process. Message me to reserve a spot this fall. Why choose me? • Berklee College of Music alum (B.A. Film Scoring & Composition) • Award-winning film composer with 70+ film credits (30+ features) • 15+ years teaching experience and proud dad of a 9-year-old • Patient, fun, stress-free style that builds proper technique while correcting bad habits Whether you want to learn your favorite songs or write/record your own music, lessons emphasize enjoyment and long-term growth through ear training, theory, technique, creativity, and expression. Many students stay 3–4+ years and go on to perform, study music professionally, or enjoy it as a lifelong passion. “I focus on teaching the instrument in a fun, approachable way—especially with younger students—while building deeper musical understanding. Fun is the most effective path to lasting learning.” Professional Background Mark D. Dunnett is a multi-instrumentalist and working film composer whose scores have appeared on Netflix, Amazon Prime, AMC, and MGM. Recent highlights include five international festival awards for the 2025 action/crime feature EscoBank, including Best Composer (Paris Art & Film Awards) and Best Score (Pisa Cinema Carnival). Students benefit directly from his real-world expertise in composition, orchestration, and music production.
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2022

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Interested musical styles

Rock

Blues

Country

Folk

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Acoustic

Electric

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Kaja b.

Jun 3, 2026

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I really enjoyed learning from Mark. He is a very good guitarist with lots of experience and knowledge, and he has a fun and relaxed disposition which made lessons really easy and comfortable

Details: 26 - 44 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • What the teacher recommends • Rock • Folk • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons
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Angie C.

2 weeks ago

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Mark is a great and fun piano teacher! My 17-year-old son really enjoys his lessons and has become more interested in practicing because Mark makes learning fun and engaging. We’re so happy to have found him!
I truly recommend him and I’m so happy to have found him!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Pop • Yes, the student has a piano • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Piano Lessons
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Mamun R.

Dec 9, 2024

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Details: 14 - 17 years old • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Yes, can read guitar tabs • Acoustic • Folk • Yes, the student has an instrument • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons
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Stephani B.

Dec 15, 2024

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My son has been having piano lessons with Mark for over a year now and absolutely loves it. My son is 8 and now plays piano thanks to Mark. Super glad we found him on here!

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Pop • Yes, the student has a piano • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Piano Lessons
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Kevin S.

Jan 16, 2022

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Worked with my altering schedules. Always responsive to not only the lesson for the day, but individual items that interested me that I wanted to know and add to my learning. Always personable and professional. Excellent instructor. At this point I don't think I could ever use another instructor.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No formal training • No, cannot read music • Acoustic • Country • Folk • Blues • Rock • Classical • Yes, the student has an instrument • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Guitar Lessons
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