Richman Music School

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Introduction

Richman Music School provides the highest quality music training for every instrument. We are based in Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley and have teachers in several other cities, including New York City, Chicago, and Honolulu. Many of our teachers will travel to the home. In most cases, they also offer one free introductory lesson. We offer lessons on piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, harp, guitar, ukulele, banjo, bassoon, clarinet, flute, oboe, English horn, saxophone, baritone horn, French horn, trombone, trumpet, tuba, drums, harmonica, accordion, harpsichord, organ, composition, conducting, music theory and midi/electronic programming. We hire our teachers very carefully. We only work with teachers who really enjoy teaching and who like seeing their students improve. Pay as you go No registration fee No subscriptions No obligation

Overview

Hired 22 times

Background checked

130 employees

50 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 10:00 pmMon7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and value.

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Ashley H.

Nov 4, 2019

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Hired on Thumbtack

Cherie is sooo sweet and so knowledgeable!! I love how comfortable I feel with her and how much she has taught me at the first lesson.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Singing Lessons

Laurie H.

Mar 8, 2016

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Hired on Thumbtack

I wanted a teacher that could work with an older adult who not had piano lessons since childhood. After many years, I wanted to challenge myself by getting back into piano and I wanted to bring music back into my life. I was a bit nervous about making the commitment and about the time investment that would be required. I also didnt know a good teacher so I asked around. Howards name came up. He was recommended as a patient and knowledgeable teacher that would do wonders with students. Howards approach is not the conventional one that I experienced as a child. He presents many types of approaches and uses lots of tools and techniques to build your skills and understanding of the structure of music. Now, Im stretching myself to learn, remember and apply these skills and it feels really good! I actually enjoy practicing my piano. Now thats a testimony to Howards influence! If you are looking for a teacher that can accommodate your needs, encourage and inspire you, meet Howard and try him out. Im confident that you will be very pleased with him as a professional and as a teacher.

Piano Lessons (for adults)

Karin S.

Dec 4, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Avery was hired to provide guidance to my husband on setting up his Mac with his keyboards. Avery communicated professionally prior to establishing a date and time for him to come, and arrived on time. He was a great help to my husband, who is not too familiar with technology - he’s old school. I could tell he felt very comfortable with Avery, who readily shared his knowledge and showed my husband a bunch of new tricks in the short 60 minutes he was here. We immediately booked more sessions.

Details: Recording • Editing • Mixing • Digital • Logic Pro X • Beginner • Once a week • The audio production instructor travels to me

Audio Production Lessons

Diane J.

May 10, 2015

I met Howard in1990, and had NOT played the piano for over 25 years! When I was 7-8 years old, I started my first lessons. I was, not at all knowing - BUT - I was a child prodigy! At 12, I asked my parents to let me go to Juillard! I didn't even know, back then, that everyone auditions to get into this World-REKNOWNED school! I would've gotten in! My Mother, who won all interactions with my Dad - said NO! For me - she said "Maybe for college!" To make a REALLY LONG story shorter - drugs & The 60s - GOT ME! In 1990, when Howard came into my life, I was already 7 yrs, clean & sober! AND - I had a hole in my heart, as my own music, was missing! My 1st lesson with Howard was EXTRA ORDINARY! I cried! I could NOT play a note! After awhile, that same lesson, Howard just told me to close my eyes, with my hands on the piano, and play anything! I DID! My embarrassment turned into tears of joy! After 1-2 yrs later - thinking of myself still, as a beginner (again), Howard asked me what I thought of - becoming a piano teacher! I didn't understand & I had NO degrees! Howard told me I only needed a degree to teach in Public Schools! I had, NEVER - in my life, allowed someone else to help me create my own path! BUT - watching Howard, teaching me & others - he was ALWAYS SMILING! I thought that, just MAYBE - I could be smiling too, AND - get paid for that too?!? Howard took a photo of me, helped me word a flyer, AND - actually, got me my very 1st student! I was TERRIFIED! Howard told me - just show up & you will know JUST WHAT TO DO! He even, because of my deep fear - told me that IF I could not show up - DON'T! Within 6 months of waitressing & a few piano students, AGAIN! Here comes Howard! A fellow piano teacher/friend - who had 30 students - found the love of HER life, was moving out-of-state & asked Howard what to do with her business!?! He told her to give it to D.J. (ME!) We met for lunch, & within 1 week, I was a full-time piano teacher!!!!! You want a referral? GO SEE HOWARD! 😊 XoX ❤️ There is no one - BETTER!!!!!

Beth A.

Jun 18, 2019

As a serious adult beginner, I have been studying piano with Mr. Richman for two years. I have experienced him to be a passionate teacher with exceptional patience and a positive, supportive manner. He teaches logically and methodically, using analogies and humor to help develop technical skills while aiming for practicality and and efficiency. I enjoy and look forward to every lesson.

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Howard Richman

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Each of our teachers have their own rates, meaning that it is different for each teacher. Most of them are happy to offer one lesson for free.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We try to custom-tailor the approach based on the students' needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
All of our teachers are skilled and educated on their respective instrument.