June 8 - Aug 14

Summer 2026

A one-week summer experience where students create, collaborate, and perform--while staying engaged through music and academics.

Summer Programs
Summer
Band
1 Week
Play in a band. Perform live.

Small groups. Real collaboration.
End-of-week performance.

Song
Writing
1 Week
Write your own song.

Melody, lyrics, structure
Final recording or performance

Music
Production
1 Week
Create and produce your track

Recording, MIDI, arranging
Leave with a finished song

Pricing
Per Week
2 students - $500
3 students - $450
4-5 students - $400
Math
Tutoring
Summer
1-on-1 & small group tutoring

Elementary through high school

Arithmetic • Pre-Algebra • Algebra I & II
Geometry • Pre-Calculus
AP & Competition:
Calculus AB/BC • AP Physics
SAT/ACT • ISEE • AMC 8/10/12
$80/hr (1-on-1) • $95/hr (AP / competition)
$60-$70/hr (group, 2-3 students)
Call / text to learn more and enroll (949) 559-3069
Limited Summer
Spots Available

Choose your instrument

Tap to explore instructors.

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic • Electric • Bass

Browse guitar instructors and styles.
Piano

Piano

Classical • Contemporary • Theory

Find the right fit for any level.
Drums

Drums

Timing • Groove • Rudiments

Build strong rhythm and technique.
Strings

Strings

Violin • Viola • Cello

Orchestra prep and classical training.
Woodwinds

Woodwinds

Flute • Clarinet • Sax

Tone, technique, and performance.
Brass

Brass

Trumpet • Trombone • Horn

Strong fundamentals and band prep.
Vocal

Vocal

Technique • Confidence • Expression

Explore voice coaching options.

How it works

Pick an instrument & schedule

Tell us what you want to learn and your preferred times.

Get matched with a teacher

We pair you with an instructor who fits your goals and level.

Start weekly progress

Build skills with consistent, structured lessons.

Meet the instructors

Guitar Instructors

Classical • Acoustic • Electric • Bass
Adam Oliver

Adam Oliver

Guitar (Classical/Acoustic/Electric/Bass) • Bass • Ukulele • All levels

Studio guitarist/producer with 20+ years experience. Founder/director of IAMC's Band Program - great for technique, creativity, and performance confidence.
Mike Talanca

Mike Talanca

Bass • Guitar • Ukulele • Beginner-Advanced

20+ years performing/recording plus composing and engineering - ideal for groove, tone, and advanced harmony.
Felicia Chen

Felicia Chen

Guitar (Acoustic/Electric) • Piano • Theory-focused

Supportive, structured lessons with strong fundamentals and musicianship.

String Instructors

Violin • Viola • Cello
Chad Jackson

Chad Jackson

Cello • Viola • Violin

Great for classical foundations and performance prep.
Debra Innis

Debra Innis

Piano • Violin

35+ years teaching with a strong music theory focus.
Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez

Viola • Violin

Encouraging teacher with classical and ensemble experience.

Piano Instructors

Classical • Contemporary • Theory
Annie Liu

Annie Liu

Piano • Theory • Exams

30+ years experience with customized instruction.
Ann Ng

Ann Ng

Piano • Arranging • Production

Berklee-trained pianist and producer.
Cassandra Chow

Cassandra Chow

Piano • Voice • Composition

Blends technique, theory, and expression.

Drum Instructors

Timing • Groove • Rudiments
Mauro Tarakdian

Mauro Tarakdian

Drums • All levels

Great for fundamentals, feel, and growth.
Maddox Eckert

Maddox Eckert

Drums • Rock/Classical/Jazz

Supportive coach focused on technique, musicality, and building real confidence.

Woodwind Instructors

Saxophone • Flute • Clarinet
Nickolas Ortiz

Nickolas Ortiz

Sax • Flute • Clarinet

Helps students develop strong musicianship and confidence.
Gary Gould

Gary Gould

Sax • Flute • Clarinet

Fun, tailored teaching that builds great habits across styles.
Daniel Torrez

Daniel Torrez

Sax • Flute • Clarinet • Piano

Clear explanations and personalized coaching for steady progress.

Brass Instructors

Trumpet • Trombone • Tuba • Horn
Paul De La Rosa

Paul De La Rosa

Trumpet • Trombone • Tuba • Horn

Freelance performer and educator with strong fundamentals.

Vocal Instructors

Voice • Piano • Theory • Composition
Cassandra Chow

Cassandra Chow

Voice • Piano • Composition

Pianist, vocalist, and composer with performance experience.

Why weekly lessons work

Consistency & momentum A weekly routine supports steady improvement and confidence.
Personalized plan Technique + songs + musicianship, paced to the student.
Great for kids & adults From first notes to advanced performance goals.

See the experience

Swipe through photos and short clips from lessons at Irvine Art & Music.