My name is Kelly, and I’ve been working with Jason for over 13 years now! I am a vocalist and have been learning to write my own music for about 8-10 years. I have noticed huge improvements with my tone and vocal range, as well as my song writing abilities. I work in the city of Murrieta and absolutely adore all the work Jason has helped me with! California music studios, and Jason, have helped encourage a great environment for learning your voice, growing your abilities, and giving opportunities to go out and perform your work!

Thanks CMS! And thanks Jason!

I am very happy to let you know how happy I am that I was connected with Yalil as my piano teacher about 10 years ago.

I had taken lessons for 10 years in high school.
I played off and on throughout the years, but once I retired I really wanted to start taking lessons again.

For no reason other than having a professional to interact with, to really keep focus.
His instrument is Classical/ Spanish Guitar. He also obtained his Ph.D. in Composition from UCLA.

We started with me going to his house, which was very near my home.
He then moved and would drive to his house for lessons.

But then Covid happened, and believe it or not…we did lessons over WhatsApp.
He was able to pull up my Music so he could read it while listening to me play.

Amazingly..it works really well. He listens with purpose Nd always gives pertinent comments…
.like my L hand is too loud, the staccato needs to be crisper.

Leave off the ornamentation while learning the piece…which never occurred to me.
I choose what I am playing with suggestions from Yalil.

As he is from Cuba..he introduced
to wonderful Latin piano music..which I totally love. I am currently and painfully working my way through the Goldberg Variations..a killer…but much helped by his tips.

He also has educated me really well in general skills and terminology & definitions of information that was totally new to me.
..in short I am very lucky to find such a knowledgeable , supportive and patient teacher.

Esther E.

Chris is an amazing piano instructor! He’s super knowledgeable and has incredible patience with kids. My daughter has progressed so much since starting with him – it’s impressive! We’restoked to keep working with him and I’d definitely recommend him to anyone.

Nadia B.

California Music Lessons offers high-quality, professional music instruction. The teachers are knowledgeable, reliable, and well-organized. Scheduling is smooth, and the in-home lessons are very convenient. Excellent service overall.

Nkosazana N.

We are so happy with CMS and our children’s piano teacher. We could not be happier with the children’s progress. On top of great experiences in the music process, it is so easy to change appointments and autopay. Though the recitals are optional, we take full advantage of them and love that the kids get to participate in performing. They look forward to it, and we love that they work towards that goal!

Thanks, CMS!

Michelle C.