Meet our teachers.
Pick your weekly lesson slot.
Every teacher is an accomplished musician vetted for warmth, patience, and engaging mentoring with pre-teens through adults. Our managed office oversees calendars and match guarantees.

Krystal Khali
Groove Tutors Founder & Touring Artist
Los Angeles
Music industry graduate from the Musicians Institute in Hollywood with 20+ years of teaching experience. Toured extensively as a lead guitarist and vocalist with blues icon Guitar Shorty. Passionate about helping pre-teens and teens find joy, confidence, and musical freedom.
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Julian Vance
Berklee Alum & Contemporary Songwriter
San Francisco
Julian blends joyful classical foundations with pop, Broadway, and jazz arranging. Known for his patient humor and ability to keep middle-schoolers and high-schoolers engaged week after week.
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Marcus Reyes
Rhythm Section Specialist & Session Drummer
San Diego
Marcus has played over 600 shows and specializes in teaching drums and electric bass. He makes limb-independence intuitive using fun rhythm games and backing tracks.
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Elena Solis
Rock, Indie & Fingerstyle Specialist
Pasadena
Elena graduated from UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. She has mentored young female and teen guitarists, fostering an encouraging, pressure-free atmosphere.
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Maya Linn
Vocal Health & Contemporary Pop Specialist
Oakland
Maya teaches vocal agility, breathwork, and self-accompanied keyboard. A favorite among middle-school and high-school singers preparing for school talent shows, auditions, or original songwriting.
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Darren Choi
Multi-Instrumentalist & Jam Band Coach
Irvine
Darren brings 12 years of youth mentoring and high-energy lessons. He specializes in pre-teens who want to rock out while quietly building strong music theory and ear training.
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