Experienced tutor in Piano in La Mirada, Michael offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Michael is able to clearly break down jazz elements and relate them to the piano. He is an excellent player with years of experience and he gives his students step by step practice exercises to help them achieve their goals. Michael is very patient and encouraging which really helps with my confidence even when tackling new and difficult concepts.

I have been a student of Michael Le Van for many years and have studied both classical piano and jazz improvisation with him. He is a kind, warm, patient teacher who works well with both children and adults. I really look forward to my lessons because I always learn something new. He is very versatile and can teach any style of piano music. In addition to being an incredible teacher, he is also a gifted composer who plays original ballad compositions which are very lyrical and heartfelt. He also composes fast upbeat jazz as well. Michael has produced several CDs, the latest called Then Another Turns with Elena Gilliam, vocalist and A Different Shade of Blue a few years ago. Michael performs with his trio at many different venues and I would suggest that you catch one of his amazing performances. Thank you to Michael for enriching my life with music and helping me on this journey.

i have been Michael’s student for over two years and have enjoyed every lesson. Michael is not only knowledgeable, but adept at explaining concepts as well as demonstrating techniques. Michael is always patient and makes learning fun and rewarding.

Doesn't matter what your level is...beginning, intermediate, or advanced. Or what kind of music you want to play....jazz, classical, blues, ragtime, etc. Or where you might need to improve...reading music, composition, harmonic structure, improvisation, technique. This man can teach you. His comprehensive knowledge, vast scope, and keyboard mastery are seriously impressive. I have known Mike for 30 years from music school up to the present day. And even though I have earned my own music degree, I am currently a student of his and I'm learning so much. He is worth every penny. A complete pianist...he can do it all. And you'd be hard pressed to find a nicer guy. You want to learn? Call him now. What are you waiting for?

Michael is extremely knowledgeable and patient. I learned so much from him about music and the music business. He knows how to challenge students to do their best.

Michael is a very patient teacher as well as an outstanding musician. He quickly determines advice for me with songs and then works through the music with me to ensure that I understand. His long history of teaching has obviously helped to develop a great style. He never makes you feel intimidated and in fact helped me to express the music better then I ever had with other teachers. I highly recommend him as a piano teacher for any age, at any level and for a wide variety of musical styles. His love for music always shines through.