In person
In our home studio
In Newport Beach, Orange County — about an hour south of Los Angeles. Piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, drums, bass, songwriting, music theory and production.
Music lessons · Newport Beach, CA
Music lessons in Newport Beach
Lessons are part of what we do at Clay St Studio in Newport Beach, Orange County: voice, piano, guitar, ukulele, drums, bass, songwriting, music theory and production with Chloe and Nick in our home studio. Take them on their own or as part of a studio package. Voice, songwriting and guitar lessons are also available online.
- Where
- Newport Beach, Orange County
- Online
- Voice, songwriting & guitar
- Book
- On their own or in a package
- Teachers
- Chloe & Nick
01 — What we teach
Instruments & skills
Learn an instrument, sing, or write and produce your own songs.
- Voice
- Piano
- Guitar
- Ukulele
- Drums
- Bass
- Songwriting
- Music theory
- Production
02 — How lessons work
In the studio or online
Online
Remote lessons
Voice, songwriting and guitar lessons online, so you can take them from anywhere — including LA.
03 — Lessons + studio
Part of what we do
Lessons aren't a separate program here. Take them on their own, or pair them with studio time so your skills and your songs grow together.
- On their own. Book a lesson with Chloe or Nick whenever you need one.
- 8-Hour Studio + Lessons. 8 hours of studio time with Nick, plus four 60-minute lessons in the instrument of your choice.
- Full Artist Development. Lessons, studio time, content, creative direction and release guidance, starting with a free consultation with Chloe and Nick.
04 — Your teachers
Learn from working musicians
Chloe
Co-founder · Vocalist · Songwriter
Studied at Musicians Institute and has 16+ years in the music industry, including appearing on America's Got Talent and opening for the Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes. International Songwriting Competition finalist.
Nick
Co-founder · Producer · Songwriter
A graduate of USC's Thornton School of Music who has produced music for artists across a wide range of genres for over a decade. He also plays keys in the band Undecided Future.
05 — Our approach
Music isn't one-dimensional
So we don't teach it that way. Lessons flex to each student's needs — whether that's mastering a single instrument or building a broader skill set.
- We take real pride in helping students learn to accompany themselves — playing an instrument while singing.
- We encourage students to learn 2–3 instruments at a time.
- We lean toward pop, R&B and soul, with a modern lens shaped by our own experience as working musicians and producers.
- At the core, it's always about what works best for the student in front of us.
06 — Our sister studio
Lessons for little ones
Starting music lessons with a younger child? Our sister studio, OC Room2Stage, is made for little kids who are just beginning to learn music.
Visit OC Room2Stage
07 — FAQ
Lesson questions
Who are your lessons for?
Aspiring musicians who want to grow, whether you're building your skills, writing your own songs or getting ready to record. Lessons flex to each student — it's always about what works best for the student in front of us. For young kids who are just starting out, see our sister studio, OC Room2Stage.
Which instruments can I learn?
Piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, drums and bass, plus songwriting, music theory and production.
Do you offer online lessons?
Yes. Voice, songwriting and guitar lessons are available online, so you can learn from anywhere, including Los Angeles. Every lesson we offer is also taught in person in our Newport Beach home studio.
Can I add lessons to a studio package?
Yes. Lessons are part of what we do, not a separate program. The 8-Hour Studio + Lessons package pairs 8 hours of studio time with four 60-minute lessons, and Full Artist Development includes lessons too. You can also book lessons on their own. See the packages.
Can I learn more than one instrument?
Yes. We encourage students to learn 2–3 instruments at a time, and we take real pride in helping students learn to accompany themselves — playing an instrument while singing.
What styles of music do you teach?
We lean toward pop, R&B and soul, and we bring a modern lens to lessons, shaped by our own experience as working musicians and producers.
How do I book a lesson?
Choose Lesson with Chloe or Lesson with Nick on our Book page, pick a time that works, and you'll get a confirmation email right away.
Music lessons · Newport Beach
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