Business Details
Private Music Lessons in Berkeley, CA
Mansfield Music has been dedicated to music education for over 35 years, offering personalized instruction in piano, guitar, flute, saxophone, and clarinet. Our founder, Ernie Mansfield, combines classical training with decades of professional experience in jazz, rock, and pop to create tailored learning experiences for students of all ages. We emphasize creativity, technical skill development, and musical appreciation through private lessons in a professional teaching environment.Our curriculum integrates recognized method books while allowing flexibility to accommodate individual learning styles and musical interests. With a focus on both foundational techniques and performance preparation, we aim to make music study accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding for every student.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Flute Lessons
Saxophone Lessons
Clarinet Lessons
Music Theory
Composition Coaching
Singer/Songwriter Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of professional music instruction experience
- Our instructors teach classical, jazz, rock, and pop styles
- Private lessons tailored to individual learning styles
- We use recognized teaching materials for structured progress
- Flexible scheduling in a professional teaching environment
What people say
Patient and caring instructor
Flexible scheduling options
Supportive learning environment
Experienced in multiple genres
Encourages creativity
Services
Piano Lessons
Private piano lessons for children and adults at all skill levels. Our instruction covers classical, jazz, rock, and pop styles while developing technical proficiency and musical interpretation. Students learn through a combination of method books and personalized repertoire selection, with opportunities for performance preparation and theory instruction.
Guitar Lessons
Comprehensive guitar instruction for acoustic, electric, and classical styles. Lessons focus on proper technique, music notation, and theoretical foundations while incorporating students' musical preferences. Our approach balances structured curriculum with creative exploration for beginning to intermediate players.
Flute Lessons
Specialized flute instruction covering classical and jazz techniques. Students develop proper embouchure, breath control, and articulation while exploring diverse musical styles. Our teaching emphasizes both technical mastery and expressive performance capabilities.
Saxophone Lessons
Tailored saxophone instruction focusing on tone production, finger technique, and stylistic versatility. Lessons incorporate classical foundations with opportunities for jazz improvisation and contemporary music exploration, adapting to each student's interests and goals.
Clarinet Lessons
Comprehensive clarinet instruction covering classical technique and modern applications. Students learn proper reed adjustment, breath support, and articulation methods while exploring diverse repertoire from beginner through advanced levels.
People
Ernie Mansfield
Owner and Founder
Classically trained musician with 35+ years professional experience in jazz, rock, and pop. Founder of Mansfield Music and Windsailor Music, offering personalized instruction in multiple instruments and music theory.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
We offer instruction in piano, guitar, flute, saxophone, and clarinet, along with music theory and composition.
Do you teach both children and adults?
Yes, we provide lessons for students of all ages with customized approaches for different learning needs.
Are online lessons available?
Yes, we now offer online music lessons using FarPlay for remote instruction with real-time feedback.
What's the minimum age for lessons?
We accept students starting at age 4 for pre-piano lessons, with instrument-specific instruction beginning around age 6.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
We host student recitals twice yearly, providing optional performance experiences in a supportive environment.
What teaching materials do you use?
We use recognized method books tailored to each instrument and musical style, supplemented with personalized repertoire selections.
