Develop vocal confidence and technique with expert voice teachers at PV Music House in Rolling Hills Estates. Our instructors work with students from Palos Verdes, Torrance, Redondo Beach and across the South Bay in private singing lessons for beginners through advanced performers.
Dr. Marisa Solomon
Piano & Voice Instructor
Dr. Marisa Solomon brings decades of teaching and performance experience to every student. She holds a Ph.D. in Musicology, a Master of Music in Voice from University of California, Los Angeles, an MA in German, and a BA in Voice and German from California State University, Fullerton.
She has taught students of all ages—from four and a half to 80—and across a wide range of settings, including Pepperdine University, UCLA, Ventura College, California Lutheran University, Imperial Valley College, and the Latin American Bible Institute.
Her teaching covers private and group lessons in piano, voice, guitar, and violin, as well as music theory, ear training, and music history. She led Music for Little Mozarts and group voice classes at Amuse Music for 12 years and directed a Christian Mariachi ensemble at Mission Ebenezer Family Church for over 20 years.
With her culturally and musically rich background, Dr. Solomon inspires students to grow in skill, confidence, and a lifelong love of music.
Phone: (310) 955-0714
Email: risaannesolomon@hotmail.com
Availability: Mondays & Wednesdays 3PM to 8PM
Michael Putman
Electric and Acoustic Guitar. Vocals. Songwriting. Producing
Michael Putman is a passionate musician, guitarist, composer, and music educator based in Southern California.
Michael is a Berklee College of Music graduate, where he earned his degree in Music for Film, TV, and Games, graduating summa cum laude.
He teaches guitar as well as songwriting, music production, and composition, helping students not just play music but understand how and why it works.
His students benefit from his deep musical background, real-world experience in recording and scoring, and commitment to helping every student grow with confidence and joy.
Ann Grennan
Piano & Voice Instructor
Looking for a teacher who nurtures both skill and confidence in young musicians? Ann Grennan brings decades of experience, a deep understanding of the voice and piano, and a personalized approach that helps every student thrive.
Ann is a respected member of the Music Teachers’ Association, where she has served as President, and the National Association of Teachers of Singing. She has shared her expertise on the faculties of South Bay Conservatory, Orange County High School of the Arts, and the Norris Performing Arts Center.
Ann’s approach to teaching is guided by the belief that every student is unique. She combines her knowledge of the Alexander Technique and Feldenkrais Method with years of private instruction to help students develop healthy alignment, breath support, and technique. She tailors lessons to fit each student’s learning style — whether they’re aural, visual, or kinesthetic learners — ensuring every lesson is both effective and engaging.
In addition to technique, Ann emphasizes music theory, musical expression, and performance skills. Her goal is not only to help students play or sing well, but to create beautiful, confident, and expressive musicians who enjoy every step of their musical journey.