Jonathan Macharia

Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up diving into every music-related extracurricular I could find, and later completed the sound engineering program at Africa Digital Media Institute. In 2023, I moved to Toronto to study Music Industry Arts and Performance at Centennial College, and then I transferred to Harris Institute after one year because I wanted a more challenging program. During my time at Centennial College, I tutored several of my peers in music theory, musicianship, and Logic Pro. 

I've spent over 15 years practicing piano and studying music theory, about 10 on guitar and bass, and 7 producing and mixing with Logic Pro. Along the way, I’ve performed in church bands, orchestras, rock fusion bands, solo recitals, and accompanied vocalists across a wide range of genres. Since moving to Toronto, I've performed with various acts at venues including Hugh's Room, Tranzac Club, Rivoli, Horseshoe Tavern, Duffy's Tavern, Sauce on the Danforth, and many others. I've also gained some experience in live engineering and event production through numerous school events, small concerts, and volunteering as an assistant engineer for Livewire Remote Recorders at the 2024 Legacy Awards.

I'm passionate and dedicated to music, and that passion is evident in the way I teach. My goal is to help students discover and develop their musical voice—whether that means learning to play songs they love, writing original material, or just having fun with the instrument. I’m here to support that journey and help unlock whatever potential each student brings to the table.

My teaching approach is rooted in flexibility, curiosity, and creativity. I assess each new student’s level, interests, and goals, then build a customized plan that balances technical growth with musical enjoyment. Whether it’s piano, guitar, music theory, or Logic Pro, lessons are shaped around what inspires you—from improvising and creating your own chord progressions to learning your favorite songs by ear.

With 15+ years of performance experience and a strong foundation in theory, I specialize in helping students train their ears and develop their relative pitch so they can play what they hear, write what they imagine, and collaborate with confidence.  My strength lies in quickly learning and teaching songs by ear, and showing students how to do the same, building fast recall, strong improvisational instincts, and songwriting versatility.

I teach beginner to intermediate students age 5 and up, whether you're brand new or looking to deepen your craft as a performer, songwriter, or producer.