Somesh Das

Somesh Das in an Australian born and raised, LA based professional pianist, composer, music producer, and audio engineer. Somesh is a Berklee College of Music scholarship recipient and graduate, and has played in venues across Australia, Europe and the USA as a soloist and band leader/MD, and has performed everywhere from mansion parties, weddings, wineries, festival stages, clubs, and the streets.

Inspired by Bill Evans, Claude Debussy, Hans Zimmer & Coldplay, Somesh has taught students of all ages from 6 to 60+ and is able to meet students at whatever experience level they are currently at, and work alongside them to realize their musical goals!

Somesh is able to provide high quality Zoom lessons with a professional microphone and camera setup, after he himself studied part of his Berklee College of Music degree studying from some of the greatest piano teachers through Zoom lessons. Somesh will be able to provide sheet music, or personally notate any music requested by the student, and be available around the clock via email to answer any questions or review any progress the student may have on the piano, or in composition, production, history or performance of any kind. Somesh absolutely believes in a detailed, committed, personal approach to mentoring students in the art of the piano and music.

I offer a personalized and enriching learning experience with over 20 years of experience behind the piano, and 10 years as a teacher. Whether you're a budding musician or an enthusiast looking to refine your skills, my comprehensive approach to music ranging from jazz, classical, film, world styles, and modern/contemporary caters to all levels. 

Usually I like to find out what are some of the students' favourite songs, artists, composers, and/or desired goals as a pianist and musician, and then work towards executing these goals, all while maintaining the excitement, love and interest of music that brought you into lessons in the first place.

Lessons can involve: learning by visual instruction - copying finger placement and note patterns, learning to read fully notated sheet music, learning to interpret modern chord charts of popular songs adapted to your skill level, learning the fundamental approaches to jazz improvisation. diving into classical and jazz/contemporary theory, ear training, and scales and technical exercises. 

No matter what prior experience or skill level a student may or may not have, I will ensure a fun journey into developing your musicianship, and skills as a pianist.