Learn from Great Songwriting Teachers

New to Lessonface but certainly not new to teaching, pianist and singer Eva Gertz is a boundless force of creativity in her music writing, entertainment, and private instruction. She is currently a professor teaching arranging at the esteemed Berklee College of Music, from which she holds a BA in Contemporary Writing and Production and minor in Conducting.

I specialize in authentic Japanese music—from anime and video game soundtracks to traditional styles and modern film scores such as the Studio Ghibli sound. I can also teach you how to create J-pop songs across different eras (80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, and 20s), how to write lyrics in Japanese, and how to deeply understand Japanese modern culture, including anime and manga.

I began playing the guitar at age 11. I come from a classic rock/punk/metal/hardcore background and ventured into various sub-genres catered to these styles throughout my High School years when I started writing and recording my own music while playing in various bands throughout the tri-state area.

Hello! I'm Hannah — a pianist, vocalist, and composer who spent 17 years touring the world with the band SHEL. We signed with a major label, performed at iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheater, and played festivals including Lyons Folk Festival and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. My compositions have been featured in film, TV, and on Colorado Public Radio.

Singer-songwriter multi-instrumentalist composer Albert "H.G. Welp" is ready and able to teach you everything he knows about making music. A former Berklee College of Music scholarship recipient, he spent his twenties playing bars and honing his craft in Miami, Florida, before moving to New York City in 2022.

Joia Wood is a multifaceted artist, educator, and creative facilitator who delights in helping people of all ages connect with their inherent musical and creative selves through improvisational sound and movement. Joia has over 30 years of experience working with children and families, and is dedicated to fostering creativity, connection, and learning through music, nature, and…

Natalia Bortolotti (Natalie Elaine Bortolotti) is an award-winning artist, songwriter, composer, producer and engineer, with credits on GRAMMY®-winning and GRAMMY®-nominated songs and albums, including Dua Lipa’s GRAMMY®-winning album, Future Nostaglia. ​Her diverse portfolio reflects her vibrant spirit, showcasing her versatility across multiple genres and styles.

Hey there! I'm from the Netherlands (living in Greece). I have a Bachelor's degree from the Royal Dutch Conservatory (major vocal performance Jazz/Musical, graduated cum laude). I was honored to work with some of the biggest names in the music business (James Taylor, Cindy Blackman, Georgie Fame and many others), and I performed for the Queen of the Netherlands.

Steve Ettling is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and record producer. He currently is a music director at his local church and holds a degree from one of the best contemporary music schools. At GIT he had an opportunity to study and play with some of the best musicians in the world.

I'm a Jazz Pianist and a film score composer. I studied at the Center for Jazz Studies in Israel, performing with, and composing for ensembles throughout the country. Following my studies in Israel, I attended The California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) in Los Angeles to pursue my BFA in Jazz Piano.