Business Details
Your Trusted Music Lessons Provider in Westlake Village
At 123 Rock, we believe music is an essential force that brings joy and sharpens our senses. Founded by award-winning composer and educator Marcos Moscat, our school has developed a revolutionary teaching method called Imagination is Creation, which connects students' personal interests with musical fundamentals. Our team of professionally trained instructors holds degrees from prestigious institutions and brings decades of industry experience to personalized lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, and more. We offer flexible learning options including in-home instruction, studio sessions, and group classes tailored to students of all ages and skill levels.Our curriculum combines theory, practice, improvisation, and composition to foster creativity and technical proficiency. With locations across Los Angeles County, we've helped thousands of students from Westlake Village to Studio City discover their musical potential since our founding. Our unique approach has been featured in educational blogs and praised by parents for its ability to inspire lifelong musical engagement.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Voice Training
Drum Instruction
Music Composition
Highlights and features
- We implement a patented teaching method connecting music to students' personal interests
- Our instructors hold music degrees from renowned universities worldwide
- We offer free trial lessons to ensure perfect instructor-student matching
- We provide both in-home and studio lesson options across 10+ cities
- Our curriculum combines technical training with creative composition opportunities
What people say
Fun and inspiring
Compassionate instructor
Encourages creativity
Patient and encouraging
Tailored to interests
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano instruction combines technical mastery with creative expression. Students learn reading music, improvisation, and composition while exploring favorite songs from classical to contemporary styles. Lessons adapt to individual learning paces and musical preferences. Our approach ensures both skill development and enjoyment through personalized repertoire selection.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar programs cover acoustic, electric, and bass guitar techniques. Students progress through chord mastery, fingerpicking patterns, and soloing while learning songs aligned with their musical tastes. Our instructors emphasize proper posture and gradual skill building. From beginners to advanced players, each student receives customized lesson plans.
Voice Training
Vocal instruction focuses on breath control, pitch accuracy, and stylistic versatility. Students develop healthy technique while exploring pop, rock, classical, and musical theater repertoire. Our method builds confidence and stage presence. Lessons include ear training and performance preparation components.
Drum Instruction
Drum curriculum covers fundamental rhythms, coordination exercises, and popular song application. Students learn reading drum charts, dynamics control, and stylistic variations from rock to jazz. Our approach balances technical development with creative expression. Electronic and acoustic drum kits are available for studio lessons.
Music Composition
Composition courses teach melody creation, chord progression development, and lyric writing. Students learn arranging techniques and digital music production basics. Our instructors guide students through the complete songwriting process from initial idea to finished arrangement. Lessons incorporate modern music software tools.
People
Marcos Moscat
Founder & Lead Instructor
Award-winning composer and educator with 20+ years experience teaching students from beginners to professional musicians. Specializes in creating personalized learning paths that combine technical mastery with creative expression.
Adrian Mendoza
Multi-Instrumentalist Instructor
Peruvian professional musician with expertise in guitar, bass, piano, and music production. Brings cross-cultural musical perspectives to lessons while emphasizing fundamental technique development for all skill levels.
Summer Watson
Vocal Specialist
Professional vocalist with extensive performance experience across multiple genres. Focuses on healthy vocal technique, stylistic versatility, and performance confidence for singers at every stage of development.
Travis Meador
Guitar & Composition Instructor
Singer-songwriter with deep expertise in guitar-based composition and music production. Specializes in helping students develop their unique musical voice through songwriting and arrangement techniques.
Kelly Vargas
Piano & Voice Instructor
Hispanic-American singer-songwriter with specialization in piano and vocal instruction. Combines classical training with contemporary performance experience to create engaging, personalized lesson plans for students.
Questions
What makes 123 Rock's teaching approach unique?
Our Imagination is Creation method connects musical fundamentals to students' personal interests, making learning engaging and relevant through favorite songs and creative projects.
What instruments can I learn at 123 Rock?
We offer instruction in piano, guitar, voice, drums, bass, strings, woodwinds, brass, and music technology with specialized instructors for each instrument.
Do you offer lessons for different age groups?
Yes, we teach students aged 4-96 with customized approaches for children, teens, and adults at all skill levels from beginner to advanced.
What are your lesson pricing options?
Private lessons range from $40-$75 depending on duration and location. Group lessons start at $40 with family discounts available for multiple students.
Can I try a lesson before committing?
We offer free trial lessons to help students find the perfect instructor match before starting regular weekly sessions.
Do you provide performance opportunities for students?
Yes, we host annual recitals where students can showcase their progress through solo and ensemble performances for family and friends.
