Mark is a great and fun piano teacher! My 17-year-old son really enjoys his lessons and has become more interested in practicing because Mark makes learning fun and engaging. We’re so happy to have found him! I truly recommend him and I’m so happy to have found him!
Mark D Dunnett Book 4 lessons save 10%
- 8 hires
- Based in Valencia, CA
- 16 years in business
- 1 employee
- Responds in about 35 minutes
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About Mark D Dunnett Book 4 lessons save 10%
Private Music Lessons in Los Angeles & Online Piano • Guitar • Ukulele • Composition • Production songwriting techniques Looking for a music teacher who is truly patient and adaptable? I work with students of all ages and abilities — including children with special needs and adults who are starting later in life — in a calm, encouraging environment. With over 15 years of teaching experience (and a background as an award-winning film composer), I help every student build real skills while actually enjoying the process. Message me to reserve a spot this fall. Why choose me? • Berklee College of Music alum (B.A. Film Scoring & Composition) • Award-winning film composer with 70+ film credits (30+ features) • 15+ years teaching experience and proud dad of a 9-year-old • Patient, fun, stress-free style that builds proper technique while correcting bad habits Whether you want to learn your favorite songs or write/record your own music, lessons emphasize enjoyment and long-term growth through ear training, theory, technique, creativity, and expression. Many students stay 3–4+ years and go on to perform, study music professionally, or enjoy it as a lifelong passion. “I focus on teaching the instrument in a fun, approachable way—especially with younger students—while building deeper musical understanding. Fun is the most effective path to lasting learning.” Professional Background Mark D. Dunnett is a multi-instrumentalist and working film composer whose scores have appeared on Netflix, Amazon Prime, AMC, and MGM. Recent highlights include five international festival awards for the 2025 action/crime feature EscoBank, including Best Composer (Paris Art & Film Awards) and Best Score (Pisa Cinema Carnival). Students benefit directly from his real-world expertise in composition, orchestration, and music production.
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I really enjoyed learning from Mark. He is a very good guitarist with lots of experience and knowledge, and he has a fun and relaxed disposition which made lessons really easy and comfortable
My son has been having piano lessons with Mark for over a year now and absolutely loves it. My son is 8 and now plays piano thanks to Mark. Super glad we found him on here!
Mark is absolutely awesome. He is fantastic guitar player (the whole world already knows that). He is wonderful teacher. He responded within 30 minutes at 11pm and he was at our home teaching my son next day at 2pm!
Worked with my altering schedules. Always responsive to not only the lesson for the day, but individual items that interested me that I wanted to know and add to my learning. Always personable and professional. Excellent instructor. At this point I don't think I could ever use another instructor.
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