Dr. Jared "JJ" Jamias
Private Lessons
Through my private studio, ChordCraft Music, I offer private and group lessons in guitar, bass, piano, songwriting, and music production for students of all ages and experience levels. Based in Orange County, I teach both in-home and studio lessons, tailoring every session to each student's goals, interests, and learning style.
My approach is to meet students where they're at—building confidence and a genuine love of music while balancing creativity with the discipline needed for lasting growth. We explore the music you enjoy while developing strong fundamentals in technique, musicianship, ear training, rhythm, theory, improvisation, songwriting, recording, and production. Lessons incorporate modern technology and creative tools alongside time-tested teaching methods.
Whether your goal is to play for fun, perform, write and record original music, prepare for school programs, or deepen your musicianship, lessons are designed to be engaging, challenging, and rewarding.
Genres: Contemporary, Classical, Rock, Blues, Jazz, and more.
Lesson Rates:
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30 minutes — $50
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45 minutes — $60
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60 minutes — $70
✓ Personalized ✓ Supportive ✓ Goal-Focused
Teaching Experience
In addition to my private teaching through ChordCraft Music, I currently serve as an Adjunct Professor at Chapman University, where I teach CES 103: Helping Professions. This undergraduate course introduces students to careers in counseling, education, and other helping professions while emphasizing communication skills, ethical practice, cultural awareness, personal growth, and professional development.
I also have extensive experience teaching music in both school and private lesson settings. My previous teaching positions include Christ Cathedral Academy, St. Gregory the Great School, Saint John Bosco Global, Patrick's Music School, and After School Music Academy, where I taught K–12 general music, choir, instrumental music, and private lessons. Working with students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and ability levels has strengthened my ability to adapt lessons to each learner while fostering confidence, creativity, and a lifelong appreciation for music.