About Nick K.
Nick is from Long Beach, California where he began learning piano at 6 years old. As his musical interests expanded, Nick’s path led him to explore wind and percussion instruments alongside his piano studies, and he began performing professionally on piano at age 14 at restaurants, venues, and private events in Long Beach. Nick’s passion and dedication to music led him to complete a degree in Jazz Studies from UCLA’s Herb Alpert School of Music. Beyond the classroom, Nick is an active member of the musical community, regularly performing at various venues and events in LA and Southern California and recording with different artists and bands. With a background in both performance and education, Nick is committed to providing a well-rounded and inspiring musical education to students of all ages and skill levels. His teaching approach emphasizes a solid technical foundation while encouraging creativity and individual expression. By tailoring lessons to the specific needs and goals of each student, Nick creates an environment where students are motivated to excel and develop a lifelong love for music.
