Continuing Lecturer of Collaborative Piano and Vocal Coaching at UC Santa Barbara since 2005.
I'm currently accepting new pianists and singers for lessons or coaching at my home.
I have a DMA (Doctorate of Musical Arts) in Collaborative Arts from the University of
Southern California, as well as two other performance degrees (BM University of the Pacific and MM Drake University).
My other professional experience includes: Chapman University, LA City College, Pasadena City College, Pasadena Conservatory, Occidental College and Cal-State LA , among others. Professional performing organizations that I have been involved in include: Los Angeles Opera, Opera Santa Barbara, Jarvis Institute, Florentine Opera, Utah Festival Opera and Sarasota Opera. There I have worked as a pianist/coach, diction coach, assistant conductor and chorus master.
My rates are competitive and reasonable. Please contact: Dr. John Ballerino (213) 841-2130