Cuong Nguyen

Music Teacher

Cuong Nguyen is a Music Teacher and the Co-Owner of both OC Musica and the Huntington Beach School of Music. He has been teaching music for over 45 years and has extensive knowledge in music teaching pedagogy. He and his team of over 20 professional instructors specialize in teaching piano, voice, guitar, violin, brass, and woodwind instruments. Cuong is the 1984 winner of the Yoshiro Irino Memorial Prize in Composition. He received his Bachelor of Music with Honors from the Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.

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Co-authored Articles (6)

How to

Read the Bass Clef

If you are learning the bassoon, the cello, or other low-pitched instrument, learning to read the bass clef is one of the first challenges you will face. Fortunately, by using some simple concepts, mnemonic phrases and ...

What Instrument Should I Play Quiz

From iconic electric guitars and keyboards to melodic flutes and clarinets, there’s no shortage of musical instruments out there to choose from. But which one is the best fit for you? The answer may be closer than you...

How to

Play Heart and Soul on Piano

If you are looking for a quick and easy method to play Heart and Soul, this lesson will be perfect for you. You have the option of playing it as a soloist or with another person, as a duet!

How to

Play "Jingle Bells" on the Piano

During the holiday season, everyone loves to hear Christmas songs, and everyone loves to play them on the piano. Even if you're not a piano player, you can still entertain your friends and family with an easy song like J...

How to

Play the Piano Part for Journey's "Don't Stop Believing"

“Don't Stop Believing” is a widely known song released by the rock band Journey in 1981. It follows a typical four-chord progression and features a piano riff that is instantly recognizable. The intro, verses, and ch...

How to

Play Bassline when Playing the Piano

Many beginner and intermediate piano players are daunted by trying to play the bassline at the same time as the melody. Fortunately, there are many simpler ways to put together bassline. Try these out while you are learn...