Eleanor's Songwriting Lessons for Kids & Adults
Available in person in Miracle Mile (LA) or remotely worldwide
“Probably the best class I've ever enrolled one of my kids in.” - Tess L.
A highlight reel from the last children’s songwriting recital on 1/25/26:
Specialties
There are lots of piano, voice, guitar, and singing teachers, but not many who put it all together and show you/your child how to create a song you’ll remember years later. Eleanor’s energetic, passionate attitude makes her lessons challenging yet fun. *Eleanor can teach groups or individuals, in person in LA or globally through remote platforms like Zoom, GoogleMeet, WhatsApp, and FaceTime.
Eleanor’s Songwriting Lessons for Children and Adults are designed to awaken one’s creative confidence and artistic voice. Students learn how to access their creativity and turn everyday experiences or imagination into original songs across pop and other genres, while accompanying themselves on guitar or piano (or singing while Eleanor accompanies). Lessons include studying favorite songs and how they work, to creative prompts like taking a film scene or painting and turning it into a song idea, to honing performance skills, and more. Students are even encouraged to participate in seasonal in-person and online recitals if desired.
Mission
Eleanor’s mission is to help students use songwriting as a tool for self-expression, creative confidence, and artistic growth. She believes that learning to write songs gives students a safe, empowering way to explore ideas and emotions while developing musical skills and focus.
In addition to songwriting craft, her lessons emphasize performance readiness, confidence-building, and artistic development. Whether working with children, teens, or adults, Eleanor creates a supportive, structured environment where students are encouraged to trust their voice, grow creatively, and feel proud of their work.
Meet the Business Owner
LA native Eleanor Hammond is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and experienced songwriting educator with nearly a decade of experience working with children and teens. She began writing songs at age 11 and grew up taking music and acting lessons that shaped both her artistic voice and teaching philosophy.
Eleanor holds a BA in Theater from UC Berkeley, where she wrote, produced, and performed two original full-length musicals, including Walls, a feminist musical developed with the support of a university grant. As a recording artist, she has independently released 15 singles, with her song “Best of Tonight” featured on ElectroWow’s Best Electro-Pop Songs of 2023, and she is a sync co-writer with Blue Buddha Entertainment for film, television, and commercial placements.
Alongside her work as an artist, Eleanor has taught and worked with children ages 0–15 for nearly ten years, including as a songwriting teacher at Camp Wildfolk, a performer at Kidspace Children’s Museum, and an educator at Brawerman East. She currently teaches children, teens, and adults both in person from her Miracle Mile studio and online worldwide. Her lessons are highly individualized, blending songwriting craft, creativity, and confidence-building in a supportive, structured environment.
Eleanor continues to perform throughout Los Angeles while completing her debut album, Queen of Big Emotions, and teaching students the power of songwriting.
Where?
Eleanor’s apartment in Miracle Mile where she has a piano and guitar, or remotely through video platforms like Zoom, GoogleMeet, WhatsApp, and FaceTime. If she does not offer your preferred platform, please let her know at eleanorhammond1@gmail.com and she will try to accommodate you.
Recent Reviews:
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Eleanor has been such an amazing teacher. I have played music for years and years, but somehow could never write anything. In just a few months, I’ve written two songs under her guidance, and actually like them both.” - Kristina L.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “My daughter has been taking music and songwriting lessons with Eleanor for about a year now, and it has been a great experience. Eleanor has a gift for nurturing the creative spark in her students. She is encouraging, non-judgmental, and collaborative.” - Courtney G.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Taking classes with Eleanor has been a truly magical experience for my daughter. She's not just honing her singing and performance skills, she's discovering what she wants to say and how she wants to express herself creatively. Probably the best class I've ever enrolled one of my kids in.” - Tess L.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Eleanor’s songwriting class is excellent! It’s amazing what she and my daughter have created together. Eleanor is bright, funny, talented and engaging - children love her and love being with her.” - Emily B.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Eleanor is such a wonderful teacher for my five year old daughter. She is truly helping my child discover her full musical expression from song structure, music theory, vocal quality and air control, and even guitar training with her loog. The biggest recommends for anyone old or young who has the music in them.” - Leslie M.
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A sample from a remote adult’s lesson:
(Feel free to skip through these snippets from a remote lesson to get a feel for how Eleanor’s songwriting lessons work. This video highlights how Eleanor and students generate creative ideas and start building a song together. In a full lesson, songs usually go through multiple rounds of edits as they develop. This clip offers a small glimpse into that process, which is adapted based on each student’s age, experience, and goals.)
Setting up a lesson
If you would like to set up a 45-60 min, lesson, email eleanorhammond1@gmail.com.
Want to see if this is the right fit? Book a 30 min trial lesson at a discounted rate of ($40 on zoom, or $50 in person) by emailing eleanorhammond1@gmail.com.
In Person Individual Rates
45 min (great for younger kids) - $85
60 min - $110
Global Remote Individual Rates
45 min (great for younger kids) - $75
60 min - $100
*Rates are offered on a sliding scale based on availability and need.
Please reach out to discuss current openings and tuition options.
FAQ:
Are group lessons available?
Yes, individuals or groups! Rates may vary.
Are remote lessons offered?
Yes, lessons are available through video call at a discounted rate on Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp or GoogleMeet.
Does Eleanor come to us or do we drive to you?
In person lessons are taught at Eleanor’s apartment in Miracle Mile. She has two lovely cats!
How do I pay?
Cash or Zelle is preferred. Please note, Eleanor has a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged the full price of the lesson.
How old should my child/I be to take lessons? And how much musical experience is needed?
Anywhere from ages 5-beyond and Eleanor coaches students with no musical background at all to trained musicians who want to refine their artistic voice, career goals, and performance skills!
Some photos from the children’s songwriting recital on 1/25/26! Students shared an array of their original songs with singing, piano, guitar, and loog for family and special friends!