About John Michael Cantor
John Michael Cantor is a well-rounded creative with a passion for music and visuals. He is a multi-instrumental musician, designer, and producer fluent in audio engineering, music production/mixing, and art/graphic design.
John also serves as a music instructor to the Charleston-area community. Both privately and as a loyal employee of Bach to Rock for over five years, he enjoys empowering people of all ages to make music.
Featured Music & Projects
Listen to My Work
From a blossoming solo project, collaborative production work, and playing with multiple bands. There is no shortage of examples of John’s work. Check out some of the files for more.
Lessons
Music Lessons Section
- Private 1-on-1
(30 min) $50 - Private 1-on-1
(60 min) $85 - Group Lessons/Bands
(60 min) $100 per student - Music Production Coaching
(90 min) $100
💡 Multi-lesson packages available – ask for details!
John offers personalized music lessons in guitar, drums, piano, bass, and music production. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced artist, John will always find ways to inspire new perspectives and approaches to the craft.
Lessons can be booked by contacting John directly to schedule a time that works best, preferably at a location most convenient for you. Most commonly, John will travel to your home in the Charleston area.
Guitar Lessons
Acoustic & Electric
Beginner to advanced techniques
Chords, scales, improvisation, and music theory
Learn songs you love while building technical skills
Drum Lessons
Rock, Jazz, Funk, Hip-Hop & More
Fundamentals of rhythm & sight reading
Drum fills, coordination & live performance
Playing in a band vs. solo drumming
Piano/Keyboard Lessons
Classical to Contemporary
Music theory & ear training
Chord progressions, scales, & sight reading
Playing by ear vs. reading sheet music
Music Production & Audio Engineering
Learn Ableton Live, Logic Pro X, Pro Tools & more
Recording, production, mixing, and mastering
Sequencing, beat-making, and sound design
