Kyla Gabka

Kyla Gabka

CompositionMusic ProductionMusic TheoryPianoSingingSongwriting📍 United States💷 Prices from $40 (30 minutes)5.0 (20) · Read reviewsSafeguarding Check: Not ProvidedInsurance Check: Not Provided

Hi! I’m Kyla Gabka and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons. I have a BA in Music and BA in Musical Th

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Online
Instrument(s) taught
Composition, Music Production, Music Theory, Piano, Singing, Songwriting, Viola, Violin
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30 minutes
$40
45 minutes
$55
60 minutes
$70
Discounted Introductory Lesson
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About Kyla Gabka

Hi! I’m Kyla Gabka and I have been studying the performing arts since I was four years old. I am a singer, pianist, violinist, and actress, and I currently offer private virtual violin, viola, piano, and voice lessons. I have a BA in Music and BA in Musical Theatre from Columbia College Chicago. I have had so many wonderful opportunities to share the knowledge that I have gained throughout all my time of being a performing artist.

I am a signed artist with Boosted Entertainment, and I am a Producer for the group Musicality, semi-finalists on AGT season 11. Not only do I assist in creating and directing music videos and original music for the group, but I also get to perform at incredible events and venues with them: UNICEF Won’t Stop (with Jordin Sparks), Lollapalooza, KultureBall 2019 with Marc Martel, the Rosemont Theatre, TEDx with Ari Afsar and Miguel Cervantes (Chi-Hamilton Stars), and McDonald’s WWC (opening for Imagine Dragons, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Hudson, and Bruno Mars).

I have been in numerous music videos with the group and have led recording sessions. A few videos I have worked on (“This Is Me” and “From Now On”) have even gained several million views! I have had the honor to star in the film “First String” as Rebecca Carlisle, and I am reprising my role in the sequel. I have had so many wondrous opportunities to share my craft with others, and I am enthusiastic about sharing even more through teaching and performing.

Lesson prices

Currency: 🇺🇸 United States (US) dollar ($ USD)
30 minutes
$40
45 minutes
$55
60 minutes
$70
Discounted Introductory Lesson
No
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Cancelation & Rescheduling Policy

Please notify me as soon as possible if you will be tardy or need to cancel a scheduled lesson. I require a twenty-four (24) hour notice when a student needs to cancel a lesson. Students are responsible to pay the full amount for no-shows, tardiness, and lessons canceled without twenty-four hours notice. No refunds or make-ups will be given regardless of circumstance.

If a student arrives after their scheduled lesson time has begun, I will complete the lesson in the remaining portion of the time slot. Additional time for student tardiness is not guaranteed and the student will be charged the full amount. After 15 minutes with no communication from the student/parent, the lesson is considered a no show.

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Jennifer
10 Oct 2023

1st Lesson Today was my daughter’s first vocal lesson with Kyla. My daughter was extremely nervous and Kyla was very reassuring and kind. Kyla was very knowledgeable and walked her through everything. My daughter is thrilled with her new…”

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1st Lesson Today was my daughter’s first vocal lesson with Kyla. My daughter was extremely nervous and Kyla was very reassuring and kind. Kyla was very knowledgeable and walked her through everything. My daughter is thrilled with her new tutor and cannot wait until next week.

Michelle
10 Oct 2023

Knowledgeable, patient, and great with kids! Kyla is very professional, patient, and knowledgeable. She gave me all the info in advance of the first lesson and answered all my questions. My son, age 7, was beaming after the lesson. Two…”

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Knowledgeable, patient, and great with kids! Kyla is very professional, patient, and knowledgeable. She gave me all the info in advance of the first lesson and answered all my questions. My son, age 7, was beaming after the lesson. Two thumbs up for Kyla!

Carla
10 Oct 2023

Knowledgeable She accommodated based on the needs of my son who had a concert coming and needed extra classes. Now she is teaching him a very difficult Bolivian song. That proved to me that she is a knowledgeable and my son is in great…”

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Knowledgeable She accommodated based on the needs of my son who had a concert coming and needed extra classes. Now she is teaching him a very difficult Bolivian song. That proved to me that she is a knowledgeable and my son is in great hands

Toyoursi
10 Oct 2023

Great Tutor! Kyla is a very patient and talented piano tutor, our girls have been taking classes with her for some months now and its been lovely working with her, they are getting better at playing the piano each day. Thanks kyla!

Laura
10 Oct 2023

so good with kids! My daughter adores Kyla and is looking forward to next week! Kyla sends summary notes and expectations for the time between lessons.

Antonio
10 Oct 2023

Fun and enthusiastic I had a great time while I was learning with her guidance. What else can you really ask for? There aren't many people who can make learning fun and effective, but she is one of them.

Zachary
10 Oct 2023

Supportive and Encouraging As I’m learning I often doubt myself and my progress but Kyla always gives me reassurance and celebrates my progress. Not only that, but she is always able to give examples and answer questions when needed. Five…”

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Supportive and Encouraging As I’m learning I often doubt myself and my progress but Kyla always gives me reassurance and celebrates my progress. Not only that, but she is always able to give examples and answer questions when needed. Five stars!

Jeremy
10 Oct 2023

awesome teacher, very kind and patient Kyla is great! Very patient, kind, and takes her time understanding and addressing things to help you achieve your goals.

Josie
10 Oct 2023

Wonderful! This was my daughter’s first voice lesson and she loved working with Kyla! Kyla is being very helpful in helping my daughter reach her goals. We look forward to continuing online instruction with her.

Prasi
10 Oct 2023

She is amazing - One of a kind coach! This is my second review for Kyla And it is only because of how much I have learnt from her ! She helps me navigate towards my goals with so much support and directs me to the right resources when…”

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She is amazing - One of a kind coach! This is my second review for Kyla And it is only because of how much I have learnt from her ! She helps me navigate towards my goals with so much support and directs me to the right resources when needed! Before taking her classes, I dint think I would be learning so much about music as a subject. She assures that her students gain strong fundamentals in music. She always comes up with interesting ways to answer your questions and she breaks it down so clearly that it makes it easier for us follow her and engage in exercises better ! I'm seeing so much progress with each one of her classes and I'm better able to understand myself as an artist. Just don't hesitate to communicate your goals and she's there for you as your coach! --------------------------------------------- Previous Review (as of June 2021) I have been taking both vocal and piano classes with Kyla for a few months now and there is something exciting every class! Her approach is unique and she has a very good understanding about her students. She is very organized in her teaching, and makes sure that the student progresses towards their goal. She pays very close attention during the lessons and helps the student learn various techniques. I am more than happy to have found her as my vocal coach!!

Andrea
10 Oct 2023

Sweet and Knowledgeable!. My daughter is in love with her piano lessons and I can’t be happier to see her learn with enthusiasm. Thanks Kyla for preparing so well for lessons. I thought learning online was not going to be the great…”

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Sweet and Knowledgeable!. My daughter is in love with her piano lessons and I can’t be happier to see her learn with enthusiasm. Thanks Kyla for preparing so well for lessons. I thought learning online was not going to be the great experience that is has being. It almost feel as if you are in our house every lesson.

Barry
10 Oct 2023

I like my teacher I really like my Lessons😊 it has been really fun I really enjoy after school getting to get ready for my lessons

Gordon
10 Oct 2023

Super patient!! I was positive I’d end up annoying Kyla with my mistakes at some point but she did an amazing Job letting me know what I was doing wrong and how to improve. Awesome instructor!!!

James
10 Oct 2023

Knowledgeable and encouraging teacher! Just had my first singing lesson with Kyla. We went over the basic singing exercises and worked on pitch matching. She's an incredibly knowledgeable teacher and you can tell she has a real passion for…”

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Knowledgeable and encouraging teacher! Just had my first singing lesson with Kyla. We went over the basic singing exercises and worked on pitch matching. She's an incredibly knowledgeable teacher and you can tell she has a real passion for music which she brings to her lessons whole heartedly. I was quite nervous, but she's very encouraging and patient and it was a great lesson. Looking forward to continuing this musical journey with her!

Brigid
10 Oct 2023

Superb teacher She is very skillful at determining what you're doing wrong, giving you information about improving those things, and encouraging you. I heartily recommend Kyla!

Charles
10 Oct 2023

This year, at the age of 50, I chose to learn violin, and take voice lessons. I chose Kyla G, for her professionalism, knowledge, and never ending font of patience. I Highly recommend Kyla for the neophyte as well as anyone wishing to…”

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This year, at the age of 50, I chose to learn violin, and take voice lessons. I chose Kyla G, for her professionalism, knowledge, and never ending font of patience. I Highly recommend Kyla for the neophyte as well as anyone wishing to improve their performance skills.

Vanessa
10 Oct 2023

Kyla is one of the most talented people I’ve ever known. Her calming presence combined with her incredible musical abilities makes her a great leader and mentor!

Fay-Ling
10 Oct 2023

Kyla is a fun, patient, and skillful teacher. She’s helped me grow in both my music skills and confidence, and I’ve become such a better singer because of it! Would highly recommend as a knowledgeable and wonderful teacher :)

Ted
10 Oct 2023

Kyla was a great vocal coach for my 16 year old daughter Sara. Her lessons helped Sara develop her confidence and improve her singing abilities. Kyla paid extra attention to the specific areas that Sara needed to work on. I saw a big…”

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Kyla was a great vocal coach for my 16 year old daughter Sara. Her lessons helped Sara develop her confidence and improve her singing abilities. Kyla paid extra attention to the specific areas that Sara needed to work on. I saw a big improvement in Sara's singing over the course of her lessons and an very pleased with the results. This past spring, Sara performed in a school production of Mama Mia and really was outstanding.

Gene
10 Oct 2023

Both my wife and I have been taking virtual piano lessons with Kyla for a year now. She is a kind, knowledgeable, and patient teacher. For a couple of beginners like us we are very pleased with our learning journey.

Lesson details

What they teach

Instruments
Composition, Music Production, Music Theory, Piano, Singing, Songwriting, Viola, Violin
Genres
Classical Music, Country, Music for Children, Pop, Rock
Sub-genres
Dream Pop, Indie Folk, Musical Theatre, Singer-Songwriter

Lesson setup

Where lessons take place
Online
Languages
English

Students & levels

Levels taught
Beginner (up to Grade 5), Intermediate (Grades 5-8), Advanced (Grade 8 and above)
Youngest age taught
4
Class sizes
One-to-One (Individual)

Exams & qualifications