Stephen Smith

Stephen Smith, Producer, OwnerCEO, Producer, Engineer, Music Instructor...and photographer.

Stephen Smith, (aka Stephen Breeze) is our resident vocal, guitar and keyboard instructor teaching Beginning, Inttermediate and Advance guitar and Begining Keyboard. Steve has been playing guitar since the age of 9.  He is influences by Rock artist such as Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen) and the Beatles. His studies continued through college where he took lessons from Jazz Guitar Artist Frank Potenza at Long Beach City College. His style of music is liquefied in a mixture of Rock, Pop, and Alternative rolled up together as "Indie Rock that Shreds".  You know, sweltering micro anthems denoting tasteful hooks that tell stories that conjure up emotions that move you to another place.

Steve has been in numerous bands as a Lead or Rhythm Guitar player. In 1995, He recorded a self release album with the Band "The Catch", titled "Up for Grabs". Highlighting in his musical career, The Catch opened up for the band "Bonham" featuring Jason Bonham,  son of legendary John Bonham of Led Zeppelin fame.  Steve has played live in many venues such as The Waters Club, The Marque, The Viper Room, and Coconut Teaser.

Steve currently is a songwriting member of BMI, a Publishing member of ASCAP and a member of Taxi.  He enjoys songwriting, composing, producing his own music in addition to recording and producing new and inspiring new Artist from Rock to Hip Hop.

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Testimonials

My girls have been at Stepping Out for 3 years now and we love it! The staff is friendly and the instructors have a great time with their students. This studio does not play favorites toward students on their competition teams as I've experienced elsewhere. They treat ALL students and parents equally! Their rates are lower then most, their recital information with additional costs are outlined clearly in writing and we choose to participate or opt out. Costume charges are 1/2 the cost of the other studios and they even offer fundraisers to help parents out. If you're looking for a good family environment and great dance instruction, I HIGHLY recommend Stepping Out! Pros: Classes aren't overcrowded, Instructors are experienced, facility even has a dancewear boutique, prices are fair.
by 5678DanceMom at Citysearch
We had our "First Dance" lesson before our wedding at Stepping Out.  I totally have two left feet, but Giesel, the teacher, was super-encouraging and SO nice.  She broke down the beat to the song we chose and showed us the steps and went over it with us over and over again.  Now my two left feet can waltz! Oh, and before our private lesson, we watched the little ones doing ballet--that was super-adorable too.
by Maggie Z @ Yelp
Xella, an up and coming young singer/songwriter recorded her songs at this  remarkable studio in Norwalk CA. The Sound Engineer/Musician, Steve Smith, professional mixing techniques' has propelled the sounds and harmony of Xella songs to a higher level that will capture her target audience's attention. We surely recommend this recording studio to all aspiring musicians..
By August V. @ Yelp
I am recommending this studio to all my friends, wonderful owners and my daughter just loves her instructors. If you've been looking for a Dance Studio for your child then you need not look any further. Costomer service was wonderful and my daughter had a great time. Pros: Great People who really like to teach. Cons: parking can get alittle tight.
by annad4160 at Citysearch
I absolutely love everyone that gave me such a great experience, and many more years for me to come, it is such a fun time to be in class, and recommend others to join.
by Brownie @ LA City Voter
Wonderful owners, the whole family is like your own. Great studio atmosphere and the people make you feel at ease. Never did I feel pressured for more classes. Competition is an option and the upcoming recital is all very well organized. I am so happy that I finely found a place I feel comfortable with everthything. I recommend Stepping Out to everyone. Thanks for making it a pleasure for me and my duaghters Pros: Clean and Air condition. Friendly atmosphere.
by leighaj at Citysearch