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Mallory Livingston (B.M)
Executive Director / Piano Instructor
Ms. Mallory Livingston began taking private music lessons at the age of 8, and continued training through her elementary school and high school careers. This eventually led to a Bachelor of Music at Eastern Oregon University, majoring in music and minoring in theatre.
Teaching music consistently since 2007-2008, she brings skill and expertise to every music lesson.
She enjoys working with all ages, but now specializes in children three to six years old.
Ms. Livingston teaches with a classical focus, and incorporates solid music theory training, technique, classical repertoire, performance, and music history into training with each student.
Ms Livingston considers tailored teaching to each student’s learning style of utmost importance – for every individual is different. She ensures to explain and demonstrates each concept in a variety of ways that each specific student can connect and understand.
Mallory Livingston (B.M)
Executive Director / Piano Instructor
Ms. Mallory Livingston began taking private music lessons at the age of 8, and continued training through her elementary school and high school careers. This eventually led to a Bachelor of Music at Eastern Oregon University, majoring in music and minoring in theatre.
Teaching music consistently since 2007-2008, she brings skill and expertise to every music lesson.
She enjoys working with all ages, but now specializes in children three to six years old.
Ms. Livingston teaches with a classical focus, and incorporates solid music theory training, technique, classical repertoire, performance, and music history into training with each student.
Ms Livingston considers tailored teaching to each student’s learning style of utmost importance – for every individual is different. She ensures to explain and demonstrates each concept in a variety of ways that each specific student can connect and understand.
Mallory Livingston (B.M)
Executive Director / Piano Instructor
Ms. Mallory Livingston began taking private music lessons at the age of 8, and continued training through her elementary school and high school careers. This eventually led to a Bachelor of Music at Eastern Oregon University, majoring in music and minoring in theatre.
Teaching music consistently since 2007-2008, she brings skill and expertise to every music lesson.
She enjoys working with all ages, but now specializes in children three to six years old.
Ms. Livingston teaches with a classical focus, and incorporates solid music theory training, technique, classical repertoire, performance, and music history into training with each student.
Ms Livingston considers tailored teaching to each student’s learning style of utmost importance – for every individual is different. She ensures to explain and demonstrates each concept in a variety of ways that each specific student can connect and understand.
Ms. Mallory Livingston began taking private music lessons at the age of 8, and continued training through her elementary school and high school careers. This eventually led to a Bachelor of Music at Eastern Oregon University, majoring in music and minoring in theatre.
Teaching music consistently since 2007-2008, she brings skill and expertise to every music lesson.
She enjoys working with all ages, but now specializes in children three to six years old.
Ms. Livingston teaches with a classical focus, and incorporates solid music theory training, technique, classical repertoire, performance, and music history into training with each student.
Ms Livingston considers tailored teaching to each student’s learning style of utmost importance – for every individual is different.
She ensures to explain and demonstrates each concept in a variety of ways that each specific student can connect and understand.
Brandon Franko (M.M)
Voice instructor
Director of NW Treble & Concert Choir
He is a graduate student at Western Oregon University. He has a bachelors degree in vocal performance and audio production, and is currently working on his masters degree in vocal performance focusing in jazz and pop music.
In his free time, Brandon likes to compose and arrange his own music, as well as professionally record for himself and others.
He has recorded several songs of his own and has been the recording engineer behind some other local artists’ projects.
He is a firm believer that confidence and fun are two major keys to performing, and pledges to give his students whatever they need in order to feel confident and have fun on stage.
Brandon Franko (M.M)
Voice instructor
Director of NW Treble & Concert Choir
He is a graduate student at Western Oregon University. He has a bachelors degree in vocal performance and audio production, and is currently working on his masters degree in vocal performance focusing in jazz and pop music.
In his free time, Brandon likes to compose and arrange his own music, as well as professionally record for himself and others.
He has recorded several songs of his own and has been the recording engineer behind some other local artists’ projects.
He is a firm believer that confidence and fun are two major keys to performing, and pledges to give his students whatever they need in order to feel confident and have fun on stage.
Brandon Franko
(M.M)
Voice instructor Director of NW Treble & Concert Choir
He is a graduate student at Western Oregon University. He has a bachelors degree in vocal performance and audio production, and is currently working on his masters degree in vocal performance focusing in jazz and pop music.
In his free time, Brandon likes to compose and arrange his own music, as well as professionally record for himself and others.
He has recorded several songs of his own and has been the recording engineer behind some other local artists’ projects.
He is a firm believer that confidence and fun are two major keys to performing, and pledges to give his students whatever they need in order to feel confident and have fun on stage.
He is a graduate student at Western Oregon University.
He has a bachelors degree in vocal performance and audio production, and is currently working on his masters degree in vocal performance focusing in jazz and pop music.
In his free time, Brandon likes to compose and arrange his own music, as well as professionally record for himself and others.
He has recorded several songs of his own and has been the recording engineer behind some other local artists’ projects.
He is a firm believer that confidence and fun are two major keys to performing, and pledges to give his students whatever they need in order to feel confident and have fun on stage.
René Gye (B.A)
Beginning-Advanced Piano Instructor
René started their musicianship early by picking up songs by ear on the piano at 3 years old and beginning private lessons at 8. Since then their love of music has only grown!
René graduated from Rocky Mountain College with a B.A. in piano performance, with an additional focus on voice. They are a current member of the Willamette Master Chorus and have experience performing in a number of settings including accompanying choirs, playing in various collegiate groups, and as a soloist.
As a teacher, Rene aims to cultivate a lifelong love of music in their students and encourage them to grow in their skills.
René Gye (B.A)
Beginning-Advanced Piano Instructor
René started their musicianship early by picking up songs by ear on the piano at 3 years old and beginning private lessons at 8. Since then their love of music has only grown!
René graduated from Rocky Mountain College with a B.A. in piano performance, with an additional focus on voice. They are a current member of the Willamette Master Chorus and have experience performing in a number of settings including accompanying choirs, playing in various collegiate groups, and as a soloist.
As a teacher, Rene aims to cultivate a lifelong love of music in their students and encourage them to grow in their skills.
René Gye (B.A)
Beginning-Advanced Piano Instructor
She began taking private piano lessons at age 7, once her mom “caught” her playing a song by ear that she had heard on the ice cream truck. Although she is classically trained, she grew up favoring improvisation, songwriting, and playing “by ear” over her classical studies.
These hobbies (that sometimes interfered with her classical practice!) informed her jam sessions with numerous bands, as well as her own songwriting career. She has recorded two albums of original music (and can be found on iTunes as “Evie Haskell”) and has won several songwriting competitions. She continues to write and perform locally today.
She graduated with her BA in Music in 2006 and is currently obtaining her masters in music education from the University of Oregon. She has taught hundreds of students, ages 1.5-70, in Kindermusik classes, elementary schools, junior high and high school ensembles, glee clubs, and private and group piano lessons.
She believes in a creative, holistic approach to teaching music.
Her classes and private lessons are active, playful, and complete, as she uses games and movement to accomplish a fun and thorough approach to music. Her lessons give students training in music literacy, performance, theory, technique, and improvisation/songwriting.
Her aim as a teacher is to cultivate love and literacy of music for life in each student she instructs.
René started their musicianship early by picking up songs by ear on the piano at 3 years old and beginning private lessons at 8. Since then their love of music has only grown!
René graduated from Rocky Mountain College with a B.A. in piano performance, with an additional focus on voice. They are a current member of the Willamette Master Chorus and have experience performing in a number of settings including accompanying choirs, playing in various collegiate groups, and as a soloist.
As a teacher, Rene aims to cultivate a lifelong love of music in their students and encourage them to grow in their skills.
Trevor Fischer (B.M)
Guitar, Cello, Ukelele &
Bass Guitar instructor
He is a composition and instrumental performance major at WOU, and possess 9 years of musical experience on the cello and guitar.
Throughout his years of involvement in music, Trevor has played in All City Orchestra, Salem Youth Symphony, Salem Philharmonia Orchestra, and has been inducted into the International Thespian Society for his contribution to the musicals put on by McKay High School.
Trevor also has experience playing bass guitar, baroque guitar, baroque cello, ukulele, violin, mandolin, and piano, and has played music genres spanning from classical and metal, to jazz and samba.
Trevor currently plays guitar in an alternative band (The Ferenjis), and aspires to compose and arrange music for films like Interstellar and Whiplash, while still expanding his knowledge of music theory and performance skills.
He hopes not only to pass on his knowledge to his students, but also wants to inspire the youth to find their voice within music to create a personalized relationship with art. Whether the student wants to master repertoire, write their own song, or learn a song for fun, Trevor plans to provide the essential tools to make it happen.
Trevor Fischer (B.M)
Guitar, Cello, Ukelele &
Bass Guitar instructor
He is a composition and instrumental performance major at WOU, and possess 9 years of musical experience on the cello and guitar.
Throughout his years of involvement in music, Trevor has played in All City Orchestra, Salem Youth Symphony, Salem Philharmonia Orchestra, and has been inducted into the International Thespian Society for his contribution to the musicals put on by McKay High School.
Trevor also has experience playing bass guitar, baroque guitar, baroque cello, ukulele, violin, mandolin, and piano, and has played music genres spanning from classical and metal, to jazz and samba.
Trevor currently plays guitar in an alternative band (The Ferenjis), and aspires to compose and arrange music for films like Interstellar and Whiplash, while still expanding his knowledge of music theory and performance skills.
He hopes not only to pass on his knowledge to his students, but also wants to inspire the youth to find their voice within music to create a personalized relationship with art. Whether the student wants to master repertoire, write their own song, or learn a song for fun, Trevor plans to provide the essential tools to make it happen.
Trevor Fischer
(B.M)
Guitar, Cello, Ukelele &
Bass Guitar instructor
He is a composition and instrumental performance major at WOU, and possess 9 years of musical experience on the cello and guitar.
Throughout his years of involvement in music, Trevor has played in All City Orchestra, Salem Youth Symphony, Salem Philharmonia Orchestra, and has been inducted into the International Thespian Society for his contribution to the musicals put on by McKay High School.
Trevor also has experience playing bass guitar, baroque guitar, baroque cello, ukulele, violin, mandolin, and piano, and has played music genres spanning from classical and metal, to jazz and samba.
Trevor currently plays guitar in an alternative band (The Ferenjis), and aspires to compose and arrange music for films like Interstellar and Whiplash, while still expanding his knowledge of music theory and performance skills.
He hopes not only to pass on his knowledge to his students, but also wants to inspire the youth to find their voice within music to create a personalized relationship with art. Whether the student wants to master repertoire, write their own song, or learn a song for fun, Trevor plans to provide the essential tools to make it happen.
He is a composition and instrumental performance major at WOU, and possess 9 years of musical experience on the cello
and guitar.
Throughout his years of involvement in music, Trevor has played in All City Orchestra, Salem Youth Symphony, Salem Philharmonia Orchestra, and has been inducted into the International Thespian Society for his contribution to the musicals put on by McKay High School.
Trevor also has experience playing bass guitar, baroque guitar, baroque cello, ukulele, violin, mandolin, and piano, and has played music genres spanning from classical and metal, to jazz and samba.
Trevor currently plays guitar in an alternative band (The Ferenjis), and aspires to compose and arrange music for films like Interstellar and Whiplash, while still expanding his knowledge of music theory and performance skills.
He hopes not only to pass on his knowledge to his students, but also wants to inspire the youth to find their voice within music to create a personalized relationship with art.
Whether the student wants to master repertoire, write their own song, or learn a song for fun, Trevor plans to provide the essential tools to make it happen.
Noah Miller
Piano & Voice Instructor
Director of NW Children's Choir
Noah is a student at Western Oregon University studying music education with a concentration in voice. He was a competitive dancer and singer with Van De Veere Productions for 8 years and has been a choreographer, teacher, and audio editor since 2016. He had the opportunity to participate in dozens of performing competitions and other events in the PNW, including musical theater productions such as Footloose and Little Women. His favorite forms of dance are contemporary and hip-hop, but he has formal training in many others and loves teaching students new combinations.
Noah has played piano for over a decade and has experience with many different genres, including jazz, pop, and varying common practice music. He has played as both an accompanist and solo pianist, but his favorite piano endeavor has been playing in the rhythm section for a JV jazz choir.
He also has formal and collegiate training in vocal pedagogy and spends a lot of time singing in ensembles, honing his vocal technique, and focusing on healthy habits across many different styles. As a performer and student, Noah has worked with prominent vocal figures such as Deke Sharon, Greta Matassa, New York Voices, and Adrienne Angel.
In his free time, Noah enjoys caring for his pets, making music, and spending time with his closest friends.
Noah Miller
Piano & Voice Instructor
Director of NW Children's Choir
Noah is a student at Western Oregon University studying music education with a concentration in voice. He was a competitive dancer and singer with Van De Veere Productions for 8 years and has been a choreographer, teacher, and audio editor since 2016. He had the opportunity to participate in dozens of performing competitions and other events in the PNW, including musical theater productions such as Footloose and Little Women. His favorite forms of dance are contemporary and hip-hop, but he has formal training in many others and loves teaching students new combinations.
Noah has played piano for over a decade and has experience with many different genres, including jazz, pop, and varying common practice music. He has played as both an accompanist and solo pianist, but his favorite piano endeavor has been playing in the rhythm section for a JV jazz choir.
He also has formal and collegiate training in vocal pedagogy and spends a lot of time singing in ensembles, honing his vocal technique, and focusing on healthy habits across many different styles. As a performer and student, Noah has worked with prominent vocal figures such as Deke Sharon, Greta Matassa, New York Voices, and Adrienne Angel.
In his free time, Noah enjoys caring for his pets, making music, and spending time with his closest friends.
Noah Miller
Piano & Voice Instructor
Director of NW Children's Choir
Noah is a student at Western Oregon University studying music education with a concentration in voice.
He was a competitive dancer and singer with Van De Veere Productions for 8 years and has been a choreographer, teacher, and audio editor since 2016.
He had the opportunity to participate in dozens of performing competitions and other events in the PNW, including musical theater productions such as Footloose and Little Women. His favorite forms of dance are contemporary and hip-hop, but he has formal training in many others and loves teaching students new combinations.
Noah has played piano for over a decade and has experience with many different genres, including jazz, pop, and varying common practice music. He has played as both an accompanist and solo pianist, but his favorite piano endeavor has been playing in the rhythm section for a JV jazz choir.
He also has formal and collegiate training in vocal pedagogy and spends a lot of time singing in ensembles, honing his vocal technique, and focusing on healthy habits across many different styles. As a performer and student, Noah has worked with prominent vocal figures such as Deke Sharon, Greta Matassa, New York Voices, and Adrienne Angel.
In his free time, Noah enjoys caring for his pets, making music, and spending time with his closest friends.
Haley Boyer (B.A)
Brass, Piano & Kindermusic Instructor
Haley graduated from Chapman University with a B.M in Music Education, specializing in instrumental students and music. She has over 13 years of brass experience, including orchestras, wind bands, jazz bands, jazz combos, brass quintets, and solo performing.
She is prepared and enthusiastic to teach students of any age.
She brings a careful and experienced ear to each lesson, and believes that respecting a student’s boundaries and learning style is the most important step in learning to love and enjoy music.
Classically trained, Haley brings a classical emphasis to her lessons, including firm foundations in music theory, technique, history, physics, and performance.
Haley Boyer (B.A)
Brass, Piano & Kindermusic Instructor
Haley graduated from Chapman University with a B.M in Music Education, specializing in instrumental students and music. She has over 13 years of brass experience, including orchestras, wind bands, jazz bands, jazz combos, brass quintets, and solo performing.
She is prepared and enthusiastic to teach students of any age.
She brings a careful and experienced ear to each lesson, and believes that respecting a student’s boundaries and learning style is the most important step in learning to love and enjoy music.
Classically trained, Haley brings a classical emphasis to her lessons, including firm foundations in music theory, technique, history, physics, and performance.
Haley Boyer
(B.A)
Brass, Piano & Kindermusic Instructor
Haley graduated from Chapman University with a B.M in Music Education, specializing in instrumental students and music. She has over 13 years of brass experience, including orchestras, wind bands, jazz bands, jazz combos, brass quintets, and solo performing.
She is prepared and enthusiastic to teach students of any age.
She brings a careful and experienced ear to each lesson, and believes that respecting a student’s boundaries and learning style is the most important step in learning to love and enjoy music.
Classically trained, Haley brings a classical emphasis to her lessons, including firm foundations in music theory, technique, history, physics, and performance.
Ryan Hanson
Woodwinds, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Kindermusic, and Beginning Piano
Ryan began playing the saxophone and singing in the school band and choir in 4th grade and has been playing music ever since. He has performed at the collegiate level on saxophone, guitar, oboe, and voice.
Some of his most memorable performances include marching in the Tournament of Roses Parade with the Missouri State Marching Band and competing at the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) with the MSU men’s a cappella group, The Beartones.
Outside of the scholastic setting, Ryan has played gigs in a variety of bands spanning many genres since he was 16. He’s toured though a total of 10 US states playing lead and rhythm guitar, singing lead and backup vocals, and playing saxophone and mandolin in rock, pop, folk, country, and jazz-oriented groups. He currently plays lead guitar, mandolin, saxophone, and sings backup vocals in the band Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardeners – come say “hi” at one of their local shows!
Ryan is pursuing his music education degree at Western Oregon University and student teaching in the Salem-Keizer school district. Since he began teaching music lessons in 2007, his approach to music education has evolved into a highly personalized one driven by what will intrinsically motivate each individual player.“
Ryan began playing the saxophone and singing in the school band and choir in 4th grade and has been playing music ever since. He has performed at the collegiate level on saxophone, guitar, oboe, and voice.
Some of his most memorable performances include marching in the Tournament of Roses Parade with the Missouri State Marching Band and competing at the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) with the MSU men’s a cappella group, The Beartones.
Outside of the scholastic setting, Ryan has played gigs in a variety of bands spanning many genres since he was 16. He’s toured though a total of 10 US states playing lead and rhythm guitar, singing lead and backup vocals, and playing saxophone and mandolin in rock, pop, folk, country, and jazz-oriented groups. He currently plays lead guitar, mandolin, saxophone, and sings backup vocals in the band Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardeners – come say “hi” at one of their local shows!
Ryan is pursuing his music education degree at Western Oregon University and student teaching in the Salem-Keizer school district. Since he began teaching music lessons in 2007, his approach to music education has evolved into a highly personalized one driven by what will intrinsically motivate each individual player.“
Ryan Hanson
Woodwinds, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Kindermusic, and Beginning Piano
Ryan began playing the saxophone and singing in the school band and choir in 4th grade and has been playing music ever since. He has performed at the collegiate level on saxophone, guitar, oboe, and voice.
Some of his most memorable performances include marching in the Tournament of Roses Parade with the Missouri State Marching Band and competing at the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) with the MSU men’s a cappella group, The Beartones.
Outside of the scholastic setting, Ryan has played gigs in a variety of bands spanning many genres since he was 16. He’s toured though a total of 10 US states playing lead and rhythm guitar, singing lead and backup vocals, and playing saxophone and mandolin in rock, pop, folk, country, and jazz-oriented groups. He currently plays lead guitar, mandolin, saxophone, and sings backup vocals in the band Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardeners – come say “hi” at one of their local shows!
Ryan is pursuing his music education degree at Western Oregon University and student teaching in the Salem-Keizer school district. Since he began teaching music lessons in 2007, his approach to music education has evolved into a highly personalized one driven by what will intrinsically motivate each individual player.“
Ryan Hanson
Woodwinds, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Kindermusic, and Beginning Piano
Ryan began playing the saxophone and singing in the school band and choir in 4th grade and has been playing music ever since. He has performed at the collegiate level on saxophone, guitar, oboe, and voice.
Some of his most memorable performances include marching in the Tournament of Roses Parade with the Missouri State Marching Band and competing at the International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) with the MSU men’s a cappella group, The Beartones.
Outside of the scholastic setting, Ryan has played gigs in a variety of bands spanning many genres since he was 16. He’s toured though a total of 10 US states playing lead and rhythm guitar, singing lead and backup vocals, and playing saxophone and mandolin in rock, pop, folk, country, and jazz-oriented groups.
He currently plays lead guitar, mandolin, saxophone, and sings backup vocals in the band Ida Jane and the Weekend Gardeners – come say “hi” at one of their local shows!
Ryan is pursuing his music education degree at Western Oregon University and student teaching in the Salem-Keizer school district. Since he began teaching music lessons in 2007, his approach to music education has evolved into a highly personalized one driven by what will intrinsically motivate each individual player.“
Zack Vinyard
Instructor of Voice & Beginning Piano
Zack goes to Western Oregon University and is working on getting his bachelor’s degree in Music Education.
He has been performing since 3rd grade and has been working with kids since 2018. He has participated in many performances and competitions, like the NATS musical theatre category, making it to the National level. Being a student gives him plenty of opportunities to sing and play piano, all of which allow him to learn from other great educators.
He had many musical theatre opportunities through school, getting to perform in shows like Mamma Mia, The Addams Family, and Fiddler on the Roof. This helped him become very connected to the music of the musical theatre world.
As he is getting closer to finishing his schooling, Zack is very excited to be helping others find joy in music and performing. He believes that everyone has great musical capability, they just have to find it, use it, and build that connection between them and music, and he loves to be the one that gets to help people do that.
In his free time, he loves getting to spend time with his friends to watch movies and make music together.
Zack Vinyard
Instructor of Voice & Beginning Piano
Zack goes to Western Oregon University and is working on getting his bachelor’s degree in Music Education.
He has been performing since 3rd grade and has been working with kids since 2018. He has participated in many performances and competitions, like the NATS musical theatre category, making it to the National level. Being a student gives him plenty of opportunities to sing and play piano, all of which allow him to learn from other great educators.
He had many musical theatre opportunities through school, getting to perform in shows like Mamma Mia, The Addams Family, and Fiddler on the Roof. This helped him become very connected to the music of the musical theatre world.
As he is getting closer to finishing his schooling, Zack is very excited to be helping others find joy in music and performing. He believes that everyone has great musical capability, they just have to find it, use it, and build that connection between them and music, and he loves to be the one that gets to help people do that.
In his free time, he loves getting to spend time with his friends to watch movies and make music together.
Zack Vinyard
Instructor of Voice & Beginning Piano
Zack goes to Western Oregon University and is working on getting his bachelor’s degree in Music Education.
He has been performing since 3rd grade and has been working with kids since 2018. He has participated in many performances and competitions, like the NATS musical theatre category, making it to the National level. Being a student gives him plenty of opportunities to sing and play piano, all of which allow him to learn from other great educators.
He had many musical theatre opportunities through school, getting to perform in shows like Mamma Mia, The Addams Family, and Fiddler on the Roof. This helped him become very connected to the music of the musical theatre world.
As he is getting closer to finishing his schooling, Zack is very excited to be helping others find joy in music and performing. He believes that everyone has great musical capability, they just have to find it, use it, and build that connection between them and music, and he loves to be the one that gets to help people do that.
In his free time, he loves getting to spend time with his friends to watch movies and make music together.
Noheli Garcia
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Violin, Percussion, and Kindermusic Instructor
Fluent in English and Español
Classical music is a major part of Noheli’s musical upbringing. At age 7, Noheli began playing the violin and continued to do so up until twelfth grade. Throughout her experience as a violinist she has performed in a variety of orchestras and is featured in two CD recordings. She has also performed in duets at wedding ceremonies. Additionally, she was also an advocate for music programs in her school district.
She has given speeches and performances in order to inspire future musicians. As a music major, she now continues her ongoing musical journey through studying piano and music composition.
At age 13, Noheli also began playing guitar. This eventually led up to her becoming a lead guitarist in a rock band for two years at age 16. She also assisted in writing and recording a few songs with her former band members. Performing the rock genre for her local community outside of classical ensembles has influenced her to dive further into other music genres. It also introduced percussion and drumming into her musical fluency. When it comes to guitar, she enjoys fingerstyle arrangements the most. She continues to work on independent music projects today.
As a musician, Noheli is dedicated to providing audiences with bliss and joy through music. She values how music connects people and the way it can communicate with the world.
As an instructor, Noheli strives to understand the musical goals of her students on an individual level in order to adapt a method of practice students can use throughout the entirety of their musical journey.
Noheli Garcia
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Violin, Percussion, and Kindermusic Instructor
Fluent in English and Español
Classical music is a major part of Noheli’s musical upbringing. At age 7, Noheli began playing the violin and continued to do so up until twelfth grade. Throughout her experience as a violinist she has performed in a variety of orchestras and is featured in two CD recordings. She has also performed in duets at wedding ceremonies. Additionally, she was also an advocate for music programs in her school district.
She has given speeches and performances in order to inspire future musicians. As a music major, she now continues her ongoing musical journey through studying piano and music composition.
At age 13, Noheli also began playing guitar. This eventually led up to her becoming a lead guitarist in a rock band for two years at age 16. She also assisted in writing and recording a few songs with her former band members. Performing the rock genre for her local community outside of classical ensembles has influenced her to dive further into other music genres. It also introduced percussion and drumming into her musical fluency. When it comes to guitar, she enjoys fingerstyle arrangements the most. She continues to work on independent music projects today.
As a musician, Noheli is dedicated to providing audiences with bliss and joy through music. She values how music connects people and the way it can communicate with the world.
As an instructor, Noheli strives to understand the musical goals of her students on an individual level in order to adapt a method of practice students can use throughout the entirety of their musical journey.
Noheli Garcia
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Violin, Percussion, and Kindermusic Instructor
Fluent in English and Español
Classical music is a major part of Noheli’s musical upbringing.
At age 7, Noheli began playing the violin and continued to do so up until twelfth grade. Throughout her experience as a violinist she has performed in a variety of orchestras and is featured in two CD recordings. She has also performed in duets at wedding ceremonies. Additionally, she was also an advocate for music programs in her school district.
She has given speeches and performances in order to inspire future musicians. As a music major, she now continues her ongoing musical journey through studying piano and music composition.
At age 13, Noheli also began playing guitar. This eventually led up to her becoming a lead guitarist in a rock band for two years at age 16. She also assisted in writing and recording a few songs with her former band members.
Performing the rock genre for her local community outside of classical ensembles has influenced her to dive further into other music genres. It also introduced percussion and drumming into her musical fluency. When it comes to guitar, she enjoys fingerstyle arrangements the most. She continues to work on independent music projects today.
As a musician, Noheli is dedicated to providing audiences with bliss and joy through music.
She values how music connects people and the way it can communicate with the world.
As an instructor, Noheli strives to understand the musical goals of her students on an individual level in order to adapt a method of practice students can use throughout the entirety of their musical journey.
Kelly Miller (B.S)
Piano Instructor
Kelly graduated from Oregon State University with a B.S. in Piano Performance. She has been
playing both piano and cello from a young age.
playing both piano and cello from a young age.
Her experience includes performing at weddings, playing in chamber ensembles, and
accompanying a variety of vocalists and instrumentalists. She has orchestrated strings
workshops to facilitate young students to learn cello intonation, theory, and technique.
While at OSU, she had many performing opportunities, including the opportunity to participate
in a Latin American Piano Recital.
She believes that music involves complex processes that allow the ability to explore creative
expression, communicate emotion, inspire passion, and transcend the human experience in a
tangible way.
As a teacher, her intent is to nurture a student’s analytical development and unique skills to
give them the confidence to apply their talents outside of the lesson.
Kelly Miller (B.S)
Piano Instructor
Kelly graduated from Oregon State University with a B.S. in Piano Performance. She has been playing both piano and cello from a young age.
Her experience includes performing at weddings, playing in chamber ensembles, and accompanying a variety of vocalists and instrumentalists.
She has orchestrated strings workshops to facilitate young students to learn cello intonation, theory, and technique.
While at OSU, she had many performing opportunities, including the opportunity to participate in a Latin American Piano Recital.
She believes that music involves complex processes that allow the ability to explore creative expression, communicate emotion, inspire passion, and transcend the human experience in a tangible way.
As a teacher, her intent is to nurture a student’s analytical development and unique skills to give them the confidence to apply their talents outside of the lesson.
Kelly Miller (B.S)
Piano Instructor
Kelly graduated from Oregon State University with a B.S. in Piano Performance. She has been playing both piano and cello from a young age.
Her experience includes performing at weddings, playing in chamber ensembles, and accompanying a variety of vocalists and instrumentalists.
She has orchestrated strings workshops to facilitate young students to learn cello intonation, theory, and technique.
While at OSU, she had many performing opportunities, including the opportunity to participate in a Latin American Piano Recital.
She believes that music involves complex processes that allow the ability to explore creative expression, communicate emotion, inspire passion, and transcend the human experience in a tangible way.
As a teacher, her intent is to nurture a student’s analytical development and unique skills to give them the confidence to apply their talents outside of the lesson.
Mark Jones
Beginning Guitar, Piano, & Kindermusic Instructor
From 5 years old, Mark was surrounded by music, singing in choir and performing in church. This gave him an intuitive knowledge of musical fundamentals and a drive to learn more. He wanted an instrument but it took until the age of 8 for his family to afford one – a beat up 12-string guitar.
Immediately falling in love with his first instrument, Mark taught himself everything he could from reading and gleaning knowledge from other guitarists. He began weaving this new skill into his family’s regional church performances. When an organist offered introductory piano lessons, Mark learned the fundamentals of sight-reading and scales.
When the lessons were no longer affordable, he studied at home from song books. It was from this self-education that Mark came across the study of music theory and composition. By age 12 he was performing original works, and by high school he was leading praise teams! During this time his vocal training continued in school and church choirs.
As Mark approached adulthood he began to experiment with multi-track recording and MIDI instruments, opening up an entire world of musical possibilities. Currently he composes classical scores and electronica and hip hop instrumentals, gigs as a studio musician/producer, and plays in a rock band. He is a part of 4 musical acts, releasing 6 separate albums, with 2 more in production. He has taught guitar and music theory for 2 years.
Mark believes in becoming fluent in the language of music, to provide an avenue for unbridled and authentic self-expression. He believes this is achievable for all.
Mark Jones
Beginning Guitar, Piano, & Kindermusic Instructor
From 5 years old, Mark was surrounded by music, singing in choir and performing in church. This gave him an intuitive knowledge of musical fundamentals and a drive to learn more. He wanted an instrument but it took until the age of 8 for his family to afford one – a beat up 12-string guitar.
Immediately falling in love with his first instrument, Mark taught himself everything he could from reading and gleaning knowledge from other guitarists. He began weaving this new skill into his family’s regional church performances. When an organist offered introductory piano lessons, Mark learned the fundamentals of sight-reading and scales.
When the lessons were no longer affordable, he studied at home from song books. It was from this self-education that Mark came across the study of music theory and composition. By age 12 he was performing original works, and by high school he was leading praise teams! During this time his vocal training continued in school and church choirs.
As Mark approached adulthood he began to experiment with multi-track recording and MIDI instruments, opening up an entire world of musical possibilities. Currently he composes classical scores and electronica and hip hop instrumentals, gigs as a studio musician/producer, and plays in a rock band. He is a part of 4 musical acts, releasing 6 separate albums, with 2 more in production. He has taught guitar and music theory for 2 years.
Mark believes in becoming fluent in the language of music, to provide an avenue for unbridled and authentic self-expression. He believes this is achievable for all.
Mark Jones
Beginning Guitar, Piano, & Kindermusic Instructor
From 5 years old, Mark was surrounded by music, singing in choir and performing in church. This gave him an intuitive knowledge of musical fundamentals and a drive to learn more. He wanted an instrument but it took until the age of 8 for his family to afford one – a beat up 12-string guitar.
Immediately falling in love with his first instrument, Mark taught himself everything he could from reading and gleaning knowledge from other guitarists. He began weaving this new skill into his family’s regional church performances. When an organist offered introductory piano lessons, Mark learned the fundamentals of sight-reading and scales.
When the lessons were no longer affordable, he studied at home from song books. It was from this self-education that Mark came across the study of music theory and composition. By age 12 he was performing original works, and by high school he was leading praise teams! During this time his vocal training continued in school and church choirs.
As Mark approached adulthood he began to experiment with multi-track recording and MIDI instruments, opening up an entire world of musical possibilities. Currently he composes classical scores and electronica and hip hop instrumentals, gigs as a studio musician/producer, and plays in a rock band. He is a part of 4 musical acts, releasing 6 separate albums, with 2 more in production. He has taught guitar and music theory for 2 years.
Mark believes in becoming fluent in the language of music, to provide an avenue for unbridled and authentic self-expression. He believes this is achievable for all.
From 5 years old, Mark was surrounded by music, singing in the choir and performing in church. This gave him an intuitive knowledge of music fundamentals and a drive to learn more. He wanted an instrument but it took until the age of 8 for his family to afford one – a beat up 12-string guitar.
Immediately falling in love with his first instrument, Mark taught himself everything he could by reading and gleaning knowledge from other guitarists. He began weaving this new skill into his family’s regional church performances. When an organist offered introductory piano lessons, Mark learned the fundamentals of sight-reading and scales.
When the lessons were no longer affordable, he studied at home from songbooks. It was from this self-education that Mark came across the study of music theory and composition. By age 12 he was performing original works, and by high school, he was leading praise teams! During this time his vocal training continued in school and church choirs.
As Mark approached adulthood he began to experiment with multi-track recording and MIDI instruments, opening up an entire world of musical possibilities. Currently, he composes classical scores and electronica and hip hop instrumentals, gigs as a studio musician/producer, and plays in a rock band. He is a part of 4 musical acts, releasing 6 separate albums, with 2 more in production. He has taught guitar and music theory for 2 years.
Mark believes in becoming fluent in the language of music, to provide an avenue for unbridled and authentic self-expression. He believes this is achievable for all.
Andrew Conchelos
Instructor of Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Improv/Composition, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Jazz, Beginning Piano, Workshops/Classes
Andrew Conchelos has always had a passion for performing and teaching music, and even was the director of a prominent music school! He received his education from Temple University where he majored in Trombone Performance and toured with the jazz band across the East Coast, performing on their award-winning album.
Andrew has been playing the trombone for nearly 20 years and enjoys his time playing brass instruments. His favorite genres to play, dance, and listen to are jazz, blues, and rock. Andrew has taken private lessons all throughout his musical career and continues referring to colleagues for further instruction.
In his musical career, Andrew has had the opportunity to perform with several orchestras, wind ensembles, musicals, wedding bands, big bands, and small combos. Andrew performed with several artists including Michael McDonald, Tommy Shaw, and Bruce Springsteen, to name a few.
While he has difficulty summarizing how powerful of force music has been in his life, Andrew believes music is vital to the way we think, feel, express, and socialize. It physically changes the makeup of our minds, as well as sharpens both fine and gross motor skills. Music can help children improve social skills amongst their peers, and aids their developing minds as they process emotions and safety express their feelings.
Andrew believes instructing music (both easily, and often) can become one of the best activities and experiences you can give a child (or yourself).
Andrew Conchelos
Instructor of Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Improv/Composition, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Jazz, Beginning Piano, Workshops/Classes
Andrew Conchelos has always had a passion for performing and teaching music, and even was the director of a prominent music school! He received his education from Temple University where he majored in Trombone Performance and toured with the jazz band across the East Coast, performing on their award-winning album.
Andrew has been playing the trombone for nearly 20 years and enjoys his time playing brass instruments. His favorite genres to play, dance, and listen to are jazz, blues, and rock. Andrew has taken private lessons all throughout his musical career and continues referring to colleagues for further instruction.
In his musical career, Andrew has had the opportunity to perform with several orchestras, wind ensembles, musicals, wedding bands, big bands, and small combos. Andrew performed with several artists including Michael McDonald, Tommy Shaw, and Bruce Springsteen, to name a few.
While he has difficulty summarizing how powerful of force music has been in his life, Andrew believes music is vital to the way we think, feel, express, and socialize. It physically changes the makeup of our minds, as well as sharpens both fine and gross motor skills. Music can help children improve social skills amongst their peers, and aids their developing minds as they process emotions and safety express their feelings.
Andrew believes instructing music (both easily, and often) can become one of the best activities and experiences you can give a child (or yourself).
Andrew Conchelos
Instructor of Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Improv/Composition, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Jazz, Beginning Piano, Workshops/Classes
Andrew Conchelos has always had a passion for performing and teaching music, and even was the director of a prominent music school! He received his education from Temple University where he majored in Trombone Performance and toured with the jazz band across the East Coast, performing on their award-winning album.
Andrew has been playing the trombone for nearly 20 years and enjoys his time playing brass instruments. His favorite genres to play, dance, and listen to are jazz, blues, and rock. Andrew has taken private lessons all throughout his musical career and continues referring to colleagues for further instruction.
In his musical career, Andrew has had the opportunity to perform with several orchestras, wind ensembles, musicals, wedding bands, big bands, and small combos. Andrew performed with several artists including Michael McDonald, Tommy Shaw, and Bruce Springsteen, to name a few.
While he has difficulty summarizing how powerful of a force music has been in his life, Andrew believes music is vital to the way we think, feel, express, and socialize. It physically changes the makeup of our minds, as well as sharpens both fine and gross motor skills. Music can help children improve their social skills amongst their peers, and aids their developing minds as they process emotions and safety express their feelings.
Andrew believes instructing music (both easily, and often) can become one of the best activities and experiences you can give a child (or yourself).
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