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​​​​​​​Aeris Waite is a classically trained opera singer and multi-instrumentalist who has been teaching music for over 5 years at all capacities. She strives at individualizing the learning experience for each student while challenging them to see things in new perspectives. Ms. Waite has performed in several major opera productions including Roméo et Juliette by Gounod, L'Elisir d'Amore by Donizetti,  and Die Zauberfl

Carlos was born and raised in El Salvador; he moved to the US with his family when he turned 10. He has two very young siblings whom he loves more than anything in the world. He was in the Chorale choir at Upland High School for 3 years and is currently a tenor for the Mt Sac Chamber Choir. Being part of this choir has given him incredible opportunities such as traveling to other countries and states to participate in prestigious competitions or perform in marvelous places like Carnegie Hall. He has received classical vocal lessons for over a year from a professional and amazing operatic vocalist, Jonathan Knauer. He is also skilled on the piano, having picked it up self-taught through his teen years before receiving any formal piano tutoring. He is a music major at Mt SAC, focused on musical composition, with a minor in music education. He is also an up-and-coming musician, singer, and songwriter, and he looks forward to expanding his musicianship and artistry skills. 

Coach Em is friendly, enthusiastic, and ready to help you learn how to play music!

Em has performed since she was a child; from class recitals to choir performances to operas, she loves it all. At California Baptist University (CBU), she performed in Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” as the Third Lady, and most recently, as Cinderella’s Stepmother and Jack’s Mom from “Into the Woods”. At CBU, she also graduated with the highest honors in the music department. 

Now that she has graduated college, she has found a new passion — teaching music! Her goal is to teach music to its fullest extent while being both informative and fun. She loves to watch her students thrive and guiding them to do so. With a background in Music Education, Em is well versed in a multitude of instruments, including voice, piano, guitar, and others. 

Coach Em is thrilled to start lessons with you, and help you grow and thrive as a musician!

Meet Jada Julianne – a music magician! She mixes Jazz, Indie, and a touch of Caribbean fun to create her very own awesome tunes. Jada's been singing since she was 3 and playing cool instruments like guitar, piano, mandolin, and ukulele since she was 11.

But wait, there's more! She's a master songwriter too. Jada even helps a famous British producer write songs. And guess what? She's super smart – she got three special degrees!

Jada's not just about music – she's a friend to kids and has been for 6 years. She believes music is like a magical, healing language that everyone can enjoy.

Get ready to dance to Jada's tunes – she's here to spread joy and music magic!

Ray Valdez is a multi-instrumentalist teacher with a bachelor's degree in History from UCLA and a minor in Ethnomusicology. He studied music and received an associate degree from Citrus College. He teaches guitar, bass guitar, piano, drums, ukulele, and voice. Ray has been playing music for more than 20 years and has been a worship leader and music director in several local churches around Los Angeles. In his spare time, Ray likes to play sports with his son, go to the gym, and walk his wiener dog.