Music Instructors
Tammy Nijssen 760-247-0690
Tammy teaches piano, and has played the piano since was 6 years old. She studied piano privately for 15 years with various piano teachers, and has continued to study music, take college music courses, accompany church choirs, and play keyboard in praise bands. She has performed as a soloist and accompanist for weddings and other various settings, and currently leads congregational worship at her church. Tammy loves all styles or music, and enjoys teaching beginning, to intermediate students.
Glenda N. 760-792-8123
Glenda began studying piano in 1976 and attended college on a music scholarship. Earning her second bachelor of arts in Music Education, she is currently working on her master's degree in Piano Performance. Her program incorporates various accepted methods of piano pedagogy and standard piano repertoire. She has taught piano and music theory in college and privately, since 1986. Her emphasis is classical, but she teaches all styles of music. Glenda offers a balanced curriculum that includes various music styles, ear training, sight reading, music theory and rhythmic studies. All studentsare offered incentive-based learning and skill development, offering awards and prizes for achievement. Glenda is also available for private engagements, such as weddings, memorial services, studio recordings, etc.
Sylvia Tu 951-522-1970
Sylvia’s first musical training was on the piano as a young child and she developed a love for the guitar as a teenager. She completed her Masters Degree in guitar performance in 2005 and is currently working on her Doctoral Degree in guitar performance at Claremont Graduate University. She teaches both piano and guitar and enjoys working with students of all ability levels.
Diane Norcott 760-951-7589
Diane teaches piano and violin. She is a trained & certified as a Suzuki teacher & also teaches “traditional” lessons. She is currently a faculty member at the Claremont School of Music and is the High Desert/ Inland Empire District Chairman for the National Federation’s Jr. Music Festival. She teaches students of all ages (3 to adult) and levels (beginning through early advanced) and provides a highly stimulating, motivating environment for students, with a vast musical library and frequent performances (both casual & formal). She holds students accountable to their personal best while encouraging students to believe in their ability to succeed as she tailors the lesson for the needs of the individual. Students participate in annual theory examinations & performance adjudications. In addition to private lessons, Diane offers Music Theory/ Ensemble Workshops for her students.Angela Young 760-486-1730Angela Young is a performing artist, arranger, composer, and music teacher, with over 30 years as a piano and vocal instructor. Mrs. Young started playing piano at the age of four under the tutelage of her parents who also majored in music. Mrs. Young earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and Single Subject Music Credentials at Cal State San Bernardino. Mrs. Young has served as music director, organist, pianist, and choir director of several churches. Mrs. Young has also played professionally with bands of various genres of music as lead keyboards, and background vocals. Mrs. Young works well with the adults and children. She believes that music is an important part of education as it lends itself to helping students especially in the areas of language arts and math. Mrs. Young feels that private instruction is extremely valuable due to the comfortable atmosphere, and individualized instruction that is customized for each student. Mrs. Young further believes that music is a wonderful outlet where students may express themselves, and have fun as they discover the wonderful world of music. Email @ musiclady92301@yahoo.com
Aaron Parker 760-887-2647
Aaron Parker teaches acoustic and electric guitar as well as bass guitar. Aaron has 15 years experience as a professional musician and 10 years as a teacher. Aaron teaches various styles of music including Jazz, Blues, Rock and R&B. Aaron also stresses the importance of technique, reading skills, theory and ear training. Aaron has taught students from ages 3 to 70 and provides them with the ability to teach themselves.
"Guitar and bass is way, way better than piano!"
Ronny Pollock 760-514-8839
Ronny has been playing guitar for over 20 years, and professionally since the age of 18. He has even played to audiences overseas, as far away as the United Kingdom. Officially endorsed as an artist by Martin guitars, you may have heard Ronny’s music on Los Angeles television, Inland Empire radio, or in several commercials which he has written and produced himself. Mr. Pollock accepts students of any skill level, from beginners on. He specializes in rock, alternative, and reggae instruction, but can also get you started in blues and jazz as well. Ronny does not honor Toms Startup Special.
Matt Cahow 909-520-3760
Matt’s first experiences with guitar were in folk music. He later developed a love for the classical guitar and decided to pursue it as a profession. He has both his Bachelors and Masters Degree’s in guitar performance and began working on his PhD in Musicology in the Fall of 2006. He believes music should be enjoyable and challenging at the same time and helps students find that balance.
Javier Alcantara-Rojas
559-367-6495Javire Alcantara-Rojas is a nationally recognized teacher of Flamenco and Classical guitar. His teachers have included Corey Whitehead, Juan Serrano, Manolo Sanlucar, Gerardo Nunez and others. He has studied flamenco guitar in Spain, classical guitar in Italy, and has participated in multiple guitar festivals and master classes. He holds an AA and AFA from Victor Valley College and a BA in General Music Education from Fresno Stare. He is a brother on Phi Mu alpha Sinfonia National music fraternity.
“I teach music, on the guitar” - JAR
Andrew Crosswhite 760-985-2758Andrew found a love for playing the drums toward the beginning of high school. He began, and has continued playing and performing in churches and at summer camps since high school. Andrew has studied with some of the biggest names in the High Desert, as well as the Hollywood/LA area. He recently graduated with an AA from the world famous Musicians Institute of Hollywood, Where he was trained in technique, reading, jazz, Latin percussion, rock, funk, blues and country. He enjoys teaching and studying all styles of music at all levels
Ed Pajarito 760-662-3910
Ed’s first experience with the guitar was at the age of 16. He has been teaching for 5 years here in the high desert. He specializes in rock guitar with an emphasis on music theory and how to apply that theory in music. He does teach a mean geeeeeetar!!
Lessons are only $70.00 for four private 30 minute sessions.
Times and days are to be arranged individually at a time that is convenient for both you and your teacher.
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