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 Betty Asher (Bassoon)
Betty has considerable performing and management experience in teaching bassoon. She taught in Los Angeles and the Bay Area where she is continuing her orchestral activities with the Peninsula Symphony, Nova Vista Symphony and the SF Composer’s Chamber Orchestra. Locally, she plays in chamber music groups and the Camellia Symphony in Sacramento. |
 Schell Barkley (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin)
Schell has been teaching guitar in the Sacramento and Placer County area for over twenty five years. One of the busiest and most popular instructors at McLaughlin’s, Schell specializes in rock, jazz, and blues studies. His creativity and affable personality are two of the main reasons Schell’s schedule is never empty. |
 Jeremy Bolt (Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba)
A graduate of Berklee School of Music in jazz composition, conductor, educator, composer and arranger Jeremy Bolt has been instructing privately for over thirteen years, helping student musicians succeed in trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba and French horn performance. Jeremy loves helping young brass players reach their potential. |
 Courtney Castaneda (Cello)
sCourtney earned her B.A. in Music with an emphasis on cello performance from UC Davis, and recently received her Master's in Celo Performance from CSU Sacramento. She has been part of the Sacramento State String Project, teaching young children in private and classroom settings for the last three years. She has also taught cello students of all ages as a professional instructor at studios in Davis and Sacramento. Her bright personality creates a warm and inviting environment for students to learn and grow.
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 Glynis Davies (Piano, Voice, Beginning Violin)
wGlynis graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies with a concentration in Vocal Performance from CSU Sacramento. She is currently a soprano and vocal soloist in Schola Cantorum in Sacramento, and sings as a freelance musician all over the Sacramento area. She received the Downbeat College Music Award for Outstanding Performance with the Sacramento State Jazz Singers. Glynis's bright and bubbly personality give her lessons a vibrant and exciting learning atmosphere. |
 Phillip DeTore (Percussion)
Professional musician Phillip DeTore is a reputable drummer in Northern California. He currently balances a busy performing schedule with various jazz projects including trios and big bands while continuing his dedication to music education through private instruction in the Placer County area. For the past five years, Phillip has also taught percussion for both Horizon and Vision Charter Schools. |
 Jason Galbraith (Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Guitar, Bass, Drums)
Jason is currently pursuing his bachelors of music degree from California State University, Sacramento. He comes to us with several years of teaching experience on a variety of instruments and styles. His education coupled with the practical working knowledge associated with “on the gig” training provides Jason with a broad pallet of experiences to draw from when teaching music to his students. Jason’s friendly outgoing personality and experience is sure to set his students as ease. |
 Holly Harrison (Violin, Viola)
Sam Holly received a Bachelors in Music from UC Davis, and a Masters in Viola Performance from CSU Sacramento. She has taught violin and viola in the Sacramento area and has also been a part of many orchestras and professional performance groups throughout California. She was the Principal Viola in both the Townshend Opera Players and the All Hallows Academy and Orchestra. Her love of teaching allows for an inspiring and educational environment for students of all ages. |
 Ryan Martell (Guitar, Bass)
Ryan has sixteen years of guitar playing experience He received formal training at local colleges and two years at the Berklee College of Music. Ryan’s kind manner enables him to teach students of all ages and levels. |
 Elizabeth McAllister (Clarinet, Saxophone)
Elizabeth holds a B.A. in clarinet performance from CSU Northridge and M.A. from LSU. She currently performs with the Capitol Chamber Players Woodwind Quintet and California Wind Orchestra. Elizabeth’s kind manner and performance experience make her perfect candidate to motivate young students to succeed. |
 Gemma McKinney (MTC Artistic Director)
A Graduate of S.F.State in Vocal Music Education, under the highly regarded tutelage of Dr. J. Habermann, Gemma traveled throughout the world with the SFSU
Chamber Singers. Also a private voice instructor for choral, opera, classical, musical theater and jazz/pop, she is able to work with all age groups. Her teaching approach is catered to each individual musical style and voice. She is vivacious, kind and well-liked by everyone. |
 Nora Nausbaum (Flute)
Nora has taught flute for 40 years and has her Masters degree from New England Conservatory of Music. She teaches beginners, intermediate and advanced players in a fun, supportive style geared to the individual. |
 Angela Roland (Piano)
Earning a Masters in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from California State University Sacramento,Angela is a gifted, caring and above all, a fun instructor for students of all ages. Angela’s musical experience and talents enable her to teach piano students through the advanced level in classical, pop and basic jazz styles. Her kind manner and friendly approach will set even the tentative student at ease. |
 Tim Stephenson (Percussion, Piano, Voice, Guitar)
Tim is a graduate from CSU Sacramento with a Bachelors in Music Performance. He is a well rounded percussionist versed in classical, jazz, rock, pop, and Latin, as well as marching techniques for both drumline and mallets. He is well versed in all styles of piano, jazz and pop vocals, and rock guitar. Tim's passion for music and teaching is evident in his versatility as a musician as well as his enthusiasm with his students. He is always positive and guides his students with patience and humor. |
 Gaw Vang (Voice, Piano, Brass, Violin, Concert Percussion)
Gaw is currently pursuing her Bachelor's of Music in Jazz Voice Performance from CSU Sacramento. She has taught in various arenas including private lessons, directing for vocal jazz ensembles at Sac State and local high schools, percussion ensemble instruction for high school marching bands, and was the visual music instructor for the Sacramento Mandarins Drum and Bugle Corps. She has peformed with the Sacramento State Jazz Singers, the award winning Blue Devils A Drum and Bugle Corps, and the Sacramento Mandarins and Bugle Corps. Her lively and enthusiastic attitude show through in her teaching and inspires students of all ages to reach their full potential. |
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