UCLA

Bio: Dr. James has a Doctor of Music from Yale University and teaches at UCLA. More than just ivory and ebony, the piano is an instrument of boundless storytelling – and I've dedicated the last 40 years to helping students find their unique voice through its keys. As an award-winning pianist myself, I bring both experience and a deep passion to every lesson, guiding students of all levels to reach their full musical potential. Let's embark on a rewarding journey of musical discovery together!

Bio: Hi! I’m Dean—a pianist, songwriter, and music producer from Seattle, Washington. I’ve been playing piano professionally for over 13 years and was fortunate to further my musical studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a dual degree in Music Production & Engineering and Songwriting. During my time at Berklee, I had the privilege of studying piano under esteemed professors such as Laszlo Gardony and Alain Mallet. After graduation, I moved to Los Angeles to continue pursuing my musical career and share my knowledge with people just like you! I have experience in a wide range of styles, including pop, R&B, jazz, and classical. Additionally, I’ve spent years working with keyboards and synthesizers, developing a specialty in them—so if that’s your interest, I’ve got you covered there too! I’m incredibly passionate about music and teaching, and I’m genuinely excited to get to know you and help you on your musical journey!

Bio: My passion for music extends beyond playing—it's about sharing the joy of creating. As a music producer with 7 years of teaching experience, I guide students of all levels to find their unique voice through piano. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

Bio: I have been playing piano for 18 years and have taught it to student of various ages, from children to adults. My approach is judgement free and focused on the individual goals of each student!

Bio: Robin is the Wind Conductor of the Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (YOLA) at Inglewood under the Los Angeles Philharmonic. She is also the founder and conductor of the Mission Philharmonic and Mission Wind Ensemble, where she is dedicated to fostering music education and appreciation in Riverside through free concerts and community outreach. Her conducting experience spans orchestras, wind ensembles, and opera, including her work with the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Opera at California Baptist University. As a performer, she has played with distinguished ensembles such as the World Youth Wind Symphony and the FMEA All-State Symphonic Band. In addition to her work on the podium, Robin has held arts administration roles, serving as Orchestra Manager for the Sewanee Symphony and Artist Liaison for the National Repertory Orchestra. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Instrumental Conducting at California Baptist University and holds a Bachelor of Music in piano and flute performance from Florida Southern College.

Bio: My name is Gabriel Rojas. I’m a young film composer, pianist and cellist. I’ve been playing piano for 14 years and cello for 8 years…classically trained on both. I have 9 years of teaching experience and I am passionate about and dedicated to forging personal authentic relationships with students and families while ensuring a well rounded and high quality learning experience for any students I have. I graduated from westmont college with a bachelors degree in music composition and have recently acquired a masters degree in screen scoring from the Jacob’s school of music. I’m excited to work with you!

Bio: Unlocking musical potential is my passion. With 21 years experience teaching piano and concert performance experience, I offer a supportive environment to help students of all levels achieve their goals. Let's embark on a fulfilling musical journey together.

Bio: As an award-winning pianist, I bring two decades of experience to every lesson. My passion is nurturing musical talent and helping students of all levels unlock their potential at the piano. Let's embark on a fun and fulfilling musical journey together!