Meet Our Instructors

Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Banjo, Ukulele, Voice, Songwriting, Bands

Available in Truckee and Tahoe City

Versatile multi-instrumentalist and working musician who makes learning feel like a jam session, inspiring students of all ages to play with confidence and joy.

Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Beg. Piano, Beg. Bass

Available in Truckee and Tahoe City

Multi-instrumentalist and performer who helps students fall in love with music through creativity, play, and expressive self-discovery.

Drums, Percussion, Mallets, Guitar, Vocals

Available in Truckee

Hall-of-Fame drummer and educator who shares his passion for rhythm and performance with students of all ages.

Piano, Voice, Ukulele

Available in Truckee

Performer and multi-instrumentalist who brings decades of experience to help students find their unique voice and enjoy their musical journey.

Violin, Viola, Cello

Available in Truckee

Professional violinist and Suzuki instructor who brings classical mastery and rock-and-roll energy to every lesson.

Piano

Available in Tahoe City

Early-childhood music specialist who nurtures a lifelong love of music through play, piano, and joyful exploration.

Flute, sax, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, Beg. piano

Available in Truckee

Award-winning band director dedicated to inspiring lifelong musicianship and helping every student discover the joy of playing.

Guitar, bass, drums

Available in Tahoe City

Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose energetic lessons inspire creativity and joy in every student.

Guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, bass guitar

Available in Truckee by Special Appointment Only

Founder of TTSM and award-winning teacher who makes learning guitar and bass approachable, fun, and confidence-building.