Our Instructors
Dedicated, Professional, Fun
Studio CCMA Instructors teach in public schools during school hours, and as after school elective managers. Instructors also offer private lessons in PIANO- GUITAR- VOICE-BASS guitar- DRUMS and ROCK BAND docents. All our instructors our "Livescanned" and have certification, music or teaching degree's, and or vetted professional teaching and playing experience.
When you call or contact us, let us know what your goals, or your childs goals are- and we will do our best to "match" with a like minded instructor.
call760-685-2121
or contact us from this site!
The first step- is a simple " meet n greet". No sign up or commitment. Our first goal to is to make sure you connect with your teacher. After you decide on an instructor, we can discuss a weekly time and day for 30-45 minute lessons. *Monthly tuition starts from $95.00 a month.
* Siblings,or second classes get a 15% discount.
* There is a one time $20.00 registration fee.
* There are NEVER extra costs for recitals or studio showcases
* Curriculum varies from instructor to instructor, but averages $25 every 4-6 months
* Lessons are scheduled monthly, and tuition is paid the first week of the month. Monthly commitment helps schedules, thank you.
* make-ups MAY be arranged with notice to instructor. Simple "no shows" are not made up.
*If an instructor is sick or ill, they may provide a substitute when time wont allow notice- or call for re- schedule when time allows.
Beth Vinas/ Sr. Piano Instructor, Events Coordinator
A classical pianist from UCI, Beth played in Orange County for Symphony, Opera, Ballet, Union recording sessions, Blues bands, rock bands and more. Beth is studied in the National Merit curriculum and uses its standards for her beginning to advanced students, classical and contemporary players. Most important, creating a love of music, and the confidence to play what you love! A private and public school teacher for over 15 years.
Patrick McGuire / Sr Acoustic Guitar, Piano & VoicePatrick has been teaching with Studio CCMA for 5 years, coming in with a credential from Cal Arts. His experience spans from playing and touting with professional original bands to performance in musical theatre,becoming an audition specialist, and music doecnt to studio musicians and players. He is an ideal instructor for students who want to play an instrument and sing.
John Pappas/ Sr Guitar InstructorJohn E. Pappas is a professional guitarist and music instructor in Carlsbad, CA. He lists among his top inspirations Jimmy Page, Alex Lifeson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton and David Gilmour. With over 20 years of stage and studio experience, and over 15 years teaching, John has a wealth of knowledge and ability to share with his students. John believes in teaching each student as an individual and caters his lesson plans toward the student's specific needs and interests. His primary objectives are to help them learn the fundamentals of good guitar playing and ultimately to play the music they want to play. John employs practical exercises and activities that keep realistic and attainable goals in mind. His lessons keep his students consistently motivated. His passion for music and enthusiasm for teaching show in the fun, safe, and friendly environment he provides.
Damon De La Paz/ Electric Guitar- Sr. Drum - Percussion
Jon Braithwaite/ Drum & Percussion/ Beg-Int. Piano
Mark Kroeger/ Sr. Bass Instructor
Scott McDowell/ Drum Percussion
Melissa Berringer/ Drum Line - Group Percussion
