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Boys in Guitar Class

Joliet Instructors

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We are a small and supportive team of passionate music educators, who believe wholeheartedly in creating outstanding musical experiences for each of our students. We want to educate, inspire and excite our students by teaching good technique, tailoring lessons to each student’s personality and preferences, and preparing students for opportunities to perform for friends, family and our community.

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Heather King

Studio Director, Voice, & Piano

Heather has been teaching piano and voice for over twenty years and is passionate about empowering students to boldly embrace their love of music, which is the mission of Simply Music. She and her husband [. . .]

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Audrey Schmidt

Guitar & Piano

Audrey began her musical journey at age 9, starting with piano before moving on to trumpet and guitar. She fell in love with jazz while playing guitar in her school’s jazz band and discovered a passion for musicals while performing [. . .]

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Caleb King

Social Media, Staff Relations, Guitar & Ukulele

Caleb is a musician, illustrator and writer who makes his home in Joliet with his wife Heather, children Hayden and Lincoln, French bulldog Jazz, and ornery cat Richard. Caleb has played guitar for over 25 years, extensively [. . .]

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Carol Colonelli

Violin, Voice, & Piano

Carol's bio is coming soon!

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Dawn Cousins

Piano & Voice

Dawn has a degree in Music Education and an Illinois Teaching Certificate. She ran a piano studio in New Lenox for over 20 years and has taught music, choir, and class piano in public schools. She's especially passionate about [. . .]

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Erik Olson

Piano, Electric Bass, & Double Bass

Erik Olson is a producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist from the Chicagoland area.  A 5th generation concert pianist, he began studying with Linda Poquette while garnering a relationship with Lewis University. [. . .]

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Jennifer Barrett

Voice

Mezzo-soprano Jennifer Barrett has been teaching music in various locations for over 20 years.  She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Music Education from North Central College, a Master of Arts in Vocal Pedagogy from [. . .]

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Lynn Reyes

Piano

Lynn Pisha Reyes is a dedicated pianist, music educator, and composer with a lifelong passion for music. She began piano at age three, recognized early for her perfect pitch. With classical composer Franz Lehár as [. . .] 

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Mason Parker

Guitar, Ukulele, & Bass Guitar

Mason began playing guitar at thirteen, inspired by heavy metal bands like Pantera, Lamb of God, and Metallica. His influences extend across genres, including jazz, blues, and indie. Alongside performing, Mason finds joy in teaching  [. . .]

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Michael Kovach

Drums

Michael has been drumming since the age of two, influenced by classic rock bands such as Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, and Aerosmith. Joining the band in high school further developed his skills and broadened his exposure to different [. . .]

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Micole Johnson

Studio Admin & Saxophone

Micole is a musician who has been playing alto saxophone and piano for over a decade. She is also a music producer and publishing assistant with a Bachelor's Degree in Digital Audio [. . .]

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Mick Murray

Guitar, Ukulele, & Bass

Mick has been playing guitar for over 20 years. He loves spending time with his three children and wife of 15 years. For over a decade, he has been the worship pastor at Crossroads Christian Church in Joliet, where he leads the [. . .]

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Nick Meadows

Guitar, Bass, Drums, Ukulele. & Piano

Nick began his musical journey at age 14, starting with piano before expanding his skills over the past seven years to include guitar, bass, drums, and flute. Through private lessons, recitals, and live performances  [. . .]

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