Instructors
The right teacher makes all the difference…
Our teachers are dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of music in each student, training them in the fundamentals while guiding them on a fulfilling artistic journey. We carefully select passionate and skilled instructors, many of whom are professionals that perform regularly and/or have college degrees in music.
Music Teachers, $140/month
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Noah Harling
Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Rock Bands
Noah Harling has been playing and teaching guitar, bass, and piano since age 12. He has primarily played in the jazz, folk, and punk scenes, but Noah’s admiration of musicians from a wide range of other genres leads to an open minded method of teaching. Noah is excited to share his knowledge after several years of honing his skills.
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Sophia Nelson
Violin
Sophia has been playing the violin for over fifteen years. She has learned from top violinists in southern Arizona and attended violin programs, intensive music camps, and workshops. She has played for events and performances both as a soloist, in orchestras, and in chamber music programs. She has dabbled in piano, voice and saxophone, as well as composing music, and her love for violin has continued as she enjoys playing and teaching this wonderful instrument.
Sophia finds joy in helping her students reach their goals in playing music while learning and improving from the twists and turns along the way. Her goal is to make music understandable and enjoyable--no matter where in life the student may be. Music is a blessing, it is never too early or too late to learn!
Mentors, $160/month
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Lindzey Autumn
Guitar, Songwriting, Voice
During Lindzey’s elementary years she studied under a seasoned orchestra violinist in San Francisco. She participated in a church choir several years in a row. Her parents, avid music listeners, played music out loud daily which gave Lindzey a wide and eclectic musical palette. With that foundation, she started songwriting and playing acoustic guitar at 13. In highschool Lindzey spent the majority of her free time cultivating her vocal capabilities, songwriting skills and live performance. She joined the Idaho Songwriters Association and connected with the community through open mic events throughout the Treasure Valley.
After graduating high school Lindzey dove head first into a full time music career. She has played hundreds of professional live performances throughout Idaho and has toured regionally in California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada and Montana. She has studied vocal technique under professionals affiliated with Opera Idaho. She is affiliated with Jukebox Boise, Tree City Soul, Idaho Songwriters Association, and has played multiple benefit events for mental health outreach organizations like Boise Hive.
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Teo Cano
Bass, Guitar, Jazz Combos
Teo Cano is currently studying both music education and Instrumental Performance at Northwest Nazarene University, with a noticeable involvement in the local music scene. Whether it's jazz, rock, worship, funk, gospel, metal, or even country, he's seen it and played it. Seeking to expand his knowledge and extend his understanding, he currently takes his own private lessons under professional musicians, such as the principal bassist for the Boise Philharmonic.
Masters - $180/Month
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Jocelyn Schroeder
Cello, Piano
Jocelyn Schroeder completed her BM in Cello Performance at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and studied the Kodály Concept of Music Education at the Kodály Institute in Hungary. She received two levels of Suzuki String Pedagogy training and has taught cello and piano lessons at the NSA Conservatory of Music in Moscow, ID. Besides teaching, she performs regularly, has played with various symphony orchestras and has over a decade of chamber music experience. When Jocelyn is not making music, you can find her backpacking in the wilderness with her husband.
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Casey Christopher
Trombone, Chamber Ensembles
Dr. Casey Christopher earned his Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Trombone Performance from Arizona State University in 1996. As a performer, he has played with the Phoenix Symphony, the Boise Philharmonic Orchestra, and the prestigious Summit Brass. As a teacher, he served as Professor of Music for 22 years at Northwest Nazarene University, where he built music industry and jazz programs. He now serves as Chief Musician at The King’s Congregation in Meridian, Idaho. Despite many credentials, Dr. Christopher remains primarily committed to the deep joy found in exploring the language of music with students of all ages.
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Nick Monteiro
piano, jazz, songwriting, drums, band classes
Nickolas Monteiro earned his bachelor's degree in Piano Performance from Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, ID. He also studied Songwriting and Performance at The Contemporary Music Center in Nashville. Nick has performed thousands of live shows, both in the Treasure Valley and across the U.S., Brazil, and China. Since 2023, Nick has taught over 100 music students and led masterclasses at the College of Idaho, Northwest Nazarene University, and local high schools. Nick is currently the owner of Monteiro Studios Music School and performs weekly at Chandlers and Hotel Renegade in Boise.
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Megan Monteiro
piano, flute, beginning guitar, ukulele, elementary music classes
Megan Monteiro grew up surrounded by music in all areas of life: around the dinner table, with her church congregation, and every day at school. She began formal piano training at age 5, later adding flute, voice, guitar, ukulele, and eventually viola. In 2020, at 18, she graduated with a degree in Music Industry from Northwest Nazarene University, where she managed the jazz program and led a two-week tour to China. She transitioned to full-time teaching in 2021, providing private lessons to over 50 students and leading elementary music classes at the Independent Learning Academy, Ethos Academy, and The Ambrose School. Committed to ongoing professional growth, she is currently pursuing Kodály Levels training. Megan also co-founded Monteiro Studios Music School with her husband, Nick. Above all, her most rewarding role is as a wife to Nick and mother to their daughter, Eileen.
*NOTE*
Any student can sign up with any tier of teacher. Music Teacher, Mentor, and Master refers to the overall experience level of each instructor. For example, beginner students may sign up for lessons with Masters and advanced students may sign up with Music Teachers.