DAVID MONTOYA ZARATE: WOODWIND

David Montoya has been involved in the music community for the past 8 years. He specializes in teaching flute, clarinet, and saxophone to students of all ages. He has coached for various different schools including: Mission Hills High, La Costa Meadows Elementary, Aviara Oaks Middle, and Pacific Ridge School and is currently a group and private lesson instructor for San Diego Music Studio.

David performs regularly as a multi-woodwind player for different types of settings like musical theater, symphony orchestras, wind ensembles, and various solo instrument and choir events. 

He has been apprenticing to become an instrument repair technician for the past 5 years and has experience repairing various different woodwind and brass instruments. 

KOJI BRYSON: CLARINET

Koji was introduced to the clarinet when he was in sixth grade, and has stood by it ever since. During high school he began to explore other instruments, not only to further his understanding of musicianship in general but also to understand the relationship of the different voices in a variety of ensembles. His experience as a percussionist and pianist in several group and solo contexts has sharpened and widened his musical capabilities.

Now Koji seeks most importantly to constantly improve and share his knowledge and passion with growing musicians. He believes that a passion for music is intrinsic to the soul, and that everyone is capable of reaching new heights in music with the right guidance and support.