Abraham Gomez, bass-baritone, currently it working towards his   B. M. in Vocal Performance at The University of Texas at San Antonio. He studies voice under the direction of Crystal Jarrell Johnson. 

At UTSA, he has been a part of Lyric Theater where he has performed roles such as Frid in A Little Night's Music, El Ogro in El Gato con Botas, Masetto in Don Giovanni, and scene or chorus roles. He has also premiered and performed new compositions by composers such as Wesley Uchiyama-Penix, Jordan Green, Aiden Ramos, and Elijah Koopman. He can be seen seeking performance opportunities in the San Antonio area. Some solo performances include Texas Public Radio's Classical Connections, UT Health Music & Medicine Benefit Concert, and San Antonio Community Orchestra's seasonal content.

Abraham focuses on science-evidence based teaching. His training at UTSA includes the vocal pedagogy course, supervised by John Nix. He has done a voice teaching fellowship in Indiana for a music festival, where he performed and gained valuable knowledge in teaching a classroom for voice and private lessons. He intends to pursue a Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy to further his interest in voice and continues to seek out performance opportunities.

Described by Soundboard Magazine as a "flawless musician, filled to the brim with polished technique," GRAMMY™-nominated guitarist, arranger, and recording artist Alejandro Montiel has enjoyed a performing career that has taken him throughout the United States, Mexico, China, Central and South America, and Europe. He is a founding member of both the Texas Guitar Quartet and Duo Fortis.

A champion of new works for guitar, Alejandro has premiered music by Joseph V. Williams, Mark Cruz, John Truitt, Donald Grantham, Graham Reynolds, and Samuel Zyman. His work includes performing in the U.S. premiere of Andy Pape’s opera Houdini the Great; collaborating with cellist Bion Tsang on a new score by Joseph Williams for Alfred Hitchcock’s silent film The Lodger; and participating in the 2015 world premiere of Nico Muhly’s How Little You Are for chamber choir and guitar ensemble. 

More recently, Alejandro gave the Houston premiere of Clarice Assad’s seminal Three Sketches for two guitars and violin, as well as the Louisiana, Kentucky, and Texas premieres—and the Peruvian premiere—of Joaquín Rodrigo’s rarely performed masterpiece Concierto Madrigal for two guitars and orchestra.

In addition to his work as a regularly invited artist, adjudicator, and clinician at guitar festivals throughout the United States, Dr. Montiel has been a dedicated educator for nearly twenty years. He has held faculty positions at Sam Houston State University and the Lone Star College System and is currently on the faculty at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he directs the award‑winning UTSA Guitar Ensemble.

A sought‑after chamber musician across Texas, Dr. Montiel has collaborated with artists and ensembles including the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Conspirare, soprano Estelí Gómez, the Line Upon Line Percussion Group, violinist Jennifer Choi, flutists Julee Kim‑Walker, Rachel Wolf, and Lauren Zwonick, clarinetist Håkan Rosengren, cellists Louis‑Marie Fardet, Daniel Saenz, and Carlos Prieto, and pianist Michael Zuraw. He has also appeared on multiple recordings, including the Texas Guitar Quartet’s critically acclaimed debut album RED and its follow‑up, ICON.

I love the power of music in bringing joy to our lives, and how Let’s Play Music brings that joy to children and families as we learn together! I grew up playing the flute and piano, participating in orchestras and choirs through high school and college, and got my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood. I've taught piano for 8 years, and I’ve had 4 children go through this program and am so excited to play with these kids and teach and share a program I’ve grown to love! 

 Cheryl completed her initial 200-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training in 2020 and continued her studies the following year to earn her RYT-500 certification. In addition to being a dedicated yoga instructor, she is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who thoughtfully integrates her clinical expertise with her passion for holistic wellness.

Cheryl beautifully weaves together her love for Christ and her commitment to mental health, creating classes that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. She currently teaches both a Chair Yoga class and a Gentle Flow mat class, offering supportive and accessible options for students at every level.

Cheryl celebrates the truth that each person is unique and beautifully created. Her classes honor and warmly welcome every individual, fostering a safe, compassionate, and inclusive space for all.

Jen Wentlandt is a local literacy tutor and 13-year veteran of the middle school English classroom. She specializes in standardized test preparation and individualized reading and writing support, using a non-traditional approach that emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement. In addition to PSAT and SAT prep, Jennifer offers summer workshops in creative writing, art history, speech and debate, and non-fiction research and rhetorical skills. She combines expertise with a student-centered approach, helping learners develop both academic skills and confidence.

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Kieley Simonsen Morales is a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Masters Degree in Piano Performance/Pedagogy and Organ Performance. She also holds a Bachelors Degree in Piano Performance from Centenary College of Louisiana. Throughout her academic career, Kieley has had the privilege of studying piano pedagogy with Ivan Hurd, organ with S. Andrew Lloyd, and piano with Kasandra Keeling, Ross Smith, and Cathy DeRousse. While at the University of Texas at San Antonio, Kieley held a Graduate Assistantship in Collaborative Piano, where she played for multiple operas and taught Class Piano as a Graduate Assistant Instructor. Kieley has also performed in various masterclasses with renowned keyboardists, including Ludmila Berlinskaya, Arthur Ancelle, and Jean-Baptiste Robin.

Kieley maintains a private studio of piano students and also particularly enjoys teaching group classes for adult beginner piano students. Helping people of any age realize that it's never to late to learn a new skill is always so rewarding.

Kieley works full time at University Methodist Church as the Assistant Director of Traditional Music and as the Administrator for the University Fine Arts Center.

Hello! My name is Lauren Logan. I’m honored to teach and be a part of the Fine Arts Center here at University Methodist Church! It’s a joy to be part of such a welcoming and growing musical community.

I hold a B.A. in Violin Performance from UTSA and have been teaching private lessons for over ten years. I’m Suzuki trained and specialize in violin and viola, while also teaching beginner to intermediate cello, bass, and piano. My teaching style is flexible, intuitive, and student-centered. I tailor lessons to meet each student’s energy, curiosity, and goals. Whether we’re preparing for auditions, exploring technique, or simply making joyful music.

As someone with ADHD, I bring a creative and adaptive approach to every session. I love supporting students of all learning styles, including neurodiverse learners and those with special needs. Every student deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered in their musical journey.

Many of my students have gone on to achieve placements in region orchestras, YOSA, and leadership roles like concertmaster. I’m deeply invested in helping students grow not just as musicians, but as confident, expressive individuals.

I've loved music since I was born. It has been a big part of my life. Nothing can motivate, soothe, excite or comfort more than MUSIC!!! I wanted my children to have the best music education experience available to them. When I found Let's Play Music, it wasn't available in my area. Coming from a musical background I decided to apply to become a Let's Play Music Teacher. I am now certified to teach all 3 years. My children have enjoyed class, practicing, singing, learning and playing music. I have loved the chance to share this with other families and watch the eyes of the children light up when they make a musical connection in their minds. The first few years are the most important. I love that Let's Play Music takes full advantage of the early years when children best able to retain the complex musical concepts we teach through play.

I am a piano instructor with an extensive background in piano studies and performance, voice studies and voice performance. I studied private piano lessons throughout my primary and secondary education. I have a Bachelor’s of Music from Southwest Texas State University. Piano is my primary instrument and voice my secondary instrument. I hold Bachelor of Science in Music Ed from Southwest Texas State University. My area of study includes teaching both primary and secondary students, pre-k thru 12th grade. I teach children and adults, beginning piano thru advanced, (piano levels 1-5). I use holistic approach with each student. 

Private lessons are structured with thought given to each student’s learning style. I incorporate various teaching techniques that encourage creative thought. Learning to play piano is best accomplished by learning all components of musical study, including music theory and music education, I believe that learning to play music is an essential part of maintaining a healthy and well-balanced life. Music is the universal language that unites communities around the world. Music is culture.

Music teaches students, (children and adults), how to listen, how to focus, how to learn, how to work together, encourages achievement, increases creativity and success. I encourage my students and help them grow, as they learn and explore the world of musical expression through piano studies. I look forward to teaching you soon!