Abraham Gomez, bass-baritone, has had the opportunity to take 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.

Alania Cordero is a San Antonio native currently studying Vocal Performance at The University of Texas at San Antonio. Ms. Cordero is a rising senior and expected to graduate in Spring 2026. She is passionate about helping others discover and develop their unique vocal abilities. She has been classically training for two years under John Nix, has appeared in UTSA Lyric Theatre productions, received awards for musical theater performance, and has performed in various choirs for 11 years. She strives to create a supportive and encouraging environment where students can learn about their voices and build confidence. Each student will have tailored lessons to each student's individual needs and goals. Ms. Cordero is excited to share her knowledge and love for music with her students and help them reach their full potential.

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Cody Prause is a Vocal Music Education student at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is from Sealy, Texas and attended Blinn Community College before transferring to UTSA. He is pursuing a career as a high school choir director after he graduates in Spring of 2026. Cody has been playing guitar since age 14 as a self-taught musician and is now teaching private lessons to build a guitar studio and help beginner to intermediate guitarists reach a new level with their instruments! 

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!

Quinn Tidwell is a saxophonist in the San Antonio area and currently studies at UTSA. Although his primary instrument is the saxophone, he also plays guitar, clarinet, and

flute. Quinn currently maintains a private music studio and offers lessons for all ages at beginner and intermediate levels. His philosophy as a musician is that a player should develop their internal and mental abilities for music and then connect their chosen instrument to those skills. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, Quinn worked in mental health therapy as a case worker for clients and groups with the Heart of Texas Behavioral Network in Waco and Hillsboro, Texas. Since moving to San Antonio, he began a post baccalaureate degree in music at UTSA and is soon to graduate. While pursuing this degree, he is also working as a fine arts assistant for the School of Music doing audio engineering, instrument repair, and music library management. Quinn ultimately wants to combine music

performance with mental health through Music Therapy and in the developing field of Music in Health.