Board of Directors
I have a Ph.D. in Music Composition from UCSB, where I co-initiated an improvisation ensemble (e.p.I.c.) and won 7 awards in composition. At UCSB, I was a teaching assistant for both Music Theory and Musicianship (Ear-Training). I have been teaching piano and composition since 1999. Many of my students have won awards for their improvisations and compositions in the PTA Reflections competitions; several of them have advanced to the state level.
I teach technique and theory related to repertoire, encouraging application of these skills and styles through improvisation and composition.
I teach technique and theory related to repertoire, encouraging application of these skills and styles through improvisation and composition.
Degree from Academy of the Fine Arts in Tirane, Albania. Maintains a large studio of award-winning students, performs as Sadigursky-Ervin piano duo and the Luminoso quartet, and is on the board of T.O. Phil and Sara Compinsky master class series.
B.M. in Piano Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. M.M. from the University of California in Santa Barbara with an emphasis in Piano Ensemble. Bradley has served as Corresponding Secretary and Vice President for the MTAC Conejo Valley, and has served as an adjudicator for the MTAC “Certificate of Merit” program.
Doctor of Musical Arts with Major in Piano Performance
University of Southern California, Los Angeles
(minor fields in Piano Pedagogy and Music Education)
University of Southern California, Los Angeles
(minor fields in Piano Pedagogy and Music Education)
Fredric Beerstein, oboe instructor at California Lutheran University, has been a member of the New West Symphony since it’s inception in 1995. From 1984 to 1994 he was the principal oboe of the Bakersfield Symphony. Other professional experiences include Los Angeles film and commercial recording as well as performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra. Teaching experience includes 17 seasons at the Summer Program of the Idyllwild Arts Academy, Bocal Majority/Operation oboe Summer Camps and a large private studio.
Debbie Siemer offers piano instruction to all ages and levels. Lessons include training in theory, history, composition, ear training and preparation for Certificate of Merit. Several of her students have become successful music educators themselves.
Debbie has a BA in music from UCSB and a MA in Humanities with an emphasis on Music History from CSUDH.
She has been a Certificate of Merit adjudicator, assistant editor of the California Music Teachers magazine, served on the MTAC State Board of Directors, and is past president of the MTAC Conejo Valley Branch.
Debbie has a BA in music from UCSB and a MA in Humanities with an emphasis on Music History from CSUDH.
She has been a Certificate of Merit adjudicator, assistant editor of the California Music Teachers magazine, served on the MTAC State Board of Directors, and is past president of the MTAC Conejo Valley Branch.
Classical Piano teacher in Thousand Oaks for 30 years. Also a trained teacher in the Suzuki Method. Member and Certificate of Merit Director for MTAC Conejo Valley.
Studied Violin/Viola at CSUN & Arizona State University; played in several orchestras: Phoenix, Santa Barbara, & Thousand Oaks Philharmonic; Evaluator for MTAC; teaches at CSUCI & in Thousand Oaks.
Susan Mastrolonardo completed her diploma in piano performance with the Royal Schools of Music and graduated summa cum laude with her BS and MBA from Arizona State University. She enjoys teaching piano to students of all ages and levels. Her teaching philosophy embodies a famous quote by J.S. Bach: “The final aim and reason of all music is nothing other than the glorification of God and the refreshment of the spirit.”
B.M. Piano Performance – San Francisco Conservatory of Music. M.A. – the University of California, Santa Barbara with an emphasis in Piano Ensemble. Member of the “Gerbert & Gregory Piano Duo.” Has served as a MTAC Certificate of Merit ® evaluator. Established in 1986 the Gerbert & Gregory Piano Studio, Thousand Oaks. Certificate of Website Design — University of California, Santa Barbara, “just getting my feet wet.”
Festival and Event Chairs
Classical Piano teacher in Thousand Oaks for 30 years. Also a trained teacher in the Suzuki Method. Member and Certificate of Merit Director for MTAC Conejo Valley.
Studied Violin/Viola at CSUN & Arizona State University; played in several orchestras: Phoenix, Santa Barbara, & Thousand Oaks Philharmonic; Evaluator for MTAC; teaches at CSUCI & in Thousand Oaks.
Received B.M. Voice Performance from Florida State University, and M.M. Music Theatre Performance, Opera emphasis, from Arizona State University. Voice and piano teacher at Iced Pita Music Lessons in Thousand Oaks, which she owns with her husband.
Graduate of Drake University. Former member of Los Angeles Philharmonic. Faculty of Southern California Conservatory of Music over 30 years. Member of American Federation of Musicians Local 47 and National Flute Association.
23 years teaching experience. It is Emily’s passion to pass on the love of music to the next generation. Welcomes students of all ages and levels.
M.A. from University of Hong Kong.
Diploma in piano pedagogy from Royal Schools of Music, UK.
Currently active as member of MTAC, children’s choir accompanist, and worship team pianist.
M.A. from University of Hong Kong.
Diploma in piano pedagogy from Royal Schools of Music, UK.
Currently active as member of MTAC, children’s choir accompanist, and worship team pianist.
Degree from Academy of the Fine Arts in Tirane, Albania. Maintains a large studio of award-winning students, performs as Sadigursky-Ervin piano duo and the Luminoso quartet, and is on the board of T.O. Phil and Sara Compinsky master class series.
Susan Mastrolonardo completed her diploma in piano performance with the Royal Schools of Music and graduated summa cum laude with her BS and MBA from Arizona State University. She enjoys teaching piano to students of all ages and levels. Her teaching philosophy embodies a famous quote by J.S. Bach: “The final aim and reason of all music is nothing other than the glorification of God and the refreshment of the spirit.”
Michael Preddy, B.A. & M.M., University of Houston. CM & NGPT. Career: conductor/pianist for The Smothers Brothers; twenty-plus-year experience teaching both jazz and classical piano & theory.
Ann Erwin holds music degrees from the University of Southern California and the University of California at San Diego. She was also awarded Annette Kade and Harriet Hale Woolley fellowships to study the flute in Paris. Currently principal flutist of the Classics Philharmonic and a member of the Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra, Ms. Erwin has also performed with the San Diego Symphony and Opera Orchestras, New Hampshire Music Festival Orchestra, and many other organizations. She welcomes flute students of all ages and levels.
Michael’s music has been described by the LA Times as “…awash with pain and promise.” He has won numerous prizes for his works including the Mancini Prize in Film Music at UCLA where he received his MFA in Music. He studied concert music and film scoring with Paul Chihara, Ian Krouse and Roger Bourland and has been privileged enough to have attended lectures and master-classes by Charles Fox, Bruce Broughton, Michael Dana, Alf Clauson, Christophe Beck, Steven Mackey and John Adams. He received his MA in Music from UCLA and BM in Composition from Cal State University Northridge.
Fredric Beerstein, oboe instructor at California Lutheran University, has been a member of the New West Symphony since it’s inception in 1995. From 1984 to 1994 he was the principal oboe of the Bakersfield Symphony. Other professional experiences include Los Angeles film and commercial recording as well as performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra. Teaching experience includes 17 seasons at the Summer Program of the Idyllwild Arts Academy, Bocal Majority/Operation oboe Summer Camps and a large private studio.
Katya started her music education in St. Petersburg, Russia and graduated from the Cal Plan program administered by MTAC. She teaches kids and adults of all ages, is dedicated to continuous learning through professional workshops and numerous music education programs and enjoys working with her colleagues at MTAC various events. Katya runs theory and piano performance workshops for groups at her studio, is involved with music programs at her church, tutors at a local Classical Education homeschooling community and specializes in coaching piano ensembles.
Piano teacher Newbury Park. BA SDSU. CM Adjudicator. Past MTAC State Board and Conejo Valley President. Singer, Songwriter, Dancer.
B.M. in Piano Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. M.M. from the University of California in Santa Barbara with an emphasis in Piano Ensemble. Bradley has served as Corresponding Secretary and Vice President for the MTAC Conejo Valley and is an adjudicator for the “Certificate of Merit” program.
Essential Advisors
Susan Mastrolonardo completed her diploma in piano performance with the Royal Schools of Music and graduated summa cum laude with her BS and MBA from Arizona State University. She enjoys teaching piano to students of all ages and levels. Her teaching philosophy embodies a famous quote by J.S. Bach: “The final aim and reason of all music is nothing other than the glorification of God and the refreshment of the spirit.”
Sponsors
Our branch events and programs are sponsored by various community businesses. Our sponsors may provide venues, instruments, music, and expertise. We value their support and look forward to continuing our collaboration. We encourage you to support their businesses by using their goods and services whenever possible, and we thank you in advance.