Terry Longhway Cheif Music Officer
Terry was born unto a world of music, and before he knew which way was up, he was listening to his Dad’s Beatles and Hendrix albums, and dancing around the living room to Rod Stewart and The Average White Band. His Mom taught Guitar and Piano professionally, and her format for teaching young Terry these instruments would forge the musical...Read More
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Ray Kidd Music Director
Ray Kidd entered the world of music at the age of 5 when his mom married a music/youth minister. He took lessons in guitar, and was performing in church before the age of 10. From there he taught himself piano, bass, drums, and really anything he could get his hands on. His love for music grew, and by the age of 13 he had started a...Read More
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Kristin Leigh Manager
Kristin used to be a pop, solo-artist, and she wrote a book of poetry. She was classicly trained on vocals and piano, then self taught Guitar, Bass, Drums & Ukulele. She loves teaching kids & playing music, but has decided she's such a crazy organized lady, that managing is better suited for her. She worked for Warner...Read More
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Hunter Johnston Instructor: Bass, Guitar & Rehearsals
Born and raised in North Texas, Hunter Johnston has been passionate about music for most of is life. Growing up, his parents introduced him to great artists ranging from Willie Nelson to Pink Floyd. When he was only ten years old, he entered the elusive world of playing music when he joined his Elementary Orchestra. ...Read More
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Andrew Sudderth Instructor: Vocals, Guitar, Rehearsals
Andrew commands audiences of thousands with one of the most powerful voices in Rock n Roll today. With his band, Fair to Midland, he has toured the world, and has landed in our school once again. When we opened this SoR in 2009, Andrew was one of our first vocal teachers. He had to take a leave of absence for about a year to go on tour full time...Read More
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Jerry Drew Instructor: Guitar, Bass, 101
Born in upstate NY and raised in Central Texas, Jerry fell in love with rock music when he was 7 years old. An uncle gave him a pile of KISS records and a couple guitars, and the hook was set.
It wasn’t until Jerry was around 16 when he really started to play guitar and start working in bands. He moved to Dallas after finishing up...Read More
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Bobby Lotfipour Instructor: Drums
Bobby was born to be an amazing musician. Everyone should take lessons from him. He plays drums for Trebuchet and Matthew and the Arrogant Sea. Go see him play. We dare you.
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Clayton Freeman Instructor: Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Keys
People often wonder where the name Starfire came from and, the answer is, no one really knows. We do know that if it has frets and strings, Amarillo, TX native Clayton "Starfire" Freeman can play it. He has played guitar, bass, mandolin, and/or banjo for more bands than he can count, including Charlie Shafter, Tweed EQ,...Read More
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David Claire Instructor: Drums, Kinderrock
Dave grew up in a very small town in Michigan reputed for producing artists, notably musicians. Raised in a musical household, he began studying classical piano at age 6, as well as singing and performing in Catholic school. Dave's sister got a drum kit when he was 11, which began his initial foray into the world of drums and percussion. In high...Read More
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Sid Goldsmith Instructor: Vocals, Rehearsals
Q&A Time!
What's your favorite band? Zeppelin
What was your favorite food when you were a child? Mom's lasagna
What’s the #1 most played song on your iPod? T Rex - "Bang a Gong (get it on)"
If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor? Stephen Colbert
What’s your favorite indoor/outdoor activity? Making loud...Read More
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Justin Hawkins Instructor: Guitar, Bass, Vocals, 101
Justin Hawkins is a college professor by day, Guitar/Bass/Vocal teacher by evening, and rockstar by night. Its hard to believe that anyone could hold down 3 different "jobs" but Justin does it in style. He absolutely has a passion for teaching, which clearly shows in his lessons. He is reliable, intelligent, and fabulous with kids ages 7 and up....Read More
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Carson Coldiron Instructor: Guitar, Bass, Rehearsals, Adult Band
Carson’s began playing music when he was about 15. After enrolling in guitar lessons, playing music became Carson’s passion, drive, and dream. His parents raised him listening to albums from Janis Joplin, Steppenwolf, ZZ Top, and Led Zeppelin. These records were the motivation and inspiration for Carson to learn how to play.
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Keith Naylor Instructor: Guitar, Bass, Rehearsals
Keith Naylor is really really talented....he also doesnt like writing bios. So, here is a bit about him. Keith went to UNT for guitar, and it turned him into a Guitar & Theory guru. Keith is one of our most advanced guitar teachers, and kids & adults who need that extra theory push love taking lessons with him. Keith also assists in many...Read More
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Seth Falkner Instructor: Rehearsals, Vocals
Seth Falkner was raised in the boondocks of west Texas in the quaint little town of Ft. Davis. Thanks to his fathers wide variety of musical taste Seth developed a thirst for music at a very early age. Whether it was the sultry voices of Billie Holiday and Etta James or the soaring screams of Robert Plant and James Hetfield, he just couldn't...Read More
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Steve Phillips Instructor: Drums, Rehearsals, 101
Steve had to be reigned in to just teach drums. He is astoundingly good at every instrument he picks up, much to the annoyance of everyone else. He's just that talented. That's why you should see him teaching a rehearsal... he's amazing with the kids, and easily works with all musicians.
Steve plays drums for his band The Virgin Wolves...Read More
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