Music Staff

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Brass & Concert Band Instructor

PHILLIP YAO

With over 1,500 credits in Film, Television and recording, USC graduate Phillip Yao has worked with many of the world’s top composers and musicians including John Williams, James Horner and Jerry Goldsmith. Mr. Yao can also be heard on recordings showcasing a variety of artists from all genres, Hilary Hahn, Barbra Streisand, Aerosmith, Josh Groban and Ray Charles, to name a few. In addition, he has years of orchestral, opera, ballet and Broadway show experience having played with the Pasadena Symphony, Pacific Symphony, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Los Angeles Opera, Phantom of the Opera and Wicked. Phillip returns for his sixth year with ALF Instrumental Music as lead Beginning Brass and Concert Band Instructor.
yaop_music@alflintridge.org *

Woodwinds Instructor & Concert Band Assistant Instructor

AMANDA CAMPOS

Amanda Campos is a saxophonist, flutist, and clarinetist based in Pasadena. She has an extensive performance history on many stages, such as Monterey Jazz Fest, The Music Center of Los Angeles, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, and several other venues across the state. She earned her certificate in Music and Movement for Young Children from Pasadena City College, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Jazz Reeds from California Institute of the Arts. She is an active freelance musician and recording artist and teaches private lessons across the county. Inclusivity is her main priority when engaging students in music, as she hopes to inspire a love of music within all participants. Amanda joins ALF Instrumental Music for her third year as lead Beginning Woodwinds Instructor and Concert Band Assistant Instructor.

camposa_music@alflintridge.org *

Percussion Instructor

COLIN RING

A graduate of La Cañada High School, Colin Ring has continued his studies at PCC and USC. His professional percussion training includes programs at the Jamie Font School of Music, Colburn School of Music, and the Berklee School of Music in Boston. Colin is a drummer for various hard-rock and metal bands. He organized and produced a benefit concert, “Rock for Peru,” which raised money for a medical mission to Peru. He has been giving private drum lessons for the last 14 years. Colin first worked with ALF in 2008-2009 as an assistant in the Brass and Percussion class. This is Colin’s eighth year as Percussion Instructor with ALF Instrumental Music.

ringc_music@alflintridge.org *

Percussion Instructor

SEAN MORIARTY

After graduating from La Cañada High School in 2012, Sean Moriarty became a part of the percussion staff with the LCHS Band for the 2012-2013 school year. Later he attended Glendale Community College with a major in Music. Currently, he plays drums for the local band Ryder Buck & The Breakers, and formerly with the Hollywood based Hard Rock/Pop trio Varna which has received acclaim from the LA Music Awards and the North American Independent Rock Music Awards. He also teaches privately, does recording sessions, and works as the Strategic Entertainment Manager for MAC Creative Management. Sean joins the ALF Instrumental Music program for his eighth year as Percussion Instructor.

moriartys_music@alflintridge.org *

Brass Assistant Instructor

RICHIE FRANCISCO

Richie Francisco is a professional trumpet player and teacher based in Los Angeles, CA. He was born and raised in San Diego, CA where he was introduced to the trumpet in middle school band. He holds a Bachelor of Music in trumpet performance from California State University, Northridge and a Master of Music in trumpet performance from the University of Southern California. He is the second trumpet player with the recently founded California Young Artist Symphony based in Newbury Park, CA and he has played in a variety of settings, including performances with the San Diego Philharmonic, San Luis Obispo Masterchorale, the 5th Floor Brass Quintet, the Two Button Brass Quintet, and The Convertibles. He is also an active music educator with experience teaching students aged 5 to 65 throughout Southern California. Richie’s goal as a teacher is to help students refine their skills as a musician, but more importantly help students enjoy themselves while playing music. Richie joins ALF Instrumental Music for his second year as Beginning Brass Assistant Instructor.
franciscor_music@alflintridge.org *

Woodwinds Assistant Instructor

GARRETT BECKER

Garrett Becker earned two Associate of Arts degrees from Citrus College in Fine Arts and Music Performance, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Performance. Playing saxophones, clarinets, and flutes, he has performed with numerous music groups representing almost every genre including jazz, rock, RnB, ska, and pit orchestras across the nation. Garrett has also been teaching private woodwind lessons and sectionals since 2012. Coming from a family full of teachers and exposed to teaching methods throughout his childhood, Garrett finds profound enjoyment and fulfillment in helping his students reach and even surpass their goals. Garrett joins ALF for his second year as Beginning Woodwind Assistant Instructor.
beckerg_music@alflintridge.org *

Strings Instructor

SAHAK KARAPETYAN

Sahak Karapetyan graduated with a Masters in Music Performance from Komitas State Conservatory. He has served as Concertmaster of several symphonic and chamber orchestras. Sahak is a founder and Music Director of the St. Gregory chamber orchestra as well as the Bravo String Quartet. He is a member of the Santa Barbara, Redlands, and San Bernardino symphony orchestras, and has taught violin, viola, cello and piano privately for over thirty years. Among his students are distinguished musicians who have won grand prizes in music competitions and many who have subsequently devoted their lives to professional playing. Sahak joins ALF Instrumental Music for his eighth year as lead Beginning Strings and String Orchestra Instructor.

karapetyans_music@alflintridge.org *

Strings Assistant Instructor

CAID JONES

Caid Jones graduated from the California Institute of the Arts in 2017 with a Master of Fine Arts degree in Violin Performance. He spends most of his time studying music cognition and teaching music lessons. He runs a studio of 40 violinists and pianists that is currently accepting more students. More info at caidjonesmusicinstitute.com. Caid has a passion for teaching and early childhood education. He puts a heavy focus on developing his students’ ears under the foundation that all parts of musicianship are better with good ear training. Serving the Los Angeles area, Caid works towards bringing a strong sense of community, creativity, and compassion through music lessons. Caid joins ALF this year as the Strings Assistant Instructor.
jonesc_music@alflintridge.org