Cindy Su

Owner & Instructor

Cindy Su is the owner and instructor at Natomas Music Square (est. 2011), where she shares her lifelong love of music with students of all ages. Adults and children alike enjoy her unique, relaxed piano, viola, and violin lessons, which she’s been teaching for nearly two decades.

She began playing piano at age 4 and attended the Taiwan Music Institute for three years before moving to the U.S. She then joined orchestra and took private lessons until age 16. Cindy was an active member of Camilla Symphony for three years.

In addition, she’s participated in many musical competitions and received numerous 1st and 2nd place awards for viola.

Cindy enjoys music as an outlet of expression and inspiration, and she aspires to help others appreciate and love music the way she has. Her passion is meeting new people and building relationships with her clients.

Cindy is also a mom, and her ten year old son is currently learning how to play the drum. Cindy’s interests and hobbies outside of music include swimming, cooking, and decorating.

Meet Cindy on YouTube

Piano Lab
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday

Erik Stillabower

Manager

Erik Stillabower has been working with Natomas Music Square since 2017 first as a violin and guitar instructor and manager since 2019. Before joining the team here at Natomas Music Square he studied music and political science at Indiana University, recorded and performed around the midwest and California, and was the executive director and teacher at Rox Performance a non-profit music school in Pittsburgh, PA. Erik is a strong believer in the importance of music education and is here to answer any and all questions you may have.

Meet Erik on Youtube

Kate Fojas

Mini Lab Instructor
Monday/Thursday
Kate on YouTube

  • Kate started playing piano at the age of 10, self-teaching herself basic songs on YouTube. After becoming fascinated with the instrument, she started taking lessons with a private instructor shortly after. Since then, she has immersed herself in multiple genres including classical, baroque, romantic, pop, and a little bit of jazz music. She is currently studying under Dr. Bowman. She is a senior in highschool and some of her hobbies include baking, cooking, and reading. She also is part of ASB (Associated Student Body), where she helps plan for schoolwide events.

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Christian Celis

Beginner to Advance Piano
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu| Fri
Christian on YouTube

  • Christian Celis began taking piano lessons at the age of 5. He was classically trained until he reached high school, which is when he got a taste of Jazz. This is when he decided to switch focus and start taking Jazz piano lessons from local music teacher Daryl Howard and studied under Dr. Joe Gilman at Sacramento State University. He has been teaching piano at Natomas Music Square since 2016. He enjoys teaching theory, and getting students into jazz piano.

Lawrence Torres

Piano/Voice
Mon| Tue | Wed | Thu

Lawrence on Youtube

  • Lawrence Torres is an aspiring composer and audio engineer, holding an Associate in Music for Transfer from San Joaquin Delta College and an Associates Degree and Certificate in Achievement in Audio Engineering from Sacramento City College. He has been studying piano since the age of 5, has sung in various choirs since high school, and, started composing in college.
    Lawrence enjoys teaching music. He’s been serving as a substitute instructor in voice and piano at Stockton School of Music since 2017 and is excited to teach in the Natomas area.

Zoe Nguyen

Mini Lab Instructor
Wed
Zoe on Youtube

  • “Zoe started playing piano at age 5 under a private teacher before transferring over to Natomas Music Square to learn with Cindy Su. She is currently a student under Mable Chan. In addition to playing piano, Zoe also plays club and school volleyball. She enjoys listening to They Might Be Giants, OK Go, and other alternative/indie rock bands.”

Dijana Quinnett

Guitar /Ukulele Instructor
Tue | Wed
Dojana on YouTube

  • Music and Art have been my cornerstone throughout my life. During my childhood, I studied piano and flute, singing and performing often. Constantly expressing my love of all types of art, it was no surprise to anyone when I accepted a scholarship from the Academy Of Art College in San Fransisco. In addition, I studied an array of music programs at Foothill College; Classical Guitar, Jazz Vocals, Sound Reinforcement- digital and analog aspects of recording sound, and Songwriting. As a result, she has collaborated with many different musicians from various genres; jazz, rock, hip-hop, and Pop. I performed live at influential events like Battle Of The Bands and small venues all over the Bay Area. Also, continuing further with Artist in the recording studio, writing songs, adding vocals, and playing guitar. I feel most comfortable and thrive in the creative process.

    Having the opportunity to teach and share all that I have learned with others is extremely rewarding. I am honored to be a part of your musical and artistic journey.

    Aside from teaching, I enjoy spending time with my two sons, Carter and Hendrix, and our dog Bob Marley. We go Paddle Boarding, Camping, and traveling. Our next destination is to visit family in Croatia!

Joshua Williams

Guitar/Bass/Ukulele Instructor
Mon | Fri | Sat
Josh on YouTube

  • Joshua Williams has been a long time student of Natomas Music Square and has been playing guitar since the age of 13 when his dad bought him his first guitar and introduced him to his favorite the kinks. He enjoys playing jazz and contemporary music and will starting college this year studying music. Other than music he enjoys horror novels such as “I am Legend” and is an avid Star Wars fan.

Ronald Jackson

Drum and Pop Ensemble Instructor
Mon | Tue | Fri
Ronnie on YouTube

  • Ronnie has 12 years of music experience and has performed all around Sacramento. He has studied genres like rock, country, jazz, and traditional classical music. Ronnie currently studies music at Arc with a Jazz Studies Major. Lesson with him will focus on learning how to read rhythms from simple to complex, working on limb independence, keeping good time when playing by yourself or with others, creativity on the drum set, learning different styles of drumming and of course having fun!

Stephen Pocus

Beginner to Advance Piano /Jazz Ensemble Instructor
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu
Stephen on YouTube

  • Stephen Pocus is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and teacher who brings his infectious enthusiasm into the teaching arena. Before the age of 16, Stephen was recognized as a gifted musician and became the pianist for the San Jose All Star Youth Jazz Ensemble as well as the San Jose Youth Latin Jazz Ensemble.

    At the age of 16 Stephen graduated high school and began performing with various groups in the Bay Area while teaching Jazz and Concert band classes at Buchser Middle School in Santa Clara Stephen was awarded a full scholarship to attend The Jazz Institute in Berkeley, CA studying under Susan Mascarella and Marcos Silva. While attending, he performed at various venues including the Boom Boom Room, The Sheba Lounge, Yoshi’s in Oakland, and Yoshi’s in San Francisco.

    Upon finishing his two years at the Jazz Institute, Stephen moved to Brooklyn New York, where he played in many of the local Jazz clubs in Brooklyn and Manhattan and studied with the legendary Barry Harris.

    For the last 8 years he has been living in Sacramento and performing with The Fryed Bros Band, and Orchestra Tiano in the Bay Area.

    His career as an entertainer and teacher is still in its early stages. His unique ability to relate to all ages and his charismatic personality make him an extraordinary instructor.

Mable Chan

Beginner to Advance Piano /ABRSM Theory Instructor
Thu | Fri | Sat
Mable on YouTube

  • Mable began studying the harp and piano when she was at 3 years old. At 6 years old, she had competed in a national music competition in Hong Kong, and won 1st place for ten years straight.

    After graduating from high school, Mable studied under Professor Her, and was accepted to ABRSM Royal School in England. She majored in piano and minored in the harp and received her Master’s Degree in Music Performance. Mable loves teaching all ages.

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Patrick Hennessey

Drum Instructor
Wed | Thu
Patrick on YouTube

  • Mr. Hennessey is a 35 year veteran of the drums. He is an ASCAP performing and recording artist, has played in countless venues and appeared on no less than ten full length albums.

    “Just as every young vocalist should get their start in a church choir, which may not be all fun and games. I got my start on an instrument I had no business playing… the piano.” When the opportunity arose, he joined a youth orchestra near him as the snare drummer, and that was his entry into drumming.

    In his early teens he would begin to form and join bands. That all started in Minneapolis where he played in every type of band he could find. Everything from Funk to Metal, and Folk to Soul. “I was also working up my chops at recording during this time and played on seven different albums of varying styles.”

    Eventually he realized that he needed to get out of the frigid temperatures of Minnesota and make his way to California. Where he currently drums in multiple projects, including the Irish Punk band The Pikeys, Broken Jukebox band Tipsy Orchestrina, and his most original project Rayleigh Scattering which has an electronic folk sound, consists of Singer/Songwriter Liz Ryder and Bassist Adrian Baxmeyer. Mr. Hennessey is also a first call session player with several established groups and musicians throughout Northern California.

    When he’s not gigging or recording, you will find him teaching at a local music school where his focus is on teaching multicultural students. Additionally, he is experienced in teaching students with learning disabilities such as Attention Deficit Disorder, and Autism. “I am able to reach these children through the beauty, simplicity and complexity of music.”

    “Teaching drums has been something I wanted to do ever since I took my first lesson, and I’m proud to call myself a Drummer and a Drum Instructor. I Do What I Love, and I LOVE what I DO.”

    Mr. Hennessey Plays Soultone Cymbals and is affiliated with The D’Addario Education Collective.

Victoria Tate

Traditional Art
Mon | Tue | Wed
Victoria on YouTube

  • I have been an artist as long as I remember. I learned art from my grandmother who taught art/art history/architecture at University of California Santa Barbara. I like to believe she saw something in me, a creative garden that she knew if she watered would bloom and flourish. She constantly used positive reinforcement when teaching me, giving me the necessary confidence to create my own artistic voice and style. I carry that throughout every piece of art I create today, constantly referencing her lessons.

    My art has been shown all over including the Soul Blume music festival Sacramento, Art shows in Albuquerque, NM. and LA . I have been an sponsored artist at the Chalk It Up Festival for the last three years. I have been teaching art for the last 4 years including with children with developmental disabilities.

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Talyana Smith

Voice Instructor
Mon | Wed
Talyana on YouTube

  • Talyana has been singing and performing for 15 years. From age 6 to 12, Talyana sang and acted in the Rainwater Music Company’s drama choir. She then grew up to graduate with a distinction in musical theater from the Natomas Charter School’s Performing and Fine Arts Academy. Soon thereafter, Talyana began building her career in music.

    She spent a quarter at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles in the Independent Artist Program where she enhanced her skills in songwriting as well as producing. Talyana has continued her career in music performing at venues such as the Ace of Spades and recording new singles to release on Spotify and other platforms. Music is her passion and she enjoys guiding other people on their journey to find their voice.

Alyzza Alalor

Mini Lab Instructor
Tue | Sat
Alyzza on Youtube

  • Alyzza grew up in Sacramento and was introduced to piano through her family. She started attending Mini Lab classes at Natomas Music Square when she was 5 years old. After a break from music, she returned to take piano lessons with Cindy during her junior year of high school. Alyzza’s favorite part about being a Mini Lab instructor is seeing students grow and learn and preparing them for private lessons.

    Alyzza is a student at Sacramento State majoring in Health Science. Her hobbies include bouldering, reading, going to concerts, and visiting new restaurants.

Kittie Lynn

Dj instructor
Wed
Kittie on Youtube

  • Kittie Lynne has been a Dj since 2006. With 17 years of experience performing and teaching to both children
    and adults. She is known for using techniques from early turntablism such as beat juggling and mixing by ear.
    Her knowledge ranges from beginner producing skills to advanced Djing. As a multi genre music lover her
    passion for sharing the joy of rhythm and dancing makes her the perfect DJ or instructor for a wide range of
    like minded musicians and dancers all over. Kittie is currently producing original music that she performs all
    over the states from California to Florida. Grab some headphones and plug in to the sounds and tricks of DJ
    Kittie Lynne.

Cheryl Kuo

Voice /Beginner Piano
Wed | Thu | Sat
Cheryl on Youtube

  • "Cheryl started playing the piano at 5 years old and singing in church choirs as a kid, setting the stage for her

    love of music. Since then, she has performed and starred in a multitude of theater productions such as Mary

    Poppins (as Jane), Godspell (as Lindsay), and Elf the Musical Jr. (as Jovie). She has also been invited to

    perform the National Anthem at places such as The Sacramento Rivercats (MiLB), The San Jose Giants

    (MiLB), and The UC Davis Commencement Ceremony. In addition to performances, she has also been

    selected to compete in competitions such as Teens Create Dreams, Lenaea Theatre Festival, Celebration of

    Music, Rita Moreno Awards, AMTC SHINE(won best overall teen actress), and others. Cheryl is currently

    signed with a SAG-AFTRA talent agency in San Francisco. Academically, Cheryl holds a B.S. in Managerial

    Economics and a Minor in Theater and Dance from The University of California, Davis. While at UC Davis,

    Cheryl studied under the Music Department and Theater & Dance Department, honing her voice skills under

    professors Zoila Munoz, Margaret Kemp, and Dr. Lisa Quoresimo.

    After many years in theater, Cheryl began to understand why the characters sing. The characters sing when

    their emotions reach an extent too great to be conveyed solely through words. Singing and songwriting is a

    way she can convey her emotions, when they are too great for just words. She hopes she can share her love

    of music to her students, and that music can become an authentic and true outlet to connect with others, and

    themselves. "

Oliver Reimers

Mini Piano Lab
Tues
Oliver on Youtube

  • Oliver started playing violin at the age of four and began teaching himself piano when he was ten,

    and is self taught on guitar. He started lessons at Natomas Music Square when he was fourteen.

    Oliver is currently a student under Ms. Mabel Chan. He enjoys playing classical music the most, such

    as Liszt, Chopin, and Debussy. He is active in musical theater, enjoys teaching music to children, and

    hopes to go to school to become a school teacher.

Angela Ly

Violin
Tue | Thu
Angela on Youtube

  • Angela Ly started the violin at Natomas Music Square at 10 years old. In high school, Angela attended Natomas Charter School’s Performing and Fine Arts Academy (PFAA) and was the assistant concertmaster for NCS Honors Orchestra and the concertmaster for the NCS Combined Symphony Orchestra. In orchestra, she honed in her classical and baroque music, chamber group and leadership skills. Furthermore, under the study of Reylynn Imai, she has advanced into soloistic baroque and romantic violin repertoire.
    In addition to her time in the school orchestra, she is also a member of the Camellia Symphony Orchestra, where she plays professional music in the second violin section with conductor Christian Baldini.

Vanessa Segura

Digital Art
Thu
Vanessa on Youtube

  • Vanessa comes from a family of artists and became inspired since age of 4 from watching her father and sister draw and paint. Seeing their passion inspired her to become an artist and she has been pursuing that passion ever since. In her freshman year of highschool she started exploring digital and it quickly became her favorite medium to create in. Other that digital art she also enjoys painting in watercolor and works with collages. She is an accomplished saxophone player and enjoys playing jazz and spanish love songs. She is currently studying childhood education at ARC.