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Our Staff

KGMC offers a wide variety of instructors to meet your needs

Daniel Corral, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Accordian

After receiving his MFA in composition from CalArts, and under graduate degree in percussion, Daniel bring his skills and expertise to KGMC

Matt Miller, Guitar, Slap Bass, Bass Guitarr

After his attendance at the Musician's Institute, Matt has toured Europe playing Belgium, France, Denmark, Germany, & Holland playing guitar for Barnyard Ballers. His skills have landed him performances in International festivals in front of thousands of people. Specializing in Psychobilly, Punk, Surf, Blues & good ol' Rock'n'Roll, Matt adds his special talents at KGMC.

Joe Quattrocchi, Piano

Current member of the Alternative band Miles to Vine, and graduate of American River College, Joe Q. has taught students elements of Rock, Jazz, and contemporary piano. Joe's accomplishments include First place at the 2002 Reno jazz Festival for best Jazz combo...Go Joe....

Kathryn Pisaro, Piano, Oboe

Dr. Kathryn Pisaro as we'd like to say, after receiving her Ph.D. from Northwestern University. Kathryn has kept busy working with Garth Brooks, The Moody Blues, Charlie Watts, Henry Mancini, and Ray Charles. We are glad she's part of the staff, bringing her expertise to KGMC.

Lusine Marukyan, Violin , Piano , Voice

Born in Armenia,Lusine's mother is a professional pianist and father a professional violinist. She started to play the violin at the age of 5, and at the age of six attend the special musical school named after Tchaikovsky. At the age of 8 Lusine started to play the piano and at age 10, started singing. She graduated from Tchaikovsky school in 2003 and has been a part of many orchestras, performed as a solo player, and participated in many competitions; wining many awards. We welcome Lusine's talents

Dan Stone, Drums, Piano

After studying percussion at Mansfield University in Pennsylvania, Dan headed west to California where is graduated with honors from Musician's Institute. Because of his wide variety of playing styles, Dan's a top pick for session work, when he not performing on his own. KGMC welcome's Dan, as he adds a nice flare to our drum program

Ron Munn, Brass , Woodwinds , Piano , Guitar

Ron brings a unique skill to KGMC, as he can play and teach a wide variety of popular instruments. A performer and songwriter, Ron has taught for over 12yrs in a wide range of styles. Students love him! The "Jack of all trades".

Greg Kupka, Violin, Guitar, Bass

From the Monterey Jazz Festival to Downbeat’s 2000 Studio Orchestra Category Winner, Greg keeps himself busy with music projects and teaching at KGMC. An accomplished string player and composer, Greg's ability to get students playing right away is just one extra personal talent.

Nichole McCumsey, Guitar

From College of the Canyons, Nikki brings over 10 years of experience in not only playing guitar, but understanding all the elements of guitar effect and hooking up gear for your performance. She has performed live in many venues in SCV, and Los Angeles.

Chris Armstrong, Drums, Percussion

Chris comes to KGMC with a Master of Fine Arts & World Music from California Institute of the Arts, focusing on Indian and African percussion With an extensive study of African music and culture with drummers from Ghana, Mali, Guinea, Ivory Coast, and Senegal, including a one-month research trip to Ivory Coast with the Dembele drumming family, Chris can also slam Rock, Pop, Jazz and other styles too.

Eric Schauman, Guitar, Bass

Born 'n' raised in the Kentucky coal... I mean... in central Wisconsin, Eric has been a musician since the days of pots and pans on the front porch, but a bit more formally trained at the University of Wisconsin. Eric has studied various musical styles, and truly enjoys passing on his knowledge and appreciation of the guitar to others.
We are glad to have him aboard.

Heather Henderson, Piano, Voice

Earning her B.A. Degree from The Master's Colleges, Heather bring here piano skill and vocals talent to KGMC. Recieving numerious honors, and performing at music festivals to Carnegie Hall...we'er glad to have Heather on board.

Nick Stark, Guitar , Bass, Piano

10 yrs of performance experience including The famous Remo Jazz Festival and the International Association of Jazz Educators in Toronto, combined with Classical Theory & Performance instruction at American River College, Nick bring his expertise to KGMC

Jennifer Mikolyski,

Customer Service

What can I say...Jenny does it all. Anything you need done, from ordering music to signing up lessons...or just going to Starbucks....call Jennifer. KGMC would not be the same without her

Jason McKay, KGMC Manager

Jason is a multi-instrumentalist, with guitar and saxophone being his emphases. He's a Music Business graduate from University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, and has been playing professionally since high school. He knows a bit about recording, a bit about live sound and a lot about rock 'n roll. Ask Jason anything...he knows all.

Eric Weber, KGMC Staff

Eric dabbles at Bass guitar, and has studied piano. An avid music lover, Eric's music collection is in the 1000's. He loves anything from Rap to Rock. Eric works with Jennifer in the office.

Dennis M. Weber, Guitar , Piano MIDI , Bass , Vocal Coaching

Owner of KGMC, Dennis holds a music degree in composition, which has help land his songs on national TV. Sometime called the "MIDI expert", Dennis also helps local musicians in song writing, and music composition.