Our Instructors
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Jenna
Violin, Viola & Beginning Piano
Jenna, with a BMA in Violin Performance from DePauw University and a Masters in Orchestral Career Studies, boasts 26 years of violin mastery. As Violin instructor at Brookfield Academy, Jenna received training in the Suzuki Method and expanded the program into a full orchestra. She has nurtured violin, viola, and piano students for local and international orchestras, camps, and festivals. Jenna remains an active performer with regional ensembles like the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra and Fresno Philharmonic Orchestra, and she frequently graces events in scenic locales near Lake Tahoe.
Greg
Electric Bass & Guitar
Greg is a celebrated musician, educator, and producer with over 3 decades of experience. On his chosen instruments of electric bass and guitar, he has earned a reputation as a top-notch touring and recording professional. He is the co-author of the critically acclaimed bass/drum method 'Get Locked' (Alfred Publishing). Greg is an active influencer within the music community of Portland, Oregon, and is deeply committed to passing on his passion for music to the next generation.
Check out a sample of Greg on the bass
Paul
Beginning Guitar & Beginning Ukulele
Paul teaches beginning guitar and ukulele. He has been studying music and performing for several years now and has a love for the joyful aspect of playing music for many reasons – but mostly just for the fun of it! He’s the guy you want to hang out with around the campfire. His approach and demeanor are both alluring and contagious. He views himself simultaneously as both a teacher and a student and his grace and humility are endearing. If you’re an aspiring guitar or ukulele player who wants to make playing music a priority or maybe put it on your “bucket list”, we should definitely connect you with Paul – he’s got a line on all the best ways to get the most enjoyment out of your musical experiences!
Jess
Guitar, Ukulele & Beginning Piano
Jess is a graduate of New York University with a degree in Songwriting. She has also had over ten years of formal vocal training in various styles including jazz, theatre, and classical. Subsequently, and wanting to pass her skills on to others, she has spent the last decade training others to become great vocalists as well. Along with her singing and songwriting acumen, Jess has excellent instrumental skills on the Guitar, Ukulele and Piano as well. Jess's sense of humor and accessibility paired with her extensive musical knowledge makes her a creative, fun, and impactful educator.
You can sample some of her music here:
Manuel
Guitar & Ukulele
A singer-songwriter from Bend, Oregon, Manuel has released a full-length record his original music worldwide. His goal is to show others how to create their own music as he has done. Manuel has a way of bringing laughter and camaraderie into every lesson. His younger students love taking lessons with him because they seem to always be laughing and learning at the same time! Manuel has a special knack for engaging both young and old students and he teaches electric guitar, acoustic guitar and ukulele. Rock on Manuel!
You can check out some of his recordings here:
Laura
Guitar, Ukulele & Electric Bass
Laura is a graduate of the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media with a certification in Electric Guitar Performance. A singer, songwriter, and performer, who has been teaching with La Di Da for five years now, Laura has a talent and love of a wide range of musical styles including, but not limited to, rock, finger-style, Bossa Nova, reggae, funk, and R & B which makes her a great instructor for a variety of different students. She’s currently performing her original music at shows all around Atlanta and thinks of playing music as a well-earned gift. And she is determined to pass along that gift to as many people as she can. That’s Laura…paying it forward!
Check out a sampling of her music:
Tommy
Mandolin & Guitar
Tommy Lutz is an active member of the local music scene in Central Oregon. You might catch him playing mandolin with his band Billy and the Box Kid. Tommy has a passion for teaching and says that sharing the ability to play music is extremely rewarding and happily teaches guitar and mandolin. Thanks for sharing Tommy!
Check out one of his live performance videos:
Chuck
Guitar, Ukulele & Piano
With a B.A. in Music History and a Masters of Music from the University of Florida, Chuck has been a performer with several live acts over the years and has been a part of the music teaching community for over 25 years. He is a celebrated musician in the Pacific Northwest and an outstanding instructor! Chuck teaches piano, electric and acoustic guitar, and ukulele. See the video below for a small sample of one of his well-organized, online piano lessons.
Amanda
Drums, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Piano & Electric Bass
Amanda is a dedicated and very versatile music teacher with over a decade of teaching experience both domestically and internationally. She tailors her lessons to each student’s interests and learning style. Whether they’re exploring Indie Rock, Classical Piano, or just picking up an instrument for the first time, her goal is simple: make music approachable, inspiring and fun for every student!
Chris
Guitar and Ukulele
A passionate music educator turned savvy entrepreneur, Chris orchestrates his love of music like a virtuoso with La Di Da Lessons. Whether songwriting, music theory, mastering multiple styles on the guitar or ukulele he believes music should be accessible, inspiring, and high-quality. He’s not just teaching tunes — He’s building a scalable, student-centered empire with self-booking tech, flexible subscriptions, and a heart-led donation program to ensure no student is left behind (see “Giving Page”).
He’s hands-on with the tools — from DropBox file-sharing to annotated screenshots and screen-sharing to recorded audio and video of lessons — leading by example, Chris “walks the walk and talks the talk”. Detail-driven, mission-minded, and always with an eye on innovation (and clean design), he’s composing a future where music education hits all the right notes.
“Let’s make music lessons modern, meaningful, and magnetic.”
