Our Experienced Music Teachers
All of School of Rock Land Park’s music teachers are experienced musicians devoted to helping students attain musical proficiency. Our instructors guide students one-on-one to personalize learning, inspire confidence and build social skills.
Ian M.
Drums Teacher
Ian has been playing the drums for more than 25 years in the Sacramento area. His love for the instrument began at a young age after seeing the film “That Thing You Do!” and discovering punk rock around the same time. He has studied under Tony Dey (Van Morrison, Stone Ponies), toured North America in both a drum corps and a hardcore punk band, and participated in dozens of recording sessions.
Currently, Ian plays in the indie rock trio Vinnie Guidera & the Dead Birds and occasionally with the Emo Night Tour, and teaches at School of Rock Land Park.
Max H.
Guitar Teacher
Max has over 15 years of music experience and is eager to share what he has learned over the years with students at School of Rock Land Park who share his same passion for music. He took ten years of private guitar lessons himself, and has performed with several bands at various venues since 2008. He has a performance background in metal, rock, as well as funk and R&B.
Aside from guitar, he is also an experienced songwriter and producer, attending American River College in Sacramento CA, ultimately receiving a certificate in audio production. Max has taught music to all age groups, in classrooms and privately.
Talen A.
Vocals Teacher, Keyboard + Piano Teacher
Talen Andersen is a NorCal native with a passion for sharing the joys of music with others. He has been performing for as long as he can remember, and has performed throughout the state, both as a solo artist and in various groups, across a range of musical styles. He has nearly a decade of experience as a music educator, both in the classroom and in private lessons. Highlights of his career include singing the national anthem for the Sacramento Kings, singing backup for the Four Phantoms, and recording multiple choral albums at Skywalker Sound.
His goal for his students at School of Rock Land Park is to find the joy in the process and understand the connection between the theoretical and emotional elements of music performance.
Rob W.
Guitar Teacher
Rob "The Alien" has over nine years' experience mastering the guitar. Metal and classic rock are his favorite, with his main inspiration coming from the iconic Randy Rhoads.
His teaching mission at School of Rock Land Park is to inspire the hearts of musicians like him when he was an inspired novice.
Logan S
Bass Guitar Teacher
Logan is a seasoned bass guitar player with a wealth of experience gigging in original bands over the years covering rock, pop punk, and emo. When not teaching at School of Rock Land Park, Logan also works building guitars for a local custom guitar shop. His influences are Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Saosin, and Emery.
Alyssa H.
Drums Teacher
Alyssa brings heart and hustle to Land Park. With a background in music education, studio coordination, and live performances, she leads with empathy and excellence.
As a drummer, she knows firsthand how transformative music can be, especially when students feel supported and empowered. She is passionate about creating a space for students to be themselves, grow their confidence, and find their voice on and off stage.
When she is not helping families and students find their perfect program here at School of Rock Land Park, you will find her playing locally in bands, championing young artists, or coming up with new way to make the school feel like home.
Jrue J.
Little Wing Teacher, Rookies Teacher
Jrue is a passionate music educator with over two decades of experience in performance, education, and music/audio engineering. Originally from New Zealand, he brings a relaxed, culturally rooted approach that encourages creativity, rhythm, and playful learning.
A multi-instrumentalist, Jrue believes music is a language we all speak—whether we are wise to the theory or not. He sees teaching as a two-way exchange, where curiosity, rhythm, and creativity flow between student and teacher in ways that are both engaging and enlightening.
Jrue leads the Rookies and Little Wing programs at School of Rock Land Park, while also supporting students, bands, and fellow instructors across the school. Outside the studio, he's a father of four and a lifelong learner, always exploring new ways to grow — in music and life.
School of Rock is where music and learning come together
For over twenty years, our amazing instructors have transformed hundreds of thousands of students across the world into skilled musicians. Become a musician at School of Rock.