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Music School, Ocean Beach, San Diego

"We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams"

~Arthur O’Shaughnessy

The
Heart of Rock n' Roll
School of Music

 Welcome to Heart of Rock N' Roll School of Music, where performance and passion are at the heart of what we do! Our team of qualified instructors and accomplished musicians is dedicated to nurturing your musical journey. Students have regular opportunities to watch their teachers perform AND even share the stage with them! Creating unforgettable experiences and providing performance opportunities on professional stages. With seasoned percussionists, wind musicians, pianists, choir directors, guitarists, and bass players among our staff, we boast decades of combined experience and knowledge to inspire and guide you.

Focused one on one instruction to develop knowledge and skills to become a great performing musician. Includes a seasonal Student Showcase right here on our Humble Heart stage with our instructors where students can showcase their efforts and feel the true Rock n' Roll experience! 

Designed as a fun and engaging introductory course for ages 3-8. We focus on building a strong foundation in music fundamentals and provide an opportunity to try out several different instruments. 

Sign up with a pre-existing group or invite your friends and we will coach you on how to give your best performance! Rock Bands will also be featured in our bi-monthly shows. 

A music school designed for you!

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Meet the band

Behind every great musician is an incredible teacher who sparked that first magical moment. Here at The Heart of Rock N' Roll School of Music, our instructors combine technical expertise with genuine passion to create learning experiences that stick. Whether picking up your first instrument or refining your skills, our teaching artists are here to inspire you! Connect with a mentor who speaks your musical language. Scroll down to meet the talented crew waiting to jam with you! 

Ernesto E. Rico is a seasoned percousnist with  a career spanning over two decades long.

Ernesto Rico

Drums

James Clarkston loves teaching and performing music for a
living. In college he majored in music and fell in love with
Classical Guitar and Flamenco Guitar.

James Clarkston

Ukulele, Guitar

Dylan Farrell has played Guitar and Bass for 15 years and has been a professional gigging musician for almost 10 years.

Dylan Farrell

Bass, Guitar

Austyn Estey-Ang is a freelance wind musician and pianist in San Diego, California who performs music of all different genres throughout Southern California. He is a member of the iconic San Diego based bands Doah's Daydream, Futuresexuals, and the Sophia Sugarman project. He is also on the oboe sub list for the San Diego Symphony

Austyn Estey-Ang

Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Oboe

Andy loves music of all styles and teaches group music classes at the local Elementary School.

Andy Sanchez

Guitar, Piano, Accordion, Harmonica

Julanda Davies, seasoned choir director and vocal coach with 25 years of expertise, is recognized for her specialization in diverse genres, including pop, gospel, and classical music.

Julanda Davies

Vocals

Christina is the passionate founder of The Heart of Rock N Roll.  She offers beginner piano and Mini-Musician Group Classes for ages 3-8.

Christina Riley

Beginning Piano, Group Classes ages 3-8

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