Pam is Center Director of Peninsula Music Together and this Fall, will teach Babies-only class on Wednesdays in Millbrae.

"My daughter has taken Music Together classes with Teacher Pam since she was 4 months old. Sylvie has blossomed with Pam's gentle, nurturing nature and I have learned so much about music through her teachings. Teacher Pam has a wonderful balance of being able to connect with children, along with a beautiful voice and talented musical ability which I found inspirational. We listen to her CD's literally every day."-- Karen Senffner, Burlingame, CA

Pam is an award-winning children's recording artist, on the Gentle Wind label, who has been a children's performer and music specialist in pre-schools and elementary schools for over 20 years. She was trained by Music Together to be a registered Music Together teacher and most recently she was awarded Music Together Certification Level I for outstanding achievement in teaching, musicianship, program philosophy, and parent education. Upon watching Pam teach a demonstration class for trainees, Music Together Founder, Ken Guilmartin commented that "Pam is a master teacher". Pam, who has won 7 national awards for her own CD's, has toured nationally, offering fun, educational, interactive school assemblies, recordings, family concerts, library shows and teacher seminars. For more info go to http://www.pamdonkin.com/.

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Due to demand we have added 3 more classes with Andrew! Andrew teaches in Burlingame on Tuesdays. In Fall he adds 3 Friday morning classes as well!

"Teacher Andrew is hands down the BEST music teacher around.  Not only is he well trained in the subject matter he is teaching, but the way he is able to connect with the kids and the amount of patience he gives them makes his teaching so effective.  He makes learning music so much fun for the kids so they all love going to music class each and every week.  I hope he will continue teaching music to children for a long time to come." Claudia Rask, Music Together Mommy

Andrew Gomez has been working with children for over 10 years and has a B.A. in Child Psychology from the University of California, San Diego. From organizing events at summer camps as a 16-year old to working for San Mateo County teaching K-8 special education students, Andrew has acquired extensive experience entertaining, nurturing, and enlightening youngsters, and now devotes his time to aiding their musical development. Besides being a Music Together teacher, he also teaches piano, guitar, drums, and choir in the after-school music program, From The Heart Music. Blending his love for athleticism and exotic music, Andrew has been involved in Capoeira, an acrobatic Brazilian martial art/dance, for 6 years, and has performed with Capoeira Mandinga of San Diego and Capoeira U.S.A. of San Francisco in different festivals, fairs, and clubs. As a singer/songwriter/musician, Andrew has released the internationally released, critically-acclaimed rock album Glean as part of the band Echobrain and has opened for such artists as Neil Young, Elvis Costello, and Willie Nelson. These days, he still flexes his voice and musicianship in the San Francisco-based, electro-rock act, Fast To The Center. Andrew is a Registered Music Together teacher.

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This Fall Sylvia teaches Monday mornings in Burlingame and Saturdays in San Mateo!

"Teacher Sylvia is clearly both a professional musician and a professional mom.  While always being focused on the kids and attending to them skillfully, she guides their musical development in a fun and relaxed way.   I love how she turns "cues" from the kids into teachable moments. " Gina Latimerlo, parent & professional vocal coach
 

Sylvia Bloom’s performing career has included work as a cast member in the San Francisco production of Phantom of the Opera, as soloist with the Erie Philharmonic and the Springfield Symphony, and, currently, chorus in the San Francisco Opera.  She has a B.M. from Oberlin Conservatory, and in 2006 she received an M.A. in Psychological Counseling specializing in Expressive Arts Therapy. Her combined love of the arts and of learning about the development of the mind led her to the Music Together program, and to a unique perspective as a private voice teacher for adults and teens.  She's the proud mom of two-year-old Eli, and loves to play her ukulele for the children! Sylvia is a Registered Music Together Teacher.

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This Fall Nicole teaches in Burlingame on Thursdays and will change her 11:15 class to a Babies-only class, as will also teach Wednesdays and Fridays in San Mateo!

"Nicole is my 3 year old son’s preferred music teacher. Her teaching invites laughing, curiosity and love. She is loving and professional, you can’t go wrong with Nicole." Donna Yu, parent, Burlingame

Nicole started singing before she started talking. Growing up in a rich Celtic and bluegrass scene, she gained a diverse musical background, performing at music festivals from the time she was 9 years old. She took Suzuki violin lessons, participated in fiddle camps, plays guitar and took formal vocal training as well. In class children love hearing her play her fiddle and guitar every week! Throughout her musical career, she has been involved in various bands, ensembles, musical theatre, and internationally touring choirs. She has professional experience playing weddings and corporate events as well as venues such as Café Du Nord and the Rockit Room, and competing in various classical competitions. Nicole has always loved working with children; she was deeply affected by music as a child, and knows how important it is to give music's gift back to the next generation. Through her work as a children's performer, she gained a clear understanding that children learn music most effectively through playing, which reflects in her teaching style. She has a strong belief that playing music is called "playing" for a reason, and her favorite aspect of teaching is when her student realizes how fun music really is.  Nicole is a Registered Music Together teacher.

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This Fall Nathan teaches in San Mateo on Tuesdays, Burlingame on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

"My younger son and I love Nathan - he's super friendly - he's really great.  Ryan just runs up to him all the time in class and loves playing the drums with him." Leslie Huie, Parent

Teacher Nathan was raised right here on the Peninsula, in Burlingame.  A professional songwriter, rock vocalist and drummer, he has music pouring out of his heart, running through his veins and bursting out of him. Barely a moment passes where he isn't humming a new melody or drumming out a rhythm on his thighs. Children and parents enjoy hearing him play his conga drum and guitar each week in class. Now as a new father, Nathan is more passionate than ever about introducing music into the lives of young children. His love for music and passing the excitement on to children and families brought him to Music Together. He was so impressed by the program, he took the training  and has become a Registered Music Together teacher so that he can pass his passion for music on to the community.

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This Fall Amy will teach Tuesdays and Saturdays in Millbrae.

Peninsula Music Together is proud to welcome Teacher Amy to our staff! Amy is a classically trained opera singer, and has performed leading roles with companies throughout California, including Opera Santa Barbara, West Bay Opera, Townsend Opera Players, and Livermore Valley Opera. She has a Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Vanderbilt University. Amy has been making music all of her life. Raised in a musical family and encouraged by her parents, Amy grew up immersed in music, dance, and creative play, attending her first music class at six months of age. Her music background combined with her love for children and their natural creativity led her to Music Together. She loves seeing the joy music brings to children and the way it can bring parent and child together. Singing and playing guitar, Amy brings her warm, nurturing, and playful style to her classes, helping both children and adults feel at ease.  Amy is a Registered Music Together teacher.

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