Meet our Faculty

It doesn't get much better than this!  Click on the names to read full bio and see teacher video clips.  Call 214.586.4309 to find out more!

PIANO

Eva Polgar - World Class Hungarian pianist and teacher, Éva Polgár has not one but two master's degrees in Piano Performance and Pedagogy and is certified in the Kodaly teaching method.  DMA in progress. 

Desta Hailu - Immensely gifted pianist and teacher for 10 years, Desta is working toward her Artist Certificate at SMU and studies with the famed Piano Faculties Alfred Mouledous and Joaquin Achucaro.

Josh Binkley - An extremely versatile pianist and composer, Josh has been playing for twenty years and specializes in composition.  He loves rock music and has a book of teaching pieces for young children being published in 2012. 

Neeki Bey - Neeki Bey is an experienced and sought-after performer, composer, arranger and international educator that teaches Piano, Voice and facilitates artist development.  Visit his website now! 

GUITAR

Gabriel DeHoyos - A talented and versatile guitar teacher, Gabriel has a decade of teaching experience and two master's degrees to back it up. 

Ray Tamez - World-Class performer and Berklee trained guitarist, Ray brings a level of artistry and skill that can only be rivaled by recording artists and big name touring artists across the country. 

VOICE

Madelyn Fortner - SMU graduate Madelyn Fortner is a singer that does it all from jazz to musical theater and classical repertoire.  Her first album is coming out in 2012!

MUSIKGARTEN/PIANO FOR PRE-K

Karla Dunning - Not only is Karla a certified Kodaly and Musikgarten instructor, she has a music degree from UNT and is an incredibly skilled classroom teacher.  Without a doubt she is the perfect teacher for our Piano for Pre-K and Musikgarten classes!