Barefoot Studios Faculty
Electric, Acoustic, and Nylon String Guitar. Electric Bass. Ukulele
Whether you're picking up a guitar, bass, or ukulele for the first time or looking to refine your skills, your lessons will be a journey of discovery. You'll begin with the fundamentals, learning essential chords and basic rhythm, before moving on to scales, songs, and more advanced techniques. Your instructor will tailor the experience to your personal interests, whether you're passionate about classical music, rock, jazz, or folk, ensuring each lesson is a rewarding step toward achieving your musical goals. Ultimately, lessons are a personalized path to finding your voice on the fretboard, building confidence, and sharing your love of music with others.
Electric, Acoustic and Nylon String Guitar and Ukulele, All styles, All Levels
Mike has a masters degree in classical guitar and performs regularly both as a classical guitarist and in blues bands all over Southern California.
Electric Bass and Guitar, All Styles and All Levels on bass. Beginners on guitar.
Sam has his bachelors degree in Jazz performance and reguarly performs in jazz, rock, blues and tribute bands all over the southwestern US.
Electric and Acousti Guitar, All Styles, All Levels
Wayne has been teaching in San Diego for over 50 years and has been give a lifetime achievement award for his teaching.
Beginning Group Guitar Class
This group class is designed for the very beginner. We will go over some basic chords, strummin and finger techniques. And we’ll learn a few songs. A perfect introduction to the guitar.
Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass
Start your musical journey with personalized instruction on violin, viola, cello, or double bass. Our expert teachers will guide you from core fundamentals like bowing and fingering to advanced technical studies and professional repertoire. We're skilled in preparing students for auditions for local, honor, and All-Southern orchestras, helping you achieve your musical dreams and find your unique voice on a string instrument.
Violin and Viola
Gina has her masters degree in Viola performance, performs on movie and TV recording sessions and live concerts all over southern California.
Cello
Ava earned her Bachelors Degree in Cello Performance at the University of Denver, recently moved to San Diego and performs regularly with groups in southern California.
Double Bass
Sam has his bachelors degree in Jazz performance and spent 6 years in classical double bass private study after he graduated. Sam reguarly performs in jazz, rock, blues and tribute bands all over the southwestern US.
Saxophones, Clarinet, Flute, Bassoon
Embark on a musical adventure and learn to create beautiful sounds on the clarinet, flute, saxophone, or bassoon. From your very first lesson, we'll focus on building the foundational skills of breath support and proper embouchure that are unique to woodwind playing. You'll move beyond the basics, developing your dexterity with fingering exercises, tackling complex scales, and diving into a rich selection of music. Our instructors will custom-design your curriculum to reflect your favorite genres, from the elegance of classical pieces to the improvisation of jazz and the catchy rhythms of pop. With every session, you'll gain the confidence and fluency to speak a new language through your instrument.
Saxophones, Clarinet, Flute and Bassoon
Travis has a bachelors degree in Music Education and performs with concert bands and jazz bands all over San Diego County.
Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Baritone, Euphonium, or Tuba
Unlock the power and grandeur of brass with lessons on the trumpet, trombone, french horn, baritone, euphonium, and tuba. Our tailored instruction will guide you through the fundamentals of embouchure and breath support, quickly building the core skills necessary to produce a rich, resonant sound. You'll master the unique mechanics of your chosen instrument—from the valves of a trumpet to the slide of a trombone—while exploring a wide array of repertoire from powerful orchestral works to lively jazz charts. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, we'll help you find your voice and command the stage with a new level of confidence.
Trumpet, Trombone, & French Horn
World Renowned Les Kepics is the trumpeteer for the Del Mar Horse Races. His list of credits is too long to mention here, click the button to learn more.
Drums and Percussion
The world of music comes alive with the rhythm and harmony of percussion! Our lessons on the drumset, marching percussion, and Latin percussion are designed to help you build a solid rhythmic foundation from the ground up. You’ll develop impeccable timing, coordination, and a versatile skill set, from mastering core rudiments to grooving with complex beats. Our instructors will guide you through a wide range of styles, helping you find your passion and express yourself through the power of rhythm.
Drumset, Marching Drums, Latin Percussion, Ukulele Group Class
For more than 10 years, Dave has been a music educator in San Diego for elementary to high school level students as well as advanced and professionals.
Voice
Finding your voice is one of the most powerful and personal musical journeys you can take. Our voice lessons are designed to help you build a strong, healthy foundation, focusing on essential techniques like breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal resonance. We'll work on everything from mastering scales and vocal exercises to exploring a diverse repertoire tailored to your musical tastes—whether you're drawn to pop, musical theater, classical, or R&B. With dedicated guidance and a supportive environment, you'll gain the confidence to perform, the clarity to express yourself, and the skill to share your unique sound with the world.
Voice, Musical Theater (performance, writing and production)
Tracey has his bachelor of arts degree in Music and is currently writing musicals and getting them produced in theaters around the country. He is also the creator of the All National Choir.
Voice
Kim has her Master of Arts Degree in Music Education. She has an extensive list of performance and teaching credits - click on her link to read her full bio!
Piano
Sit down at the keys and discover the rich world of piano. Our lessons are a creative journey designed to help you unlock the instrument's full potential, whether you're dreaming of performing classical masterpieces or composing your own songs. We'll start with a foundation in technique and music theory, then build a custom curriculum around your passions—exploring everything from jazz improvisation to pop chord progressions. With personalized guidance, you’ll not only learn to play the notes but also to express yourself, bringing your musical imagination to life.
Now offering group and individual piano lessons at our new location “Studio 7”. 14231 Garden Rd, Suite 13 - all lessons by appointment only.
Piano, Keyboards, Synthesizers and Electronic Music
Sam has been studying the piano since he was very young, passing all of his proficiencies in college and continuing to study and practice to this day. He’s spent countless hours learning how to create and program sounds and use them in creative ways in various bands throughout his career. Visit the link to learn more.
Piano
Tracey has been studying piano both as a singer and composer and arranger for his entired musical career. Check out his bio!
Our beginner group piano class has been designed as a complete introduction to the piano. You’ll learn about the staff and reading music as well as the keys on the piano and even a few familiar songs!
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Our students come from all parts of San Diego county including Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Ramona, Rancho Penasquitos, Saber Springs, Black Mountain Ranch, Fairbanks Ranch, 4S Ranch, Scripps Ranch, Mira Mesa, Rancho Santa Fe, Carmel Valley, Carmel Mountain, Escondido, San Diego, and many further locations through online lessons!