Our San Marcos Staff
Hand-selected educators who make learning music fun, safe, and inspiring
At Leading Note Studios, our teachers are more than just musicians—they’re mentors. Every instructor is carefully chosen for their experience, professionalism, and ability to connect with students of all ages. With backgrounds that range from performing on national stages to advanced music degrees, they share one goal: making music an exciting and rewarding part of your family’s life.
ADAM U. 🎸Guitar, Drums, Bass, Rock Bands
ANTONIO H. 🎸 Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele
BLANE A. 🎹 Piano & Voice
CHERRY Y. 🎻 Violin, Viola, Cello
ELLIA E. 🎹 Adv. Piano
Finn M. 🎶 Voice, Piano, & Guitar,
GEORGE V. 🎻 Piano, & Violin
GREG B. 🎶 Guitar, Drums, Clarinet, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Rock Bands
JANET R. 🎶 Guitar, Voice, Piano & Ukulele
JARED C. 🎹 Piano, & Beg. Accordian
JONAH C. ⭐️ Adv. Piano, Drums, Bass, Piano, Guitar
KIRRA I. 🎭 Piano, Voice, Guitar, Musical Theatre, Ukulele, Toddlers
KAELY Y. 🎤 Piano, Voice, Guitar & Ukulele
KIM T. 🎻 Flute, Voice, Piano, Violin, Piccolo, and Songwriting
MY-LINH 🎶 Piano, Voice & Ukulele
MARIO L. ⭐️ Voice, Piano, Musical Theatre, Trumpet
MATT J. 🎭 Voice, Saxophone, Musical Theatre, Beg Piano, Beg. Guitar & Front Desk Coordinator
MIKE R. 🎹 Piano, Voice
MITCHELL R. 🎷 Saxophone, Voice, Clarinet
SUSAN S. 💕 Voice, Piano, Ukulele, Toddlers
SYDNEY A. 🎹 Piano, Voice, Ukulele & Toddlers
TIM A. 🎸 Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Ukulele, Banjo
VAUGHN R. 🎸 Guitar, Piano, Drums, Ukulele, Bass
Victor G. 🎸Guitar, Drums, Bass, Ukulele, Toddlers, Rock Bands
VICTORIA N. 🥁 Piano, Drums, Voice, Guitar
Our Inner Office Coordinators
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Mo is one of the event planners behind Leading Note Studios and she owns her own independent record label! With a background in preschool teaching, she brings a unique perspective to music education, making learning fun and engaging. When she’s not busy running the studio, you can find her cooking up delicious meals or diving into her latest scrapbook project. Excitingly, she’s also taking her first music lessons, connecting even deeper with her passion for music. With a degree in psychology, Mo combines her artistic endeavors with valuable insights into people and creativity. We're thrilled to have her vibrant energy and expertise at Leading Note Studios!
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Since joining Leading Note Studios in March 2023, Miranda has brought her creativity and passion for music to our team. As a proud new mom to her daughter born in September 2023, she balances her roles with grace and enthusiasm. Miranda enjoys drawing and scrapbooking, making time for her artistic pursuits amidst the joys of motherhood. Currently pursuing a degree in business administration, she also holds an AA in social communication and behavioral science, adding a unique perspective to our studio. We're excited to have her on board, contributing her talents and insights to the vibrant community at Leading Note Studios!
Our Fearless Leaders
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Camille Hastings founded Leading Note Studios in Encinitas in 2009, starting with just five students. She expanded to San Marcos in 2020, and in 2021, the studio was named “National Music School of the Year.”A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Camille has performed with legends like Barry Manilow and Vince Gill. She is also the author of From Passion to Profit: The Part-Time Music Teacher's Guide to a Six-Figure Income, a practical guide for educators looking to build a thriving music career.
Outside of music, Camille enjoys gardening, baking, and riding her Indian Scout motorcycle. Married for 30 years and a mother of three, she continues to share her passion for music and community.
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Marissa has been part of our team since October 2020. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music Business, she brings both passion and professionalism to everything she does. A talented musician, Marissa plays piano, guitar, and loves to sing.
Outside of teaching, she enjoys perfecting her sourdough recipe and savoring a great cup of coffee. She was recently married in July 2024—and somehow managed to attend 15 weddings in the same year!
With her vibrant energy, warm spirit, and musical talent, Marissa is a cherished member of our team. And the excitement continues—she and her husband are expecting their first child in October 2025!