Abigail is from Lehi, Utah, and has been playing violin since 2012, and the viola since 2018. Currently, Abigail is playing in the viola section in the Southern Utah University symphony, with a music minor in progress. When Abigail isn't playing music, she likes to mountain bike, hike, bake, fly planes, and sew.
Anna was given her first flute at age 10, and despite brief explorations into other instruments it has remained a constant in her life. She has performed as a soloist at all levels from elementary to college, and has experience in marching and concert band, orchestra and various small ensembles. When not teaching Anna spends her time working at the local Heritage Center Theater, reading, crocheting, and spending time with her husband Justin.
Lara grew up in the Cedar City area and is currently a student attending Southern Utah University. She has been playing piano since she was 10 years old. She loves music and uses music as an outlet for expressing herself and connecting with other people. Lara takes an individualized approach to teaching each student depending on what they may need at the time. Her main goal with her students is to provide a comprehensive education while encouraging them to pursue their own interests when it comes to music. She welcomes all students of any age, skill level, and background!
Marisa has been playing the piano for 40 years and teaching for 16. She has lived in Cedar for two decades now, but is originally from Logan, “the most beautiful place in the state.” Marisa also works as a reading aide at Enoch Elementary and enjoys her job there! She loves to create and use games in her lessons to solidify concepts that are being taught. She enjoys playing duets with her children, as well as Beethoven, William Joseph, and songs from musicals. In her free time, Marisa likes to watch sunsets, read, crochet, work out, take long walks with friends and plan game nights and dinners for her family. She believes that encouraging a love for music, in any form or on any instrument, will benefit students for their entire lifetime. “It is something that you can do when you are alone, or with friends, when you are young or old, and it brings so much happiness.”
Sarya is from Woodruff, Arizona, and has been singing her entire life. She is currently majoring in Theatre Arts at SUU with a minor in psychology. When Sarya isn’t singing, she is acting, watching movies, napping, doing crafts, and photography.
Coming from Gilbert, Arizona where she studied Vocal Performance at Mesa Community College, Carrington is excited to be a part of the Cedar Music team! She has performed in a variety of shows/concerts including: Shrek the Musical, Beauty and the Beast, Broadway Solos Showcase, and others! Having experience as both a solo and group/ensemble performer, Carrington has loved performing a wide range of styles from classical, musical theater, and modern pop.
Anna is the trombone instructor here. She has over ten years of trombone experience and five years of baritone experience. In her spare time she loves doing photography and watching horror movies. She can’t wait to meet you!
Dave has been playing the guitar for over twenty-five years. He loves and plays almost any music that features a guitar - from the blues, folk and outlaw country, to rock and roll, heavy metal, punk, and grunge. Dave is newer to teaching guitar, but not to teaching. He's spent over fifteen years teaching college creative writing. In addition to playing the guitar with a couple Arizona bands during the warmer months, Dave spends much of his leisure time drawing, painting, sculpting, and hanging out with his dog, Frasier. His current dream is to start a band in Cedar.
Music has always been a passion for Stryder, and he has played some sort of instrument for as long as he can remember. Drums quickly became a focal point for him, and he has been playing them for six years. Jazz band was his favorite in high school, but he also played various percussion instruments for the high school symphonic band. He and his family have performed for family and county events in his hometown, Morgan, Utah. He believes in teaching music as a language, and helping students find expression in their own style. He encourages students to be curious and try new things, and to learn from mistakes, while not being afraid of them. Stryder also has a passion for astronomy, a love for the outdoors, and enjoys the adventure of life!
Sheldon has been playing drums for 10+ years in a variety of situations and styles. He plays in several local bands and is currently a student at SUU studying percussion. After school Sheldon hopes to work his way into the studio and touring scene in Nashville! Some of his biggest influences come from metal music including Sleep Token and Currents. Outside of music Sheldon enjoys spending time with his wife camping, climbing and watching their favorite shows.
Hunter is from Moapa Valley, Nevada. He has played the guitar since 2018 and taught lessons off and on since 2021. With that guitar, he wooed the love of his life and married her in January of 2024. Hunter is a student at Southern Utah University and a soldier in the Utah Army National Guard.