School of Music

Guitarist, composer, arranger and musical director Lily Maase was born in Corrales, New Mexico and educated at the University of North Texas and  California Institute of the Arts.  She is the daughter of session guitarist and educator Steve Maase (1946-2016), whose roots in the... Continue reading »

As a gifted solo recitalist and ensemble performer, harpsichordist PATRICIA MABEE has been hailed regularly by audiences and critics for her virtuosity, flawless technique, and outstanding performances. She has been featured frequently as a soloist with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, where... Continue reading »

Born and raised in the Tohoku (東北) area in Japan and having lived in Tokyo as well, Kozue is now based in the Los Angeles area. She has played the koto since she was three years old under Ikuta-ryu (生田流) Miyagi-kai　(宮城会) and holds a semi-master title (準師範). She has also played the shamisen and... Continue reading »

LA-based composer/violinist/violist/baroque violinist Andrew McIntosh has a unique and multifaceted career spanning solo, chamber, and early music engagements across the US and in Europe. His compositions have been described as “a shining example of the... Continue reading »

Christine Meinders is an emerging technologies designer who uses collaborative design approaches to create AI design tools and develop community-driven, social AI projects, from a cultural perspective. Continue reading »

Ecuadorian multi-percussionist, composer, and teaching artist.  Strongly influenced by Latin American culture, she has played in numerous ensembles fusing traditional music from Latin America and world music with new music and jazz, including Atemporal (USA), the CalArts Salsa Band,... Continue reading »