Meet The Staff

	Joe Quattrocchi - Piano Joe has performed in rock and jazz festivals, classical and orchestral concerts, various California colleges, as well as the Sacramento, Bay Area and L.A. club scenes. He has also been rehearsal pianist and director for various musicals, a lead church pianist and head organist, a vocal and instrumental accompanist, in addition to freelance gigging and recording credits in Sacramento and Hollywood. Joe has been teaching various styles of music, including classical, rock, contemporary, jazz and blues, to piano students of all ages and levels since 1999.
	Colleen Kobussen - Piano, Voice Classically trained but a lover of all styles of music, Colleen began teaching piano lessons to children and adults almost 20 years ago. After graduating summa cum laude from UC Berkeley, she became one of the top professional piano accompanists in San Francisco, Salzburg, and eventually New York City, where she accompanied for voice studios at Mannes College of Music and the Juilliard School. In New York, Colleen worked extensively as the studio pianist for the late Claire Alexander. Ms. Alexander was the voice teacher to many successful singers, such as Sinatra, Clooney, Belafonte, and others. Working at that studio crystallized Colleen's understanding of the principles and mechanics of the human voice, and over time, Ms. Alexander began referring voice students to her. As a vocal coach, Colleen can impart the warm-ups from the studios of world-class teachers; help with the fundamentals of intonation, enunciation, and phrasing; inventing great arrangements catered to you, your voice, and your style! We are glad she's part of the team at KGMC.
	Kathryn Pisaro - Piano, Oboe Kathryn received her Ph.D. in Musicology from Northwestern University. Throughout her career as a musician, she has worked with many notable artists, including Garth Brooks, The Moody Blues, Charlie Watts, Henry Mancini, and Ray Charles. When she isn't teaching at the KGMC, Kathryn teaches music history at the California Institute of the Arts (Cal Arts).
	Joanne Malfatti - Drums, Percussion Joanna received her BFA and MFA in music from California Institute of the Arts (Cal Arts) where she studied with drum masters Joe LaBarbera, Randy Gloss, John Bergamo, and Alfred Ladzekpo. She has performed with various jazz, R&B;, rock, Afro-Cuban, and African ensembles throughout the Los Angeles and Orange counties. Joanna is an experienced, patient instructor and teaches students of all ages and skill levels. She provides a positive learning environment while challenging students to reach their potential. Students gain skills that reach beyond drumming and musicianship, such as self confidence, focus, and overcoming negative thinking/behavior that impedes on one's success.
	Dan Stone - Drums, Piano, Recording After studying percussion at Mansfield University in Pennsylvania, Dan headed west to California where he graduated with honors from Musician's Institute. Because of his wide variety of playing styles, Dan is a top pick for session work when he's not performing on his own. Dan also heads a website which you can purchase custom drum tracks for your projects (www.drumstracksforyou.com). With our new addition, The Stage Door, Dan engineers some of the studio recording done at KGMC.
	Jenna Ford - Piano, Cello, Violin Jenna Ford is a graduate of the Master's College, holding a Bachelor of Music degree in Cello Performance. Her love for music started at a young age, beginning lessons at age 5 and learning both piano and violin before discovering her love for the cello. She has extensive training in music theory, music history, and chamber music from her time at the Victoria Conservatory of Music in British Columbia, and is excited to be on the KGMC team teaching what she is most passionate about!
	Marcela Campos - Guitar, Music Theory, Songwriting, Performance, A graduate fro Los Angeles Music Academy, Marcela hails from Belo Horizonte (Brazil), where she started her first notes on guitar at age 16. After taking private lessons with the renown brazilian guitar player Roger Franco for a while, she started playing on the scene of her city, and giving guitar lessons as well. Since 2008 she is engaged with the EXPOMUSIC (the biggest music product trade show from Latin America), where she has been performing for GNI Pedals. Marcela came to the US to sharpen her skills at Los Angeles Music Academy (LAMA), under the instruction of great players as Tariqh Akoni (Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Aretha Franklin, Carlos Santana, Joss Stone), Jody Fisher (Mike Stern, Joe Diorio, George Benson), Art Renshaw (Joe Pass, Frank Gambale), Philip Bynoe ( Steve Vai). KGMC is excited to have her on staff, and she eagar to teach YOU!
	Ron Munn - Brass, Woodwinds, Piano, Guitar, Music Theory Ron brings a unique skill set to KGMC, as he can play and teach a wide variety of popular instruments. A performer and songwriter, Ron has taught for over fifteen years in a wide range of styles. Students love him! The "Jack of all trades".
	Greg Kupka - Violin, Guitar, Bass, Recording From Monterey Jazz Festival Performer to Downbeat's 2000 Studio Orchestra Category Winner, Greg keeps himself busy with music projects and teaching at KGMC. Already an accomplished player and composer, getting students playing their instruments right away is just another of Greg's talents.
	Lainey White - Violin Lainey began studying the violin at age 9 and quickly developed a strong passion for performing and teaching. From a very young age, Lainey knew that she wanted to build her career in the music industry and has established a very successful studio of students, as well as consistent performances and recording gigs for many local artists and groups. With extensive training in many styles of music including classical, fiddle, jazz, and theater, along with a strong knowledge of music theory and history, Lainey is passionate about extending the joy of learning and playing the violin to her students. She is excited and honored to be on board with the educators at KGMC to help spread this joy with student musicians!
	Anna Wray - Drums, Percussion, Piano Anna received her BA in music from Mills College in music performance, studying with percussionist William Winant, and now pursuing her MFA in performance at California Institute of the Arts. An active member of the William Winant Percussion Group, Anna teaches instruction for drum set, snare drum, mallet instruments and piano, in styles that include rock, classical, funk and ragtime. Her teaching focuses on technique. Integrating essential fundamentals at an early stage of practice, allows students to more readily improvise and develop their own voice. As with any study, Anna is trying to foster a love for music, the instrument, mastery, persistence, and musicality.
	Antony DiGennaro - Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, Ukulele, Piano, Banjo, Harmonica Antony DiGennaro is a songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist. Antony's unique songs and compositions draw from a blend of influences ranging from early American folk music to techniques culled from the 20th century experimental tradition. To date, he has released several albums as a soloist, leader and sideman as well as many scores for independent film. His debut record 'A Lonesome Fog: New Music for Solo Guitars' was released in 2008 on pfMentum Records to some critical acclaim. His most recent ensemble, Tears of the Moosechaser, has been garnering a local following in the Los Angeles area as of late with the recent release of 'Songs for a Sinister Woman'. Antony is also a member several performing groups including the heavy metal trio known as Whale and The Feedback Wave Riders, an improvisational collective involving some of the Los Angeles area's finest instrumentalists.
	Frank Josephs - Piano, Music Theory, Recording Frank comes to KGMC with a vast knowledge of piano performance and music theory. As a musician Frank has work with artist such as, Dixie Dregs, Steve Vai, Air Supply, and the Dazz Band. His mixing and mastering skills have landed credits on FOX News, So You Think You Can Dance, MTV Undressed, American Idol, Criminal Minds, and CSI.
	Angel Yu - Voice, Piano, Music Theory Angel joins the teaching staff at KGMC with a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance from Cal State Long Beach. Her strong background in performance will engage any student's interest and prepare them for performing whateve they want to. Maybe you caught her backing up the Rolling Stones when they played Los Angeles in 2013.
	Dave Lemasters - Guitar, Bass, Songwriting, Performance, GIGMASTERZ Having performed with various bands from the early 80's, Dave is a hands-on guy. He has opened for artists such as BTO, Bad Company, Three Dog Night, Kansas, and The Gin Blossoms. Moving from Ohio, he has settled in Southern California and has been actively teaching and working in the studio on various movie soundtracks. His styles include Rock, Pop, Jazz, and Country. Dave also heads up our Gigmasterz Program, where he mentors 3-4 bands and prepares them for a live performance.
	Angela DeSantis - Piano, Voice, Guitar Angela comes to KGMC with a host of experience in vocal performance and piano teaching. Graduating cum laude from the Master's College, Angela has done work on several music productions in the Santa Clarita Valley, both performing and doing production work behind the scenes.
	Jason McKay - KGMC Manager, Head Repair Technician Jason is a multi-instrumentalist, with an emphasis on guitar and saxophone. He's a Music Business graduate from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, performing professionally since high school. When it comes to gear, Jason is the person you want to talk to. His familiarity with guitars, amps, and pedals takes the hassle out of setting up your rig. When your guitar is feeling sick, Jason is one of SCV's top guitar technicians. He treats your instrument like it's his own, covering everything from restringing to custom wirings.
	Penny Weber - Customer Service Penny is 200% Customer Service. Her enthusiasm for working with students and parents combined with her cheerful personality makes those hectic paper-work days go fast.
	Dennis Weber - Guitar, Piano, Bass, Song Writing, Vocal Coaching, Repair Tech, Recording Engineer, MIDI Programming The owner of KGMC, Dennis has a degree in Music Composition, which has helped him land his songs on national TV. Prior to opening KGMC in 1989, Dennis was a district manager for the largest piano retailer in the U.S., so his knowledge of both acoustic and digital pianos is vast. He also works with local musicians with songwriting and composition; and when he's not helping customers or teaching students, his time is split between playing guitar with The DNA Band performing for corporate events and weddings, being the resident drummer at his church in Acton, or working on music projects in his studio. Dennis also helps engineer some of the studio recording done at KGMC in our new Stage Door.