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Instructors & Staff

Roman Goddard, Guitar instructor/Owner

Roman Goddard

 

  • Owner/Founder

  • Guitar & Strings, Instrument Exploration, Voice, Piano, Beginner Drums

  • Experienced with Special Needs 

  • Contracted with: Stellar, Redding Collegiate Academy, Shasta Charter Academy, Evergreen Institute of Excellence, Whitmore, Redding School of the Arts.

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Roman was born and raised in the Northern California city of Redding. He first learned to play guitar in the fourth grade. By fifth grade he was playing drums, followed by Trumpet in sixth, and saxophone in eighth. His passion for music grew over the years, and by eighteen he was consistently playing and writing music. He studied music at Shasta College, Pasadena City College, and Musician's Institute. He also studied teaching at Sonoma State University. ​ Roman has always enjoyed teaching and previously taught statistics, pre-calculus, and gymnastics. He began teaching music lessons in 2018 and has experience teaching guitar, bass, basic piano, music theory, and vocals. He enjoys working with both children and adults. Along with teaching music, he also produces and performs as a singer, rhythm guitarist, and bassist for the band 3 A.M. ST whom he has been with since 2016. In addition, he played bass and provided backup vocals for the band Springfeel'd of which he was apart of from 2017-2021 when he moved back to Northern California. ​ Roman has performed at various venues including The Viper Room and The Rainbow Room in Hollywood, Mariachi Plaza in Down Town Los Angeles, The Glendale Bowling Alley, and Pacifica Cantina among others. He has performed for both private and public events including the Kite Festival and weddings.

Allison Goddard, Admin/Owner

Allison Goddard

 

  • Co-Owner/Founder

  • Administrative Support

  • Group Facilitator

BIO

Even if you haven’t met her, she’s probably played a role in your lessons in some way. Alli is the person behind the scenes connecting the dots between the needs of our community and how our business can help meet them. With degrees in Social Science and Behavioral Science, a Bachelor's in Psychology, and Master's of Social Work combined with over 15 years of working for non-profits and community service organizations, her heart for serving others is unmatched. You might find Alli co-teaching one of our group classes!

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Rose Melendez

  • Clarinet, Flute, Piano, Voice, and Instrument Exploration

  • Experience with Special Needs

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • Group Class Facilitator

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

With a musical journey spanning over two decades, Rose Melendez brings a wealth of diverse experience to the studio. Her passion for music began at age 6 in show choir, eventually leading to a specialization in the clarinet and bass clarinet. Rose pursued a rigorous formal education, beginning at community college before transferring to the University of the Pacific. There, she spent three years in the Music Education program before earning a BA in Music with a Minor in Business Administration. This background provided Rose with instructional training across the entire orchestral and band spectrum—including all woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, guitar, and piano. Specializing in teaching students ages 5 to 12, Rose offers lessons in Clarinet, Flute, Piano, and Voice. She believes that every person deserves the opportunity to explore their creative voice and discover the joy of making music.

Bradley Saunders, Trumpet and Drum Instructor

Bradley Saunders

  • Horns (Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba), Clarinet, Saxophone,  Piano, Bass Guitar, Flute, Violin, Ukulele, Voice,  Drums, Theory,Instrument Exploration), and Music Production

  • Experienced with Special Needs

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • Brand Prep & Supplementation

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Bradley Saunders, a native of Mount Shasta, began his musical journey with flute and percussion before discovering his passion for the trumpet in high school. Inspired by jazz musician Fred Wichmann, Bradley pursued music studies at College of the Siskiyous and Southern Oregon University, later focusing on band methods and conducting at Fresno Pacific University. With extensive experience teaching music in Southern California and Alaska, Bradley believes music is accessible to all who dedicate time to it. He has played lead trumpet for The Four Freshmen, performed in musicals, and produced original music. As a record producer, he has worked with local bands and produced demos for sheet music clients. Bradley also serves as CEO of Timberline Music Company, a sheet music publisher.

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Joseph Murray

  • Trombone Specialty, Banjo, Guitar, Instrument Exploration

  • Experience with Special Needs

  • Group Class Facilitator

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Joseph is a Northern California–based music educator, composer, trombonist, and vocalist. He has performed with the Sacramento Choral Society, Oakland Symphony Chorus, Wayne Bergeron, Frank Ticheli, and Andrea Bocelli, as well as local musicians throughout the Redding area. An experienced instructor, Joseph teaches both private and group music lessons for students of all ages. His early exposure to a wide range of genres sparked his passion for composition and performance. He earned his bachelor’s degree in music theory and composition from CSU Sacramento. Joseph lives in Shingletown, California, where he teaches, performs, and writes for various ensembles. In his free time, he enjoys biking, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

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Maksim "Max" Kim

  • Percussion, Piano

  • Experience with Special Needs

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Max Kim was born and raised in Uzbekistan, where he began studying music at the age of five. He received 9 years of professional music education at the V. Uspensky Republican Specialized Lyceum, where he trained in percussion and piano. At 16, Max moved to Northern California to continue his musical journey. He has been teaching private lessons for the past three years, working with students of different ages and levels. Max is currently a member of the Shasta College Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Jeff Specht and previously performed with the Uzbekistan Youth Symphony Orchestra, including appearances at international festivals in Sochi and Moscow.

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Zekariah "Zak" Keele

  • Guitar (Acoustic & Electric), Bass Guitar, Drums, Voice, Instrument Exploration

  • Experience with Special Needs

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Zak was born in Southern Oregon and raised in Northern California, where his passion for music sparked at age 14 after discovering bands like Metallica, Black Sabbath, and Iron Maiden. Since then, he’s dedicated himself to mastering and teaching guitar, vocals, bass, and drums. Over the past seven years, Zak has built a reputation as both a skilled musician and instructor. Trained under Dan Frost of Frost’s School of Music and Redding’s Ashley Black, he combines technical precision with real-world performance experience. As the founder and frontman of Black Mantis, one of Northern California’s top local metal bands, Zak has led and performed in live shows across the region. Beyond performing and instrumental instruction, he also produces solo work, teaches songwriting and music production, and operates his own repair shop specializing in guitars, basses, and amps. With a strong foundation in music, business, and craftsmanship, Zak brings creativity, discipline, and expertise to every lesson.

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Helena Gelfor

  • Viola, Violin, Beginner Classical Guitar, Piano, Ukulele

  • Experience with Special Needs

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Helena Gelfor studied violin performance in Mussorgsky School of Music, St. Petersburg, Russia. She has been teaching music since 2005, working with students of all ages and abilities. She had performed in the Bay Area with Nova Vista Symphony, Winchester Symphony, Saratoga Symphony, and had served as a concertmaster with Campbell Community Chamber Orchestra. Helena currently performs with Shasta Symphony under direction of Dr. Jeff Specht, and several smaller local ensembles.

*Goddard Music Requires All Instructors To Pass State And Federal Background Clearance Prior To Accepting Students
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Jaxon Holloway

  • Guitar (Acoustic & Electric), Bass Guitar, Instrument Exploration

  • Accepts FNRC Self Determination & School Vendor Contracts

  • All Ages Welcome

BIO

Jaxon, a Redding, CA native, began his musical journey at age 10, initially studying piano and flute before finding his place in the lower brass section of his middle school band. He explored a range of instruments including trombone, euphonium, baritone, saxophone, and trumpet, and performed in orchestras and small ensembles from a young age. His foundation in both classical and jazz led him to pursue guitar and, by age 15, deepen his understanding of music theory, bass guitar, and percussion. At 16, Jaxon co-founded the band Bottle of Summer, performing at local venues and organizing shows. He has since collaborated on diverse projects spanning indie, hip-hop, and jazz fusion, and has been composing original music since age 13. A two-time state competitor, he has also shared his music through community performances. He aims to inspire students of all ages by fostering creativity, growth, and a genuine love for music.

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