Our Instructors

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Nathaniel Villarreal

Owner & Founder

Anthem School of Music LLC was founded in 2007 By Nathaniel A. Villarreal as Anthem Studios. During one of the worst economic recessions in the Nation’s history, Nathaniel saw an opportunity to spread his concept and vision of enriching the lives of every student through the power of music. By customizing each lesson based on the learning styles of every student, Nathaniel could instruct, critique, and motivate his students to perform at the highest levels. In 2008 Nathaniel developed the quick start method for guitar which included and instructional DVD, Ready to Rock. By simplifying the instruction process Nathaniel and Anthem Studios quickly gained popularity as one of the best instructors and studios in San Antonio. The quick start method is still in use today, and allows students at any level to grasp musical concepts and retain musical knowledge. The Quick start method has been adapted and applied to all styles and instrument instruction at Anthem School of Music LLCAnthem School of Music LLC was founded in 2007 By Nathaniel A. Villarreal as Anthem Studios. During one of the worst economic recessions in the Nation’s history, Nathaniel saw an opportunity to spread his concept and vision of enriching the lives of every student through the power of music. By customizing each lesson based on the learning styles of every student, Nathaniel could instruct, critique, and motivate his students to perform at the highest levels. In 2008 Nathaniel developed the quick start method for guitar which included and instructional DVD, Ready to Rock. By simplifying the instruction process Nathaniel and Anthem Studios quickly gained popularity as one of the best instructors and studios in San Antonio. The quick start method is still in use today, and allows students at any level to grasp musical concepts and retain musical knowledge. The Quick start method has been adapted and applied to all styles and instrument instruction at Anthem School of Music LLC.

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krystal khali

instructor

Krystal Khali is a Musician's Institute graduate, producer, songwriter, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, scientist, and business developer. Ms. Khali was the touring guitarist for blues legend Guitar Shorty for the last ten years of his illustrious career. Other acts she has supported include Willie Chambers and The Red Elvises.

Ms. Khali has recently given keynotes at USC and UCLA , and is looking forward to bringing her unique perspective to @successuniversity on Youtube. Ms. Khali is currently leading the revitalization of Gimbel Brothers, an American retail company founded in 1842. Other business ventures include sitting on the board of Spacebourne Aerospace Corp, Crypto Labs Ltd, and Keep Music in Schools Foundation.

Ms. Khali is currently pursuing a Biomedical undergraduate degree with Penn State University. With this, Krystal hopes to continue development of a proprietary biological-based battery.

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Samantha Jimenez

Instructor

Samantha Jimenez interest in music and singing developed when she was only 5 years old, by the time she turned 8, she was singing for the crowds with Rondalla group in San Antonio, Tx. Singing has always been her passion. SammyMay has her music degree in vocal coaching from the University of Santa Cecilia of Arts and Science in Monterrey, MX. SammyMay is an expert with technique in musical theater and performance, she even made her own appearance on stage as ‘Rafiki’ from the The Lion King Musical in Monterrey, Mx. Diversity is welcomed with this instructor; jazz, blues, gospel, r&b, rock and more.

“I have learned that singing is not about just feeling but transmitting the emotion of the song.” - Samantha Jimenez

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Joel alderete

Instructor

My name is Joel Alderete, I am an Instructor and an Avid Music lover! I am 24 years old now and have been studying music for about 11 yrs. From a young age I always had music in my heart. I am trained classically as well as Mariachi and other latin/Spanish genres!I Currently play Violin as a primary, Guitar, Ukulele, Piano, Flute, and Sing of course!

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Cori Richards

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Cori is a guitar, percussion, vocal, and piano instructor with a bachelor's in music education. His main focus when is music theory and literacy; making his students capable to understand the music and play a variety of instruments. Outside of teaching Cori is a professional musician and vocalist in a local San Antonio band.

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Mike Carraway

Instructor

Mike Carraway has been performing in the music industry over 50 years. Starting guitar at age 12, he knew that was his life dream. Playing rock, country, and pop has been his focus for many years but has played other genres of music throughout his career. From Lubbock, Texas originally he has been in the Nashville Tennessee scene playing with artists with record contracts. He has videos on CMT and various television shows that show off his talents and experience in the music industry. Other musical interests include playing musicals and recording studio cuts. Other instruments include bass, mandolin, and ukulele. He taught 19 years at South Plains College Creative Arts Department teaching private lessons and different genres of ensemble bands. He earned his Associates of Applied Arts Commercial Music, Certificate of Proficiency, and Certificate of Advanced Proficiency at South Plains College and Texas Tech University. He currently lives in San Antonio playing with Grammy winner Jay Boy Adams, a songwriter from Texas.

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