Karina is a San Jose–born recording artist, songwriter, and engineer based in Oakland, California, with deep experience in both music creation and studio work. As the owner of Studio X Recording, she teaches students how songs come to life through recording, layering, and sound design, while emphasizing creativity and confidence in the studio.

Dame Drummer is a Grammy-winning producer and drummer with deep roots in rhythm, groove, and live performance. He helps students understand how drums, timing, and feel translate into beats inside digital music software. His teaching style emphasizes experimentation, collaboration, and building confidence through sound.

Darian Gray is a music producer and educator focused on the core building blocks of modern production. He helps students understand how beats, basslines, and song structure work together to create complete tracks. His teaching style supports exploration while reinforcing strong technical foundations.

Two32 is an artist, vocalist and producer who specializes in turning raw ideas into polished tracks. He teaches students the fundamentals of beat-making, arranging, and recording, guiding them step-by-step through the production process. His classes focus on creative problem-solving and trusting your ear.

Danny Saucedo is the former Education Director of Yeah, Art! and a pioneer of the organization’s music production program, helping shape the class from its earliest days. An acclaimed singer-songwriter, he brings real-world experience as a working artist who actively releases his own music.

Prentice Powell is a Grammy-nominated poet and producer who blends spoken word with music production. He teaches students how rhythm, pacing, and sound design can elevate language and storytelling. His classes help young artists find their voice and bring their words to life through music.

Mike Blankenship is an award-winning composer and music producer with extensive experience scoring for film, advertising, and cultural projects. He introduces students to professional production concepts like sound design, arrangement, and structure in an accessible way. His classes emphasize listening closely, working intentionally, and thinking like a producer.

Ja Ronn Thompson is a vocal director and educator with over 20 years of experience leading vocal ensembles and creative programs. He helps students connect songwriting, melody, and vocal production to modern music technology. His approach centers on collaboration, discipline, and finding your unique voice.

CJ Johnson, also known as Amre the Singer, is a multidisciplinary artist and music producer with a strong background in songwriting. He shows students how lyrics, melody, and emotion shape the production choices behind a song. His teaching encourages students to use music as a tool for self-expression and storytelling.