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About the Teachers
Stevielyn Raine Munoz is a classical guitarist from the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. She began taking lessons with classical guitarist James Hunley in 2007, and through his support and guidance she has discovered her passion for playing the guitar. Through her studies with James, she has also studied with both Pepe Romero and Celin Romero. Stevielyn was a winner of the Randy Rhodes Scholarship, has performed masterclasses for Pepe Romero, Celin Romero, Celino Romero, Xuefei Yang and Ana Vidovic. She was one of three opening performers for Ana Vidovic in 2017, along with Pepe and Celino Romero in 2018.In 2019, she also opened for "Virtuosas of the Guitar," a dual concert with Ana Vidovic and Xuefei Yang. All of these benefit concerts were sponsored and supported by EDM Services, Brian Payne, James Hunley, and all of the members of the James Hunley Guitar Studio, which raised over $65,000 in scholarships for guitar students!
In addition, she had the honor and privilege of receiving a scholarship from Marc and Eva Stern, two of LA's greatest music philanthropists. She loves performing and has committed herself to becoming a professional classical guitarist with the continued mentoring of James Hunley. She graduated from California State University Los Angeles in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music, and plans to pursue her graduate degree in Music.
Stevielyn Munoz
James Hunley
"I’ve been teaching guitar for 35 years, and I’ve never been more in love with the instrument than I am today. I don’t teach the guitar as a side gig to make money; it’s a calling for me to guide, encourage, and support my students"
James Hunley's early studies were with Miguel Bernal, a student of Andres Segovia. At age 16, he began studying with Professor Frank Koonce at ASU.
Mr. Hunley was awarded a full sponsorship to SFCM by Texas oilman, Hal Noelke. After the Conservatory, James spent 3 years cross referencing 17 major guitar schools, page by page, to outline the essential elements of technique that they all had in common.
James finished his studies with his close friend and mentor, Pepe Romero.
In 1992, he began recording the first of his CD's with Alta Nova records. His music video, "La Catedral" was seen nationally and internationally in prime time. James was the host of "The Acoustic Experience" television series and was the producer for Pepe Romeros" Recuerdos de la Alhambra" which won an Emmy award.
Mr. Hunley has performed over 500 paid solo and orchestral concerts to critical acclaim. One performance of the Vivaldi Concerto prompted critic Robert Massula to write, "His delivery of the Vivaldi was exquisite, beautifully phrased, amazingly subtle and incredibly sure."
Mr. Hunley is considered to be the best guitar teacher in Los Angeles by many world class guitarists including Pepe Romero.
While living in Los Angeles, Mr. Hunley taught (and teaches) Oscar/ Golden Globe Winning Actors, Producers,Writers and Members of the Stunt community.
James Hunley's students have a record of success, with several being accepted to highly esteemed institutions such as The San Francisco Conservatory of Music, University of Southern California and Pepperdine. His students have been awarded scholarships totaling over $180,000, a testament to their hard work and dedication. Additionally, one of his youth students recently placed in the GFA competition, showcasing the exceptional talent and training amongst his students.
www.hunleyguitarstudioflorida.com
Brian started music at a young age with piano and drums. As a matter of fact, his mother said she would hear him humming Beethoven’s 9th symphony even before his first words.
At age 13, he picked up a lot of instruments before he eventually settled on the electric guitar. Some of his first influences were Van Halen, Steve Vai, Jeff Beck, The Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. He later got into alternative and grunge with bands like Soundgarden and Nirvana.
Brian has played all over the USA. He has played the historic CBGB’s the Mercury Lounge and others. He is an accomplished session musician as well as stage musician.
Brian also had the pleasure of training with some of the best musicians and guitar players in the world including: Gary Hoey, Bruce Bartlett (famous Jazz musician and teacher of Garey Hoey) and prestigious music instructor Charlie Banacos.
Brian attended Berklee School of Music, one of the premier schools for musicians in the world, where he graduated with a degree in Jazz composition.
Brian is a well rounded and well trained musician of the highest calibre who can teach you anything you want to know about the guitar.
www.briansilverman.com
Brian Silverman
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