Danielle is a classically trained musician specializing in vocal technique, piano, music theory and analysis, and flute. As a trauma-informed music educator with over 30 years of industry experience, Danielle is dedicated to fostering musical literacy and resilience in learners of all ages and skill levels.

Alec has been playing and learning a variety of string instruments for 20 years now, starting on the viola in elementary school and continuing through college where he studied the viola at TX State under the guidance of Dr. Ames Asbell, and played in Texas State’s orchestra.

Jessica Cowan, a highly accomplished music educator with a classical background in voice and piano.
Jessica’s students have achieved remarkable success, including lead roles in theatrical productions, high ranks in Solo Ensemble competitions, and winning talent show performances. Learn More.

Francis McGrath has been playing piano since 1982. He has performed solo all over Austin: at restaurants, hotels, bars, coffee shops, airports, nursing homes, real estate open houses, grocery stores, landfills, book shops, and private parties.Since 1987, he has also played keyboards/synthesizers in dozens of bands, including rock, pop, jazz, folk, singer-songwriters, Celtic, and even TV theme songs.

We’re excited to welcome Jake Markman-Fox to The Musician’s Woodshed! Jake is a highly skilled woodwind and piano instructor with a passion for sharing his love of music. Experienced Musician: Jake has been playing saxophone for 13 years and holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Oklahoma, where he studied with renowned musicians Dr. Jonathan Nichol and Professor Jay Wilkinson.

Cary has been playing guitar and bass since he was 12 and piano for about 5 years. He grew up learning songs by Metallica, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath and other thrash rock bands. He went to college to study classical guitar in Arizona and California, which greatly influenced his approach on how to most effectively study and practice the instrument.

Jerry Abah is a passionate and experienced music educator, pianist, and worship leader with over two decades of experience in performance, music instruction, and music ministry. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music with a major in Piano and Music Production,

Olubunmi Olarinde is a passionate music educator and performing artist dedicated to helping students discover joy and confidence through music. With a strong background in voice and piano, she has taught children and adults of all ages, 

Megan Ross is an experienced vocal and piano instructor with over 22 years of vocal training and performance experience. With a rich background in opera, musical theatre, and classical music, Megan brings both technical expertise and artistic passion to every lesson.

Adam has been singing and playing guitar for over thirty-five years. He has collaborated with Grammy-nominated songwriter and folk singer Tom Brosseau, multi-Grammy nominated producer John Moyer from Disturbed, and composer/producer Jason Schimmel from Red Fiction and Secret Chiefs 3.