Nick Ikeda - Owner/Instructor (Roseville/Rocklin)
Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums, Mandolin, Ukulele, Theory
Hello! Two of my greatest passions in life are teaching and music. I picked up the guitar over 18 years ago and since then have picked up the bass, drums, keyboard, ukulele, mandolin, banjo and have spent a good deal of time recording in my home studio. I have studied music at Sierra College, been in bands and choirs, as well as played for musicals. I have also played on many church worship teams and have led and still lead on occasion. In addition to private lessons I was the music teacher at Trinity Christian School for 4 years teaching in the classroom for grades K-12. I also currently teach and organize the after school music program at Adventure Christian School in Rocklin and have strong ties to Bayside Church. Music has always been such a big part of my life and this passion of mine has led me to open Spotlight Music Lessons 7 years ago to share this love with others. My teaching experience includes students of all ages (including special needs) learning anything from Billie Eilish, to the Beatles, to Hillsong, to Metallica! My teaching style caters to each individual keeping them engaged and wanting to come back to learn more. Learning should be both educational and FUN. There is nothing better than that feeling of strumming your first chord, playing that first drum beat, or completing your first song. I am honored and excited to be able to share this journey with you!
Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums, Mandolin, Ukulele, Theory
Hello! Two of my greatest passions in life are teaching and music. I picked up the guitar over 18 years ago and since then have picked up the bass, drums, keyboard, ukulele, mandolin, banjo and have spent a good deal of time recording in my home studio. I have studied music at Sierra College, been in bands and choirs, as well as played for musicals. I have also played on many church worship teams and have led and still lead on occasion. In addition to private lessons I was the music teacher at Trinity Christian School for 4 years teaching in the classroom for grades K-12. I also currently teach and organize the after school music program at Adventure Christian School in Rocklin and have strong ties to Bayside Church. Music has always been such a big part of my life and this passion of mine has led me to open Spotlight Music Lessons 7 years ago to share this love with others. My teaching experience includes students of all ages (including special needs) learning anything from Billie Eilish, to the Beatles, to Hillsong, to Metallica! My teaching style caters to each individual keeping them engaged and wanting to come back to learn more. Learning should be both educational and FUN. There is nothing better than that feeling of strumming your first chord, playing that first drum beat, or completing your first song. I am honored and excited to be able to share this journey with you!
Evelyn J. Robinson B.A./M.S. (Rocklin)
Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Theory
Evelyn has an extensive background in music performance and education covering the past 35 years. She holds two Bachelor degrees in both Music and Education, a Masters Degree in Educational Administration, and is fully accredited with Life Credentials through the Association of Christian Schools International. She has taught choral music, musical theater, private voice, guitar, music theory and music appreciation in different capacities for students ages 4 to 84! Her choral groups in church, school, and community formats, both in California and Texas have received multiple Gold and Silver ratings in performance competitions in both the US and Canada. In addition, her choirs have been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall as well as several international venues including Austria, Romania, Germany, England, Spain, China and more.
Evelyn has coached soloists in competitions in classical, gospel, Broadway/musical theater, and worship categories with many receiving gold and silver awards at a national and state level. Many of her students have had successful auditions landing roles in musicals such as Les Miserables, Wizard of Oz, Junie B Jones, Matilda, the Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and more!
Evelyn bring a love of music to each of her students. She adapts a learning program to the individual student so that students have a unique learning experience. Her Motto, "Awaken the Artistry Within", is a challenge given to each students, to discover their artistic abilities while having fun with music.
Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Theory
Evelyn has an extensive background in music performance and education covering the past 35 years. She holds two Bachelor degrees in both Music and Education, a Masters Degree in Educational Administration, and is fully accredited with Life Credentials through the Association of Christian Schools International. She has taught choral music, musical theater, private voice, guitar, music theory and music appreciation in different capacities for students ages 4 to 84! Her choral groups in church, school, and community formats, both in California and Texas have received multiple Gold and Silver ratings in performance competitions in both the US and Canada. In addition, her choirs have been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall as well as several international venues including Austria, Romania, Germany, England, Spain, China and more.
Evelyn has coached soloists in competitions in classical, gospel, Broadway/musical theater, and worship categories with many receiving gold and silver awards at a national and state level. Many of her students have had successful auditions landing roles in musicals such as Les Miserables, Wizard of Oz, Junie B Jones, Matilda, the Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and more!
Evelyn bring a love of music to each of her students. She adapts a learning program to the individual student so that students have a unique learning experience. Her Motto, "Awaken the Artistry Within", is a challenge given to each students, to discover their artistic abilities while having fun with music.
Meredith Barnack B.A. (Rocklin)
Voice and Piano
Meredith has been singing since she was 11 years old. She got her start in music when she joined her middle school choir, and since then has fallen in love with the art of singing. She has performed with different school choirs during her time as a student, including the William Jessup University Choir and Orchestra, where she also had the opportunity to co-lead the soprano section her senior year. Meredith earned her B.A. in Music with an emphasis in vocal performance from William Jessup University in 2016. She has been able to study different genres, from pop and gospel to show tunes and classical. Meredith loves to teach students of all ages and believes music is for anyone! She currently leads worship at Fair Oaks Church.
Voice and Piano
Meredith has been singing since she was 11 years old. She got her start in music when she joined her middle school choir, and since then has fallen in love with the art of singing. She has performed with different school choirs during her time as a student, including the William Jessup University Choir and Orchestra, where she also had the opportunity to co-lead the soprano section her senior year. Meredith earned her B.A. in Music with an emphasis in vocal performance from William Jessup University in 2016. She has been able to study different genres, from pop and gospel to show tunes and classical. Meredith loves to teach students of all ages and believes music is for anyone! She currently leads worship at Fair Oaks Church.
Allie Northcutt - Instructor (Roseville)
Guitar, Cello, Songwriting, Ukulele, Piano
Hello! My name is Allie Northcutt and I love teaching and learning. I have played guitar for 20 years and cello for 10 years. My music journey began in New Orleans, LA where I picked up the cello in the 3rd grade. After moving to the Sacramento area I played in the Sacramento Youth Symphony until I met the guitar. At 15 years old I began playing guitar and have not stopped learning ever since! In addition to playing guitar and cello I also sing, play ukulele and piano and enjoy trying out any instrument I can get my hands on. I have led and played on many church worship teams including the development of youth worship bands and I have taught private guitar and ukulele lessons to both youth and adults. I rediscovered my love for the cello during the COVID stay at home orders, after a 15 year hiatus, where I began reading music and playing the cello again. Now I regularly serve playing cello in my church orchestra and even had the opportunity to record an original cello part for an indie rock band. I love collaborating with other musicians and songwriting and I enjoy all kinds of music from folk to classical. In addition to music, I am a former high school social science teacher and a mom of three young kids. My teaching philosophy is student centered, allowing students to be engaged in the learning process, making the learning and teaching fun. I look forward to making music with you! Soli Deo gloria.
Guitar, Cello, Songwriting, Ukulele, Piano
Hello! My name is Allie Northcutt and I love teaching and learning. I have played guitar for 20 years and cello for 10 years. My music journey began in New Orleans, LA where I picked up the cello in the 3rd grade. After moving to the Sacramento area I played in the Sacramento Youth Symphony until I met the guitar. At 15 years old I began playing guitar and have not stopped learning ever since! In addition to playing guitar and cello I also sing, play ukulele and piano and enjoy trying out any instrument I can get my hands on. I have led and played on many church worship teams including the development of youth worship bands and I have taught private guitar and ukulele lessons to both youth and adults. I rediscovered my love for the cello during the COVID stay at home orders, after a 15 year hiatus, where I began reading music and playing the cello again. Now I regularly serve playing cello in my church orchestra and even had the opportunity to record an original cello part for an indie rock band. I love collaborating with other musicians and songwriting and I enjoy all kinds of music from folk to classical. In addition to music, I am a former high school social science teacher and a mom of three young kids. My teaching philosophy is student centered, allowing students to be engaged in the learning process, making the learning and teaching fun. I look forward to making music with you! Soli Deo gloria.
Johnathan Foster - Instructor (Roseville)
Guitar, Piano, Ukulele
What’s up, I’m Jonathan! I’ve been playing guitar and making music for over 7 years now. I love learning and listening to new styles and enjoy diving into the history of my favorite artists like Stevie Wonder. My passion for music and guitar came about when I would collect cds from places like Dimple records and furthered when I started listening to bands like YES and Black Sabbath. In the past I’ve helped teach kids guitar & art lessons at Sac Prep Music Academy and shown them how music and art changes lives! I’m self taught and love learning and challenging myself with new skills and concepts. To me the most rewarding part of music is the enjoyment and fun that it brings to me and others . I can’t wait to start sharing and bring that passion and fun to you too!
Guitar, Piano, Ukulele
What’s up, I’m Jonathan! I’ve been playing guitar and making music for over 7 years now. I love learning and listening to new styles and enjoy diving into the history of my favorite artists like Stevie Wonder. My passion for music and guitar came about when I would collect cds from places like Dimple records and furthered when I started listening to bands like YES and Black Sabbath. In the past I’ve helped teach kids guitar & art lessons at Sac Prep Music Academy and shown them how music and art changes lives! I’m self taught and love learning and challenging myself with new skills and concepts. To me the most rewarding part of music is the enjoyment and fun that it brings to me and others . I can’t wait to start sharing and bring that passion and fun to you too!
Wesley Laumer - Instructor (Roseville/Rocklin)
Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Drums
Growing up as the son of a worship Pastor, Wesley has been surrounded by music since a young age. Wesley began playing multiple instruments, singing, and soon started playing on worship teams, in friend's bands, as well as leading his own. After getting an associate's in music, Wesley began teaching music at Trinity Christian School in Sacramento as well as writing, recording, and producing original music in his home studio. Pairing his associates in music, and bachelor's in psychology, Wesley loves to teach in a way that brings out each student's individual giftings and styles while helping them grow in their abilities and discipline.
Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Drums
Growing up as the son of a worship Pastor, Wesley has been surrounded by music since a young age. Wesley began playing multiple instruments, singing, and soon started playing on worship teams, in friend's bands, as well as leading his own. After getting an associate's in music, Wesley began teaching music at Trinity Christian School in Sacramento as well as writing, recording, and producing original music in his home studio. Pairing his associates in music, and bachelor's in psychology, Wesley loves to teach in a way that brings out each student's individual giftings and styles while helping them grow in their abilities and discipline.