Our Learning Partners & Staff
Sarah Sillifant
Team Lead - Piano - Voice - Bass Guitar - Ukulele - Elementary Music
Sarah Sillifant is a music teacher, studio musician, and recording artist from Tehachapi, CA! She teaches piano, voice, bass guitar, ukulele, and elementary music lessons with The Well Music and Arts Foundation. She loves the next generation and seeing children of all ages equipped to lead, play/write excellent music, and know and understand who they are as musicians, and loves equipping the teaching team to do the same as Team Lead.
Sarah holds a BA in Music in Piano Performance from California State University, Bakersfield, she has taught in four countries, and her work in the music classroom has even been featured on Voice of America! When Sarah is not teaching, she can be found playing with her dogs, travelling with her husband, or writing and recording music under the pseudonym Sarah Joyy.
Matthew Brandon
Drums - Guitar - Bass - Piano - 8-bit - Fine Arts
Matthew Brandon is a music instructor specializing in drums, guitar, bass, and piano. He brings a creative, encouraging approach to each lesson, helping students build confidence, rhythm, and musical expression. Matthew also teaches the 8-Bit Video Game course and teaches Fine Art, where students explore creativity and collaboration in a fun, supportive environment.
Stephanie Trautman
Piano
“I am a passionate & dedicated piano teacher who believes music should be a joyful, confidence-building experience. I create a warm and supportive learning environment where students of all ages feel encouraged to explore, grow, and express themselves at the piano. I meet each student where they are, blending solid musical foundations with patience and positive reinforcement. Whether a student is just beginning or continuing their musical journey, my goal is to help them develop strong music reading skills.”