Kyle Boydstun
Director
With over a decade of experience, Kyle brings industry knowledge as a mix engineer & producer, and instructional expertise from a professional background in education.
Meet Our Team
Hira Nehal
Admissions & Program Coordinator
Hira ensures questions get answered and students are supported through their education from day one.
Javier Cerna
Head of Education
Music director in various districts over the years, instructor of one of the most prestigious performing arts programs in the world, and world-class musician. Javier brings his expertise to the design of our program.
Danny Hernandez
Events Coordinator
Originally from the Chicago area, Danny brings with him over 25 years experience in music production. He’s an avid fan of buttons, knobs and faders and helps grow the Anthem community with live music events.
Mog
Media Manager
Mog helps create media that highlights the details and people behind Anthem Music Academy. Through photo, video, and graphic design, she documents Anthem happenings, offerings, and community.
Manny Walton
Brand Marketing
When he isn't singing or writing songs, Manny helps Anthem plan our growth and development as a brand.
Aaron Wilson
Media
Photographer and designer. Aaron is in charge of highlighting Anthem's most inspiring moments.
Kaia Dahl
Administrative Assistant
From phone calls and emails to assisting our media team — Kaia connects multiple pieces of our puzzle behind the scenes.
Ben Wiley
Instructor
Music Producer, DJ, Engineer and Instrumentalist born in Bloomington, IN and based out of Oakland. Ben is currently an instructor for Ableton Live, DJing and Sound Design courses.
Clark Barclay
Instructor
DJ, producer, and college instructor with 25+ years of experience in music production, mixing, audio for film, and branded content. Has toured across the US and UK, including performances at major venues and residencies at the Ace Hotel in LA and NYC. Founder of Salsa Flask, a music supervision and talent agency, and releases work under the name The Bins.
Dave Casey
Instructor
Eric Staterlee
Instructor
Felix "Años" Cordova
Instructor
Chicano DJ & producer Años reps Pittsburg and Antioch with heavy-hitting Bass, Rap, House & Breaks. Since 2005, he’s brought inclusive vibes to Bay clubs, underground parties, and West Coast festivals, always strapped with sounds to keep the floor moving.
Gary OAKland
Instructor
Award-winning producer, instrumentalist, and record label entrepreneur GaryOAKland has over a decade of professional music experience under his belt ready to share with you.
Jabari Tawiah
Instructor / Student Mentor Engineer
Jabari Tawiah is a Grammy Award-winning audio engineer whose credits include Fantastic Negrito’s The Last Days of Oakland and Please Don’t Be Dead, ZZ Ward’s The Storm, among many others. An SAE / Ex’pression alumnus with a B.S. in Sound Arts, Jabari has built a multifaceted career spanning studio recording, live sound, music education, and stage production. He currently brings his expertise in audio and artistry to his ongoing role as Sound Technician at Dance Mission Theater in San Francisco.
Janice Pacheco
Instructor
Matthew Tores
Instructor
Singer, guitarist, music producer, and songwriter. Matt enjoys composing in a wide range of genres and has a specialty in helping musicians take songs from initial ideas to fully developed tracks.