Daniel is passionate about helping students develop their musical skills, confidence, and creativity. At Emme Music Studio, he offers instruction in piano, guitar, drums, and music composition, drawing on his extensive experience as a professional musician, educator, and composer.

Daniel has performed in a wide variety of settings, including church services, weddings, choir concerts, jazz ensembles, and small musical groups. He is a multi-instrumentalist with experience in piano, guitar, bass, drum set, percussion, keyboard, and vocals. He has also pursued music production and composition, giving him a broad understanding of both performance and the creative process behind music.

Daniel holds a Bachelor of Music degree and has taught music theory at the collegiate level. He has also developed middle and high school bands, helping students develop their abilities across a variety of instruments and musical styles.

As an educator, Daniel strives to provide students with a strong musical foundation while encouraging them to explore their individual interests and creativity. His goal is to help each student become a confident, capable, and well-rounded musician who finds lasting enjoyment in making music.

Ana Belen has a specific heart for passing on the love of music. She enjoys working with students in an interactive way that creates a fun environment for building happy memories and experiences surrounding music. Her love of teaching extends to helping aspiring piano teachers build the skills necessary for taking on students of their own.

Ana Belen has over eight years of piano teaching experience, and loves her job more each year! She completed twelve years of piano studies, including receiving certificates in Piano Performance and Pedagogy upon completion of a two year program in those fields. She has received private education from prestigious pianists and professors such as Steinway artist Dr. Yelena Balabanova, WWU professor Dr. Jeffery Gilliam, and PLU Chair of Piano Studies Dr. Oksana Ezhokina.

She continues pursuing music education today as an active member of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) and the Washington State Music Teachers Association (WSMTA)