Maximize your potential by studying with the hardest working musicians in the area. Our music instructors are passionate about music, and eager to share that with their students. We hand select music instructors that are personable, professional, and the absolute best performers in town. Our students get to enjoy amazing opportunities because our instructors are so involved in the community and music scene. We have teachers that are in popular local bands, directors of piano festivals, members of philharmonics, and much more! We also have the most versatile staff of music instructors in the state. Whether jazz, rock, pop, country, classical, songwriting, or R&B, Freeway Music has an instructor perfect for you!
Aaron Terrapin
Aaron's primary focus for the student in guitar lessons is an in-depth comprehension of Melody, Harmony, Rhythm, Dynamics, and Technique.
Teaches: Guitar
Adam Haltiwanger
Adam strives to help all of his student's meet their personal goals, while maintaining a fun and relaxed teaching atmosphere.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Adrian Gonzalez
Learning to play and understand music will positively affect all aspects of your life.
Teaches: GuitarUkelele
A.J. Lang
A.J. believes that every student has the ability to attain all of their aspirations with hard work, patience, and direction.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Alex Galan
Alex is a unique and versatile instructor ready to help his students succeed.
Teaches: GuitarMandolin
Almond Ponge
Almond has more than ten years of teaching experience, with students ranging from beginner to advanced.
Teaches: Piano
Alyssa Anstey
While at Newberry, Alyssa sang in opera scenes, in choirs, with the jazz combo, and with the jazz big band.
Teaches: Voice
Amos Hoffman
Amos Hoffman is an Israeli Jazz Guitarist and Oudist known worldwide as a pioneer in fusing the rhythms and melodic themes of the Middle East with Modern Jazz.
Teaches: GuitarOud
Anna Flynn
"I believe that a healthy vocal technique is the best foundation for an effective and fulfilling singing career. I could not be more thrilled to help young men and women
Teaches: PianoVoice
Ben Campbell
Ben is an enthusiastic teacher, and possesses a deep passion for guitar and performance that he hopes to imbue in all of his students.
Teaches: BanjoBassGuitar
Blake Hunter
Blake encourages everyone, no matter your age, to learn an instrument. Music can change your life in amazing ways, and he is excited to share this with his students!
Teaches: Drums
Bobby Hatfield
Bobby’s teaching strengths lie in helping students learn to compose and edit their own work, drawing from a vast array of musical tastes and interests.
Teaches: Piano
Brad Mclane
Brad has been teaching at Sims Music for 28 years and has a wealth of experience gigging in the Columbia area.
Teaches: Guitar
Brian Conner
Guitarist, vocalist and creative drive of the band Villanova Band, Brian has been writing music since he was 11 years old.
Teaches: BanjoBassGuitarUkeleleVoice
Catie Galan
Catie uses her diverse musical background and experience to help students reach their musical aspirations.
Teaches: GuitarViolinVoice
Charles Funk
Not only will a student learn to play guitar but the student will have access to a vast knowledge of the business behind being a successful guitar player.
Teaches: Guitar
Collin Danker
Collin has played with a variety of local bands, covering genres ranging from funk and blues to jazz and rock.
Teaches: Drums
Courtney Hight
Courtney is committed to ensuring that the learning experience is always productive and fun.
Teaches: Piano
David Longton
David is a jazz enthusiast with an incredible educational background, who's ready to use his 30 years of teaching experience to help you achieve your piano playing goals.
Teaches: Piano
Davis Bowers
Davis continues to grow his passion for Jazz as he plays with Left Bank Big Band and jazz combo at USC. Davis is also director of the Crossroads Middle School Jazz Band.
Teaches: FluteSaxophone
Don Russo
Through his years of hard work and diligent effort, Don has become one of the most sought after guitar instructors in South Carolina.
Teaches: BassGuitarMandolin
Drew Medlin
Drew took lessons from Robert Newton and is currently earning a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of South Carolina under Bert Ligon.
Teaches: Guitar
Drew Preston
Drew is a fun and free-spirited teacher who is highly motivated to inspire his students.
Teaches: MandolinViolaViolin
Eniko Balazs
Originally from Ohio, she has taught private students for over 20 years.
Teaches: PianoTrumpetVoice
Ethan Flowe
I will introduce my piano students to new and exciting sounds and equip those dedicated, to recreate these sounds in a way that foster’s creativity and diligent growth.
Teaches: Piano
Geoff Shackley
The drum set is an amazing, versatile instrument. I am happy to pass along my knowledge in all styles and genres to students who want to find and grow in their passion!
Teaches: Drums
Idris Chandler
Idris is thankful to have been invited to perform at area venues with the likes of Ray Charles, Edwin McCain, and Lou Rawls.
Teaches: BassCelloViolaViolin
Illia Dia
Illia is thrilled to bring the breadth of her knowledge as a multi-instrumentalist, performer and singer/songwriter to her students!
Teaches: Voice
Jackson Kemp
Jackson's teaching style creatively balances structure and fun to help students enjoy improving.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Jacob Joseph
In music, spontaneity and freedom spring from a system of order and reason. This is one of the characteristics that makes it so wonderful to experience, and beautiful to
Teaches: Piano
Jacobi Gunter
As a drummer, Jacobi has played at NBA events and more, and uses his downtime to continue inspire and educate drummers of all ages.
Teaches: Drums
Jerry Sims
Jerry can be seen performing locally with some of the state's greatest musicians and has performed nationally with major acts such as Bucky Pizzarelli, Rita Coolidge, and
Teaches: BassGuitar
Jim Graddick
While still in high school, Jim traveled to Asheville, NC to study under Grammy award winner Bobby Hicks, as well as Buddy Spicher and Aubrey Haynie.
Teaches: MandolinViolin
Jon Coxe
From students with casual interest, to those with an outright guitar obsession, Jon looks forward to helping his students reach their goals!
Teaches: Guitar
Jonathan Knott
I believe that the mark of a good teacher is learning from their students just as much as they teach them.
Teaches: Guitar
Jonathan Phipps
Music is an outlet, a passion. Jonathan is here to provide you with the information and the skillset to achieve whatever goals you set for yourself.
Teaches: Drums
JulieAnne Bennett
JulieAnne has made it her goal to constantly evolve as a teacher and encourage the unique musician in every person that walks through the door.
Teaches: ViolaViolin
Katera Anderson
Having a great deal of performance experience, training, passion and a good music following are some of the many things I am excited to pass on to my students!
Teaches: GuitarVoice
Katie Chandler
Katie is passionate about helping students experience the joy of music through piano. She believes that everyone is capable of music making!
Teaches: Piano
Kelley Porterfield
"I want my students to enjoy the process of revealing their creativity."
Teaches: GuitarUkeleleVoice
Kristen Harris
Kristen is an active orchestral musician chamber musician, and member of two well renowned local bands. She is ready to bring her experience and passion to her students!
Teaches: ViolaViolin
Laurel MacCallum
As an accomplished singer/songwriter, with a successful EP and a wealth of performance experience, Laurel is ready to help students achieve their goals and dreams!
Teaches: Voice
Logan Pierce
While Logan keeps a heavy focus on playing at every opportunity he gets, his main focus is on expanding his technical skill on the drums along with mentoring anyone into
Teaches: Drums
Madeline Beitel
I believe that a classical technique is the best foundation for any genre of singing. I can't wait to help you prepare your next role!
Teaches: FluteVoice
Mark Rapp
"One can't help but sense a distinct identity to Rapp, in both his composing and playing." -Jazz Improv NY Magazine
Teaches: TromboneTrumpet
Maggie McGhee
It is my job to cultivate the passion that makes practice worthwhile.
Teaches: PianoVoice
Mari Hazel
My passion for teaching comes from the work that I've done with the great directors, conductors, and teachers throughout my lifetime.
Teaches: Voice
Mary McElmurray
Mary is excited to join you on your musical journey and help you achieve your goals!
Teaches: PianoViolin
Michael Atwater
Michael's enthusiasm inspires his students, bringing out all of their talent and passion for learning to play guitar.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Morgan Mcgee
Morgan is excited to work with you and help you achieve your musical goals!
Teaches: Piano
Nick Vlandis
Nicholas initially enrolled at Furman University under a trumpet scholarship, but ultimately found his passion to be behind a keyboard.
Teaches: PianoTrumpet
Niles Lewis
Niles Lewis will always communicate his love and passion for music to every student.
Teaches: Guitar
Paisley Suttlemyre
Paisley has been singing since she could talk, studying voice for 13 years, performing since the age of 12, and has even racked up some awards along the way!
Teaches: GuitarUkeleleVoice
Phill Eason
Phill has the playing, recording, and teaching experience to help you reach your goals!
Teaches: Drums
Rebekah Fry
Rebekah helps her students grow as excellent, passionate musicians who are excited to share the gift of music with those around them!
Teaches: Piano
Reggie Sullivan
Reggie has appeared in several local ETV broadcasts and national television series, most recently as a band member for Wynona Judd.
Teaches: Bass
Rodney Foster
Every student learns differently I want to cater lessons to reach anyone who has the passion to play music.
Teaches: BassGuitar
Ross Swinson
Ross's strength lies in his versatility and ability to help students find what truly inspires them about music.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Ryan Johnson
Ryan has an eclectic background in performing and a rich, well-rounded understanding of music education.
Teaches: Drums
Ryan Knott
Ryan is devoted to providing students with the knowledge, skills, and discipline required to play the cello, as well as nurturing their individual artistic voice.
Teaches: Cello
Sara-Ann Russo
Sara Ann is excited to use her performance experience and education from Berklee as well as private studies to help her students cultivate their passion.
Teaches: Voice
Scotty Taylor
My determination to find as much musical influence as possible is what drives me to teach others about the boundless world of guitar playing.
Teaches: GuitarUkelele
Tony Lee
Tony has been playing drums for over 30 years, and has developed a fresh, holistic approach to educating students of all ages and ability levels.
Teaches: Drums
Tori Woodcock
Tori’s goals as a teacher are to encourage healthy vocal singing, confidence on stage, and life-long learning and love for music.
Teaches: Voice
Trey Martin
Trey encourages students to expand their knowledge outside of the lesson room and to play live with others.
Teaches: BassGuitarUkelele
Tyler Elliott
Tyler Elliott is an Alabama original and a nationally recognized songwriter as a member of both Global Songwriters International and Nashville Songwriters Association Int
Teaches: GuitarVoice
Verena Abufaiad
I truly believe in the power of music to change lives and the impact we can have as music teachers.
Teaches: Piano
Walter Hemingway
Through my vocal exercises & food choices, I have managed to increase my range by an octave and a half over the last ten years.
Teaches: Voice
Xu Khuc
A native to Orange County, California, she moved to Columbia, South Carolina to pursue a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Pedagogy with a Doctoral Minor in Music Education
Teaches: Piano
Zack Hughes
Mr. Hughes performs across the US and overseas. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance from The Juilliard School where he studied with Jerome Lowenthal.
Teaches: Piano
