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!
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
Verena Abufaiad
I truly believe in the power of music in someone’s life and in the role we model as music teachers play in encouraging that.
Teaches: Piano
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
Michael Atwater
Michael's enthusiasm inspires his students, bringing out all of their talent and passion for learning to play guitar.
Teaches: BassGuitar
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
Seth Blu’ Boone
Seth is a national touring drummer who enjoys allowing his students to hone their focus, intensity, and passion for playing.
Teaches: Drums
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: Saxophone
Natalia Brandon
Natalia is fluent in a variety of musical styles including Christian worship, pop, and Classical. She is motivated by seeing her students grow & their instrument.
Teaches: Piano
Phil Castro
Mr. Castro’s passion for teaching is matched with his passion for performing. He has enjoyed performing with classical chamber groups as well as jazz ensembles.
Teaches: Piano
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
Brian Conner
Guitarist, vocalist and creative drive of the band Villanova Band, Brian has been writing music since he was 11 years old.
Teaches: BanjoBassGuitarVoice
Collin Danker
Collin has played with a variety of local bands, covering genres ranging from funk and blues to jazz and rock.
Teaches: Drums
Elizabeth Davis
Elizabeth has been playing the piano since age 3, and loves to share her passion of music with her students.
Teaches: Piano
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
Alex Galan
Alex is a unique and versatile instructor ready to help his students succeed.
Teaches: GuitarMandolin
Catie Galan
Catie uses her diverse musical background and experience to help students reach their musical aspirations.
Teaches: GuitarViolinVoice
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
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
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
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
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
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
Kate Huggins
Kate is always so excited to see her students grow musically as a result of a collaborative student/teacher investment.
Teaches: PianoVoice
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
Ryan Johnson
Ryan has an eclectic background in performing and a rich, well-rounded understanding of music education.
Teaches: Drums
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
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
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
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: GuitarUkelele
Joe Lansburg
While my teaching style has a laid back feel & a focus on making learning fun, I urge students to learn the importance of dedication, hard work, & consistent practice.
Teaches: Guitar
Katie Lauritzen
The most important concept Katie wants her students to embrace is very simply a greater appreciation, understanding, and love for the piano!
Teaches: Piano
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
Dante Lewis
Dante enjoys teaching others because music is a true gift that should be passed on from generation to generation.
Teaches: Saxophone
Niles Lewis
Niles Lewis will always communicate his love and passion for music to every student.
Teaches: Guitar
Jonathan Lovett
Jonathan currently studies jazz under Bert Ligon at the University of South Carolina. He has from the Blue Room in New Orleans, to under a tree of a non-existent road.
Teaches: Piano
Nick Luby
As a performer, Nick has won numerous competitions across the country. At 26 years old, he already has 15 years of teaching experience with students from 4-70 years old.
Teaches: Piano
Guy Lugenbeel
Guy is excited to impart his knowledge of the various types of software and DJing platforms to his students, with the genres of music that interest them most.
Teaches: DJ
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
Amanda Mayo
Amanda loves working with singers and instrumentalists alike and looks forward to working with you soon!
Teaches: ClarinetVoice
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
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
Clint Meyer
His passion for both learning and teaching combine to make Clint a perfect addition to the Freeway Music family.
Teaches: BanjoBassGuitarMandolinUkelele
Kanika Moore
Kanika's experience in various genres has helped her craft a teaching style that focuses on encouraging her students' growth in vocal strength, stage presence, and musica
Teaches: Voice
Nyamsaikhan Odsuren
Nyamsaikhan Odsuren is from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. He is currently pursuing his D.M.A in Orchestral Conducting at the University of South Carolina.
Teaches: ViolaViolin
Jmichael Peeples
Jmichael believes you are never too young or too old to learn, and that with a little determination, your dream can happen.
Teaches: BassGuitar
Drew Preston
Drew is a fun and free-spirited teacher who is highly motivated to inspire his students.
Teaches: MandolinViolin
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
Charles Riley
Charles has been a full-time musician for nearly 6 years, and now looks forward to pursuing a fulfilling teaching career.
Teaches: Guitar
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
Sara 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
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
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
Jessica Skinner
Sean Knight of the South Carolina Music Guide wrote: "Skinner's great voice reminds me of Alison Kraus or even a country-tinged Hayley Williams."
Teaches: UkeleleVoice
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
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: Voice
Cory Takach
Cory has countless hours of stage experienceopening for national touring acts such as: George Clinton’s Parliament Funkadelic, Zach Deputy, The Mantra’s, and Mama’s Love
Teaches: Bass
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
Alyssa Tavarez
While at Newberry, Alyssa sang in opera scenes, in choirs, with the jazz combo, and with the jazz big band.
Teaches: Voice
Aaron Terrapin
My primary focus for the student in guitar lessons, is an in depth comprehension of Melody, Harmony, Rhythm, Dynamics, and Technique.
Teaches: Guitar
Courtney Vance
Courtney Vance is currently a Senior Music Education major at Newberry College. She is also pursuing a certificate in Flute Performance, and a minor in Theatre.
Teaches: ClarinetFluteSaxophone
Lindsey Vickers
From young beginners to advanced students to adults who have always wanted to study piano, Lindsey enjoys teaching all age groups and levels.
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
