Faculty

With over 9 years of teaching experience, Dr. Zhao is a member of both the California Musicians' Association and the American Composers Forum. She is also the founder and director of Goldenecho Academy, which she established to bring her vision of comprehensive and student-centered music education to life. Through Goldenecho Academy, she has established a distinguished and forward-thinking institution dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, where students of all ages and skill levels are empowered to achieve their full musical potential in a supportive and academically rigorous environment.

She has been recognized by prestigious competitions, including The Gerda Lissner Foundation, The Giulio Gari Foundation, and the Loren L. Zachary Society. With over a decade of teaching experience, she offers private voice lessons for all ages and levels, specializing in healthy technique that supports opera, musical theater, jazz, and pop styles. Her students benefit from a personalized, intuitive approach shaped by years of professional performance and elite training.

Ms. Zhang has appeared in numerous solo recitals and orchestral performances. She has collaborated with ensembles including the Illinois State University Symphonic Orchestra and participated in multiple concert tours. Her artistry has been recognized with awards such as the Gold Prize at the 2021 Musicale Fall Music Festival. In the summer of 2024, she presented and performed at the Vienna Masterclass (Wiener MusikSeminar) at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. In 2025, she performed Edvard Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 with orchestra at Claremont Graduate University's Centennial Concert.

Ms. Zhang stands out as a dedicated musician and educator, continually seeking to inspire and educate through her music. She currently teaches private piano lessons and prepares her students for CM & ABRSM Royal Exams.

Following his academic training, Mr. Anthony established his own home studio, where he recorded local Hip-Hop artists and worked on a variety of collaborative projects. His recordings were featured on the Local Spotlight Hour on X-103.9. In addition, he operated a mobile DJ business, providing music services for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.

Mr. Anthony is also an active content creator, producing video edits and sharing drum cover performances on platforms such as YouTube and social media. With a passion for both music and education, he is dedicated to helping students develop their skills in drumming, recording, and digital content creation. He strives to inspire each student to grow artistically and reach their full potential.

With more than eight years of teaching experience, Doris helps students build a solid musical foundation while developing expressive performance skills. She creates individualized lesson plans based on each student's personality, learning pace, and goals, ensuring a supportive and motivating learning atmosphere.

In addition to technique, Doris emphasizes complete musicianship—ear training, rhythm skills, and music appreciation. She encourages students to think independently, express emotion through music, and develop a lifelong curiosity for learning. Through patient, structured guidance, Doris aims to help every student grow in confidence, make steady progress, and experience the joy of music as a meaningful part of their lives.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Music at the University of Redlands, Ms. Evelyn also teaches string instrumental group lessons for young students. She is committed to helping students develop strong technical foundations and personal confidence in their playing. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes both skill development and the joy of music, with the belief that music is an essential and enriching part of life.

Ms. Jingling integrates innovative teaching approaches into her instruction, including the Orff Schulwerk and Dalcroze Eurhythmics methods, fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Her teaching emphasizes both technical foundation and musical expression, tailored to students of different ages and levels.

She is currently pursuing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Vocal Performance. As a dedicated educator, Ms. Jingling is passionate about inspiring creativity, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music. She combines solid technical training with a deep love for both musical artistry and education, helping each student reach their full potential.

Anteriormente, el profesor Renz impartió clases de batería en Sam Ash Music y ha dado clases particulares a estudiantes de todas las edades y niveles. Además de su trayectoria como intérprete y docente, recientemente obtuvo una credencial de enseñanza en la Universidad Estatal de California, San Bernardino.

El profesor Yao comenzó a estudiar piano a los cuatro años y participó desde muy joven en el circuito competitivo de piano. Entre sus logros musicales se encuentran el segundo lugar en el Cincinnati World Piano Competition, una actuación en el Carnegie Hall y su selección para participar en una clase magistral con la reconocida pianista y educadora, la Dra. Nelita True. Su formación pianística se basa en la técnica clásica, la expresión musical y unos fundamentos sólidos.

Además de la música, el profesor Mason Yao tiene experiencia en oratoria, presentaciones y debate. Sus compañeros confiaron en él para presentar en nombre de sus grupos en contextos académicos y profesionales, como el curso Leadership in the Business World y el proyecto final de último año de Wharton. Estas experiencias le dieron una comprensión práctica de cómo comunicar con claridad y conectar con el público. Con seis años de experiencia enseñando artes escénicas a niños, el profesor Yao es conocido por su trato cercano y su estilo paciente. Ya sea a través de notas musicales o de palabras, ayuda a los estudiantes a ganar confianza, comunicarse con expresividad y disfrutar del proceso de presentarse ante el público.

La experiencia del profesor Armando abarca la composición y la interpretación en géneros como el rock, el folk rock y el heavy metal. Ha sido guitarrista principal en varias bandas locales de heavy metal que realizaron giras por todo el país y ha participado en grabaciones de estudio como guitarrista, bajista y vocalista principal y de coros. Además de su trabajo en la música contemporánea, también ha participado en producciones de ópera en instituciones como San Bernardino Valley College, la Universidad Estatal de California, San Bernardino, y Palomar College.

El profesor Armando ofrece un enfoque integral y motivador de la educación musical, apoyando a estudiantes con una amplia variedad de intereses musicales y niveles de habilidad.