Music

Faculty & Staff

Guiding Your Musical Journey

Our faculty at the Cal Poly Pomona Music Department are distinguished performers, composers, and researchers, dedicated to providing personalized instruction and mentorship. We ensure that you receive the support and guidance needed to reach your highest artistic and professional potential.

We take pride in our distinguished faculty and dedicated staff, integral to your success. Our faculty bring a wealth of expertise and experience, deeply committed to fostering an environment where you can thrive both academically and artistically.

Performers
Many of our faculty are active performers, regularly participating in concerts and recitals, both nationally and internationally.

Composers
Our composition faculty have their works performed by leading ensembles and orchestras around the world.

Researchers
Faculty members contribute to the field of musicology with cutting-edge research, published in prestigious journals and presented at international conferences.

Educators
With a strong focus on teaching excellence, our faculty members have received numerous awards and recognitions for their contributions to music education.

Teaching
Faculty members lead a variety of courses ranging from music theory and history to performance and technology.

Mentorship
Faculty provide one-on-one guidance, helping you navigate your academic and professional journeys.

Community Engagement
Faculty and staff organize and participate in numerous events, including concerts, workshops, and masterclasses, enriching the cultural life of the campus and community.

Full-Time Faculty

Evan Ware

Music Department Chair
Theory, Composition

David Kopplin

Associate Chair
Commercial Music, Composition

Rickey Badua

Associate Professor of Music
Beginning & Instrumental Conducting, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band

Nita Baxani

Assistant Professor of Music
Music Education/Pre-credential Studies, Early Childhood Music

Kevin P. Green

Assistant Professor of Music
Music Industry Studies, Music Research, Commercial Music, Hip-Hop Culture, Jazz

Ernest "EJ" Harrison

Assistant Professor of Music
Musicology, Ethnic Studies, General Music

Janine Riveire

Professor of Music
Orchestras, Bowed Strings Music Education/Pre-credential Studies

Isaac Schankler

Associate Professor of Music
Music Industry Studies, New Music Ensemble

Nadia Shpachenko

Professor of Music
Piano Studies, Piano Ensemble

Niké St. Clair

Assistant Professor of Music
Choirs, Choral Conducting, Musicianship

Jessie Vallejo

Associate Professor of Music
Ethnomusicology, Mariachi

Arthur Winer

Professor of Music
Audio Technology, Music Industry Studies, Songwriter Showcase

Staff

Racquel Chance

Music Department Coordinator

Logan Haynes

Music Technician

Dalia Puentes

Concert Specialist & Publicist

Iris Shiotsuki

Staff Pianist

Part-Time Faculty

Directory Listing for Part-Time Faculty
Name Title
Barret, Emily Studio Guitar
Bement, Peter Bands, Instrumental Conductor, Philharmonic Orchestra
Canchola, Shannon Flute
Cohan, Timothy Publishing
Crain, Katie Music Industry Studies, Copyright & Licensing
Deutsch, Elliott Intro to Music Technology
Elefante, Baba Electric Bass
Fenderson, Lisa Musicianship, Theory, Piano
Gaspard Bolin, Marc Low Brass
Goknar, Evren Mastering and Digital Delivery
Graulty, Philip Guitar, Music Fundamentals
Gravelle, Buzz (Darren) Theory, Guitar
Hernandez, Francisco Mariachi
Hiel, Thomas Music Theory, Instrumentation & Arranging
Jung, Michael Piano Studies
Lacoste, Steve Form & Analysis, Theory
Langham, Andy Jazz/Commercial Studio Piano
Lee-Song, Christine Strings
Low-Atwater, Elizabeth Bassoon
Luer, Tom Jazz Band, Woodwinds, Improv, Sax, Soul Music
Maldonado, Ana Maria Fundamentals, Cello
Martinez, David Intro to Music Tech
Mayhew, Kylie F Music Industry Studies, Songwriting
Millar, Michael Careers in Music
Narro, Oscar Live Sound Production
Pittel, David Trumpet
Pitts, Laura Musicianship
Schlitt, Bill Percussion
Shiotsuki, Ryan Western Classical Traditions
Silva, Linda Clarinet
Song, Inyoung (Ken) Guitar
Stuntz, Lori Trombone, Brass Ensemble
Taylor, Joel Drumset
Vuk, Kendra Voice, Music Theater Workshop
Wallin-Huff, Sarah History of Music Tech