Jillian Wyatt, Founder & Instructor
piano, guitar, ukulele, voice, music theory, songwriting, composition
Mrs. Wyatt has been working in the industry for over a decade as a multi-instrumentalist instructor and teacher trainer. Jillian obtained her Bachelor's degree in Music Business from Evangel University, and her Master's in Music Theory from The University of Texas at Arlington. While in graduate school, Mrs. Wyatt had the opportunity to score for film, conduct, and write for different musical ensembles. She has continued to write music past graduation, and has released five albums on Spotify under her stage name, Jillian Steins. She strives to connect with the students based on their unique interests and talents. Mrs. Wyatt continues to learn by taking cello and piano lessons, and serves on her church worship team. She is passionate about encouraging the next generation to learn about the power of worship music and passionate about teaching how incredible a connection with music can be.
She believes music is the closest thing we have to Heaven on earth!
Craig Moody, Singer, Multi-Instrumentalist
Voice, brass/horns, saxophone, clarinet, guitar, early strings, piano
Craig Moody earned his Bachelor of Music Education from Arkansas State University with an emphasis on bass trombone. During this time, he performed with the Pine Bluff Symphony and Northeast Arkansas Symphony. Mr. Moody also studied Musical Theater at the American Music and Dramatic Academy in NYC and Voice Performance in Opera at the University of Memphis.
He left the University of Memphis to perform with Fort Worth Opera and Utah Festival Opera.
Mr. Moody has 16 years of classroom teaching experience and 18 years of experience as a Private Instructor. He approaches lessons with enthusiasm and excitement for music, and he has a passion for sharing his love of music with others.
Susan Reedy, Piano Specialist
piano, ukulele, beginner voice
Mrs. Reedy has taught private lessons for more than twenty years. She has also done musical performances during her time as children's pastor, and has conducted several children's choirs. She currently teaches as a Music Enrichment teacher at a local private school for children with special learning needs, pastors a church, and works for our academy!
Mrs. Reedy has a great deal of experience in homeschool education, special needs and life skills education.
Tristan Andre, College
piano
Tristan Andre is an undergraduate student seeking his degree in music. Tristan teaches beginner to intermediate piano, while continuing to improve his own skills.
Though new to teaching, Tristan is excited to connect with students and show them how awesome music can be!
Tristan currently serves as the President of the Nintendo Club at Tarrant County College, a fitting role for someone working at Level Up Music Academy!
Bronson Louis, Singer & Performer
acoustic, bass, and electric guitar, drums, songwriting
Bronson has had an ear for music since a very young age; he worked to fulfill this desire by playing drums on his youth worship team. Mr. Louis took music theory in college and combined self teachings of acoustic guitar that has fed his passion into the singer - songwriter he is today. A touring musician throughout Texas with original music on radio stations, streaming platforms & his website Bronsonlouis.com . Bronson gives a unique addition to the teaching program at LUMA by utilizing real world experiences & teachings to connect the community with the wonderful art of music. He believes encouraging natural creativity in music can lead to a fulfilled life while inspiring others of all ages to pause & hear the world at its purist form one note at a time.
Leo Wyatt,
Pawlity Control Meownager
Leo has been with LUMA since the beginning. When LUMA first began, Leo would often walk around to ensure quality (or "pawlity") control in lessons. He has been known to support students by sitting right next to them, or giving them a little nudge to keep going.
Although he now works behind the scenes, Leo continues to help Mrs. Wyatt via cuddles.
Leo received his degree in business and meownagement from The University of Fluffy Pets.