Private Lessons Staff
Flute
Dr. Linda Wiley [email protected] 936-662-3177 Linda Wiley began teaching flute in 1971 during her freshman year at SHSU. After a 20-year “hiatus” from flute, during which she taught academics for Windham (TDCJ), and earned a PhD from Texas A&M, she resumed flute teaching and performing and has continued both to the present. Linda holds both Bachelor’s of Music Education and Master’s of Arts (performance) degrees from SHSU. Her flute teacher at Sam was Jan Cole, who studied in France with renowned flutist Jean Pierre Rampal. As a soloist, Linda has performed numerous recitals in Huntsville and the surrounding area. She has also played for many musical theatre productions in Conroe and at SHSU and for various area churches. Early in her career she also played with the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra 
Emily Hodge
[email protected] Emily has been studying and performing on various instruments for 13 years with a focus being on flute and piccolo. She is currently pursuing her Masters degree in instrumental performance and achieved her undergraduate degree in instrumental performance with highest academic honors from Sam Houston State University in the Spring of 2023. Emily has had the pleasure of performing at a variety of venues across the world, most notably at Palacio de San Francisco in Avila, Spain. Emily has made many appearances in the Texas Music Educators Association Region Orchestras and Honor Bands throughout her career. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, horseback riding, and baking in the kitchen. Emily has joined Huntsville Independent School District to share her passion for music with the youth of the community. 
Clarinet
Emily Chapa Hi there! My name is Ms. Emily Chapa and I attend Sam Houston State University to study the clarinet, and soon become a teacher! I am a transfer student from San Jacinto College and Texas A&M University Corpus Christi. There, I was in the jazz band as a doubler, and got the opportunity to play in a pit orchestra, as well compete in a president's concert! I've had the privilege to be the principal clarinetist of the TAMUCC symphonic wind band, as well as the SHSU symphonic band. Another great opportunity I have now, is to work towards my woodwind pedagogy performance certificate to double professionally! I am blessed and excited for the opportunity to work with you! 
Trumpet
Angel Garcia [email protected] My name is Angel Garcia and I am currently a sophomore at Sam Houston State University where I am pursuing a degree in Music Education. I graduated from Willis High School in 2022, where I was a section leader my Junior and Senior year. During my first year at Sam Houston State University, I had the opportunity to be in the Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz Band. 
Trombone
Jesse McIntyre Hello to all. My name is Jesse McIntyre, and I'm in my second year studying for a bachelor's in music performance at Sam Houston State University. I was a four-time area qualifier and a four-time region orchestra player in high school. I played in the Houston Youth Symphony Philharmonic and was a 6A All-Stater. I've been in the Symphonic band and Principal trombone in the Wind Ensemble at Sam Houston. I am excited to see the students and look forward to teaching them about the wonderful world of music. 
Tuba
Roberto Gaitan [email protected] Hello! I am Roberto Gaitan. I have been the Principal Tubist at Sam Houston for two years. I’ve had the privilege of being in every ensemble that SHSU has provided. In my high school years, I was a 6A All State member and received multiple accolades and scholarships for my playing. I have taught masterclasses and private lessons in many surrounding districts, but I am looking forward to teaching at Huntsville High school. I can’t wait to meet my new students! |
Oboe
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Saxophone
Candence Rehbein [email protected] My name is Cadence Rehbein and I am a Music Education Major at Sam Houston State University. I am a Sophomore at SHSU and I am performing in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Lab Band, the Bearkat Marching Band, and a saxophone quartet. I have experience on each member of the saxophone family and I marched snare on my high school drumline for two years. I am eager to work with such talented young musicians. 
Brenden Dolehanty
[email protected] Brenden Dolehanty is pursuing his Master of Music degree in conducting under Dr. Matthew McInturf at Sam Houston State University, where he serves as a Graduate Assistant with the Bearkat Marching Band and Concert Bands. Originally from Michigan, Mr. Dolehanty earned his BM degree in music education at Bowling Green State University (OH), studying saxophone with Distinguished Artist Professor Dr. John Sampen and jazz saxophone with David Bixler. Additionally, Mr. Dolehanty studied at the prestigious Fredrick L. Hemke Saxophone Institute for three summers. At the institute, he studied with Dr. Fred Hemke, Dr. Gail Levinsky, Dr. Nathan Nabb, Dr. Jan Berry Baker, and Dr. John Sampen. Mr. Dolehanty began his teaching career in Del Rio at San Felipe Memorial Middle School where he taught 6th-grade beginning band for three years. He was most recently an Assistant Band Director at Brackenridge High School in San Antonio ISD for two years, where he directed the symphonic (non-varsity), jazz, and beginning bands. 
French Horn Nate Gandara [email protected] Nate Gandara graduated in 2020 from the L.V. Berkner STEM Academy located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. After graduation, he attended Blinn College Brenham Campus to begin his musical career. While at Blinn, he performed in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz, Brass, and Woodwind Ensembles, playing both horn and trumpet. In Fall of 2022, Nate transferred to Sam Houston State University, where he is currently in his third year of Music Performance. Since the transfer, he has performed with the Bearkat Marching Band, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band. 
Euphonium
Melissa Green [email protected] I am a graduate of Louisiana State University and I have my bachelors degree in Music Education. I have taught band in Huntsville both at the middle and high school levels for 8 years. I decided to take some time off from full time teaching, once I had my Son JJ in 2016 so I would have more time for our growing family. Now I am the proud mother of 3 beautiful kiddos, JJ, Emily, and Aubrey. I have been teaching private lessons since 2017 and I am currently the general music teacher at Faith Lutheran School part time. I absolutely love music and teaching, and I can not wait to get to know you and your child! 
Percussion
Dr. Boyce Jeffries [email protected] Boyce Jeffries is in his second year of serving as the Adjunct Instructor of Percussion at Sam Houston State University. In addition to teaching applied percussion lessons and musicianship/aural skills, he directs the Bearkat Drumline, Second Steel Pan Ensemble, and University Percussion Ensemble. |