Instructors

My name is Ashley Schultz. I was born and raised in Oskaloosa. My passions are my family, my children and my music. I have been very blessed throughout the course of my life to be surrounded by musicians and passionate people. Muse has always been around me. I know everything from the Beatles to J. Cole. Being a well-rounded listener of lots of genres of music and using my gifts has made me want to chase my dreams of opening a music store and recording studio. We have created a destination to inspire others to follow their passions, goals and gifts.

Now that my dream has been fulfilled, Welcome to the MUSE.

Lessons Available:

Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Baritone, Ukulele, and Exploratory Lessons.

Hey! I’m Camryn Schultz. I was born and raised around musicians and music of all genres. I have found a passion playing ukulele and piano! I have been to concerts seeing my favorite artists like Zach Flaherty, Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift. Being a music lover and watching my family communicate through music and share stories has been a major influence. I have been able to use my experiences, gifts and hard work ethic to have goals to work hard, teach others and learn every day working at Muse music store! I started my own kids club called Muse Makers (check out our group lessons page) and have been excited to teach beginner piano and Ukulele lessons. I also work at the YMCA!! Oh yeah- ! I am 17 and a senior in high school. I look forward to being a positive influence in our community by sharing my passion in helping others and being the best version of me every day.

Lessons Available:

Beginner Piano and Begginer Ukulele Lessons

Hello, my name is Cammela Sword, but I also go by Cam or Cami. I grew up in Ottumwa, Iowa and have been teaching at Muse Music Store since 2022. I grew up in a household full of music, so it has always been a very important part of my life. I’ve been playing for about 18 years. I started taking piano lessons when I was 5 and I’ve been in love ever since! Some of my passions include music, painting, and teaching. My favorite classical pianists would have to be Claude Debussy, Erik Satie, and Franz Liszt, because I love a good challenge. I teach beginner to intermediate piano, beginner percussion, and beginner ukulele. I am very excited to share my knowledge of music, and can’t wait to bring out the musician in you!

Lessons Available:

Piano, Ukelele & Percussions Lessons

Hi! My name is Adam LeFevre. I have been playing trombone for about 18 years, and I have a music degree from the University of Michigan where I studied Trombone performance and music theory. I have performed alongside some of the best in the business in concert bands, orchestras, jazz bands, large and small brass ensembles, and pit orchestras for musicals and operas.

Learning new instruments is a passion of mine. I have performed professionally on more than 15 distinct instruments, and have spent time learning dozens more. Through Muse, I teach 12 different instruments: Trombone, Trumpet, French Horn, Tuba, Euphonium, Clarinet, Saxophone, Piano, Banjo, Bass Guitar, Accordion, and Recorder. For clarinet and saxophone, I only teach beginners, but for every other instrument on that list, I teach all levels from beginner to aspiring pro.

I strive to promote a positive and friendly learning environment for all my students. Whether you’ve never touched a mouthpiece before, or you’ve been playing for years, I have studied with some of the best musicians in the world, and I can use all of that experience to help you take your musicianship to the next level.

Muse Music Store also has a Record Label and recording studio, and I am the lead recording engineer and producer. I was also in charge of the acoustic engineering and design for our recording studio. I have a diverse background in many different styles and genres of music recording, and I strive to bring artists to the forefront of my music production in order to give them control over the music they create.

Lessons Available:

Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Piano, Trumpet, & Recorder Lessons

Sean's musical career began at the age of nine with a rented instrument and group lessons at Reifsnyder's Music Shop in Ottumwa, Iowa, an incubator for many local musicians. His interest continued and began private lessons with Ottumwa's very own, Tony Blew.

While living in Fort Smith, Arkansas he began taking lessons with guitarist extraordinaire, Gary Hutchison. Gary plays many styles and was himself studying classical guitar with a gentleman, the late Paul Mendy. It was the introduction to Paul that changed his musical direction and introduced him to the rich tradition of the classical guitar - its music, composers, styles, and techniques.

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Through Paul Mendy, he was introduced to Dr. Charles Wolzien, Head of Guitar Studies at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Here he completed undergraduate studies in Guitar Performance and was the recipient of the Ted and Nancy Anderson Music Award, one of the most prestigious awards offered by the College of Music. There were many opportunities to study with visiting faculty from around the world such as James Reid, University of Idaho; Michael Cedric Smith, CUNY; Greg Pikler, Sydney Conservatorium.

He then continued to graduate guitar course work at the University of Denver under the direction of Ricardo Iznaola, Chair of the Strings Department and renowned pedagogue. Again, there were many opportunities to study with performers from around the world such as Jonathan Leathwood, University of Denver; Roland Dyens, Conservatoire de Paris; Benjamin Verdery, Yale University.

Sean has worked as a contract musician for the classical music station of Denver, KVOD, and was a featured performer on The University of Colorado, Artist Series. His performances have been aired over the Colorado Public Radio and Television Networks.

Lessons Available:

Guitar

I first began studying piano at the age of 9, and continued studying on and off at both the private and college levels for about 20 years. I added private voice lessons when I turned 13, and entered a two year Actor’s Training Program after graduating from high school, where I met the voice teacher I studied with for the next 10 years. I briefly studied opera at CSU Sacramento, and made my professional opera debut at Sacramento Opera’s production of Madama Butterfly. I first began teaching about 7 years ago, and love inspiring and guiding young musicians. I’ve taught piano to students as young as 4, and have worked with students up through the intermediate levels. I work with voice students aged 8-99 in a variety of styles, including country, contemporary, music theater, and classical. I am a firm believer that anyone can learn to sing.

Lessons Available:

Voice Lesson

My name is Marina Flores Springer. I am a voice, ukulele, piano, and flute instructor at Muse. I have the honor of directing our choir at Muse, known as The Muses! I am also a singer-songwriter. I love to perform around the community and sporting events around Iowa. I joined the Central Reformed Church as one of their vocalists! I am the PreK - High School substitute music teacher at Tri-County.

I have been in choirs since I was five years old and have taken private voice lessons throughout the years. I was in Chamber Choir when I was in high school and had the great opportunity of singing in Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. Later, I attended Graceland University and Majored in Communication and minored in Music, with a focus in Vocal Performance.

Lessons Available:

Voice, Choir & Piano Lessons

Hello my name is Evan Sword and I'm a piano instructor here at Muse Music Store. I teach classical piano to both new and intermediate pianists of all ages. Outside of teaching my hobbies include bike riding, puzzling, and spending time with my pets. Much of my inspiration comes from classical composers Mozart, Bach, and my favorite - Chopin. My goal is to teach students how to read sheet music and establish proper techniques that facilitate continuous improvement. I can't wait to meet you and begin your journey in music.