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Pepe Romero
Pepe Romero, lecturer, classical guitar, is the second son of “The Royal Family of the Guitar,” The Romeros. His father, the legendary Celedonio Romero, was his only guitar teacher. His first professional appearance was in a shared concert with his father when Pepe was only seven years old. Mr. Romero is in demand for his… Continue reading Pepe Romero
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Ladd Thomas
Ladd Thomas, professor and department chair, organ studies, holds a BA degree and an honorary doctorate of music from Occidental College. He also earned a master’s degree in theology from the Claremont School of Theology. Professor Thomas studied organ with Max Miller, David Craighead and Clarence Mader. He regularly gives workshops and masterclasses for the… Continue reading Ladd Thomas
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Doug Tornquist
“A player of astonishing flamboyance” (Los Angeles Times) and “impressive dash” (Orange County Register), Doug Tornquist has been a part of Southern California’s freelance musical world since 1987, including serving as principal tuba for the Long Beach Symphony. He grew up on a farm in the San Joaquin Valley, and came to Los Angeles for… Continue reading Doug Tornquist