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Spencer C.

Spencer C.

Vista, CA

Orchestral Lessons


Home or Studio or Webcam

33 Years

About Me
Spencer began playing a variety of instruments at the age of 6. Over the years, he developed his skills further by studying music in both Saxophone and Clarinet through High School and College. He gained performance experience in music theater pit work and in local bands. His true claim to fame though is what his students have accomplished. Full-ride Scholarships in music and students using music to get their dream job like a student who used music to get his law degree paid for by playing in the Pepperdine Jazz Ensemble. 26 of his students have been accepted to CA State Honor Band and 3 into National Honor Band in Carnegie Hall. His former students have played with Harry Styles, Kenny G, Dave Koz. to name a few. Spencer is excited to learn how he can help you reach your musical goals. Signup now to schedule a meeting!

Spencer C. has over 33 years of music experience in the Vista area.

Spencer C. is proficient in and teaches Orchestral Lessons .

Award Name:

Jazz Educator of the YearFebruary 2003
California Music Educators Association - Southern Border Section
Teacher of the YearFebruary 2008
Cajon Valley Union School District
Teacher of the YearFebruary 2014
Cajon Valley Union School District
Band Director of the YearFebruary 2015
California Music Educators Association-Sounthern Border Section


Formal Education:

Capella University, Masters in Education 2021. San Diego State University, BA in Music Education 1992, Music Teaching Credential 1993,

Private Education:

Marion Libowitz, Professor San Diego State-Clarinet Jim Rötter, On Call for LA Phil-Alto Sax Laura Hunter, professor at Redlands, San Diego State-Alto Sax

Performing Experience:

Musical Theater Woodwind Book: “Carnival” La Jolla Stage Company ‘92 “Anything Goes”. Moonlight Theater,’91 “Hans Christiansen Anderson” Patron of the Arts Carlsbad ‘88 “Music Man” Carlsbad Patron of The Arts ‘87 “Guys and Dolls” Carlsbad Community Arts ‘87 “Madam Mouselle” Mira Costa College ‘86 “Cinderella”, San Diego State University ‘86 “Finians Rainbow” ‘85 Concert Bands Cuyamaca Concert Band (Bass Clarinet), Under the direction of Jeanne Christensen San Diego Winds, (Clarinet)under the Direction of Warren Torns San Diego Coastal Community Band (Clarinet) San Diego Community Band, (Alto Sax) Warren Torns Jazz Bands Grosmont College, Bari Sax Sub for the Coronado Big Band (Alto Sax) ZBand (Alto Sax, Clarinet) ‘93-’19 San Diego State Marching Aztecs -Holiday Bowl(s) -SuperBowl

Experience Teaching:

Hans Christensen Middle School, Menifee CA 2025-Present Band. Choir, Percussion. Jazz, Orchestra Menifee Union School District Elementary Specialist 2 -New Teacher Induction Coach for two candidates -Developed Curriculum for 3rd and 4th grade General Music., -Developed Curriculum for 4th and 5th grade Band and Choir. (375 Students enrolled) Granite Hills High School, Grossmont Union High School District 2 -Developed Curriculum for Piano Lab, Guitar Ensemble, Concert Band, Pep Band and Marching Band, orchestra. -Built the program from 15 t0 80 in two years. -Started the Orchestra Program Hillsdale Middle School, Cajon Valley Union District 1 -Developed Curriculum for: Percussion Ensemble, Concert Choir, Show Choir, Jazz Choir, Music Appreciation, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Concert Band, Drumline. -Developed a feeder system at 9 elementary schools' music programs. -4th and 5th graders participated in Disneyland Arts Workshops over 25 times including: Recording Workshop, Composition Workshop, Musical Scavenger Hunt. -Developed and grew the music program from 3 music classes with 120 students, 12 instruments for students use to today 17 ensembles, 550 students and 350 instruments available for students use. -Selected as a “Master” Teacher 3 times. Christian College and San Diego State University Cuyamaca College, El Cajon CA “College for Kids” Summer 2012, Spring 2013, Summer 2014, Spring 2015 Ages 1st-5th Grade -Choir and Percussion Ensemble, Drumline and Body percussion/Stomp/Blueman Group -Developed curriculum for making music out of household objects. Pots pans, Buckets, PVC Pipe etc. Valhalla High School, 2 (hourly) -“Music Tech” for the Marching Band. -“Field Conductor and instructor” Instructed the whole ensemble musically in rehearsal and in Competition. Montgomery Middle School, Sweetwater Union School District 1-Concert Bands, Jazz Band, Music appreciation. -Marching Band*won 1st place Maytime Band Revue all three years, *Selected to March Disneyland Parade 2 times -Residential artist Charles McPherson to perform with the Jazz Ensemble. -Ensembles received numerous “Superior” ratings. -Developed 4th and 5th grade Elementary Music Program. Montgomery High School. Sweetwater Union School District, Co-Band Director (1) Credentialed -Assisted the High School director in concert band and Marching band. Orange Glen High School 1992 (Hourly) -Saxophone Sectional Coach and assisted the Concert Band Alan’s Music Center 1987 – 1989 -Taught Private lessons (40+ students a week) Flute, Oboe, Clarinet and Sax.
Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Languages Spoken:
  • English
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Teacher 's Studio
  • Webcam
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 5:00pm 7:30pm View
Tue 5:30pm 7:30pm View
Wed 5:00pm 7:30pm View
Thu 5:00pm 7:30pm View
Fri off off View
Sat 7:00am 7:30pm View
Sun 7:00am 7:30pm View
Last updated on 09/07/2025
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Spencer C. is willing to travel up to a distance of 25 Miles to teach a lesson in your home.
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