Meet Our Passionate Instructors!
At Notes & Knots, our instructors are the heart of our program. They are passionate, experienced, and dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and inspiring learning environment for every child. Get to know the incredible individuals who will be guiding your child on their creative journey!
CRISTAL RAESTUDIO OWNER
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PIANO & GROUP CLASSES
Cristal, the studio's founder and owner, has been a private instructor for nearly 25 years and a musician for 38. Her extensive background includes studying music in college and a deep affinity for Chopin, Rachmaninov, and Beethoven. Cristal is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment where students can discover the joy of learning. She finds immense happiness in helping students embrace the challenge of learning something new, a skill she knows enriches many areas of life. She is thrilled to welcome students of all ages and backgrounds. Cristal teaches piano, flute, ukulele, guitar, sewing, crochet, knitting, and art.
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DRUMS & DIGITAL GAMING
With over 15 years of self-taught experience, Josh is a dedicated drummer who finds the process to be therapeutic and freeing. He is committed to helping his students discover that same feeling. Josh also applies his teaching skills to the digital world, leading an online educational gaming class that encourages creative problem-solving. He draws inspiration from drumming greats such as Carter Beauford, Larnell Lewis, Ramon Montagner, and Robert "Sput" Searight.
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JOSH DAVENPORT
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AARON ADAMS
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GROUP CLASSES & 1:1 TUTORING
Aaron is a passionate educator dedicated to inspiring young minds in the Oroville community. As a homeschooling mother, Girl Scout leader, and small business owner, she brings a unique blend of creativity and a love for learning to her role. Her greatest passion is encouraging children to explore, create, and discover the world around them. When not teaching, she enjoys reading and appreciating the natural beauty of the community she calls home.
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WESTERN HORSBACK RIDING
Jaeden is a lifelong equestrian from Loma Rica, California, who brings a wealth of experience to her students. As an accomplished barrel racer and a competitor for the title of Miss California Rodeo Queen, she is deeply immersed in the world of horses. Her dedication extends from training and competition to sharing her passion through lessons, making her a versatile and knowledgeable instructor.
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JAEDEN BARMETTLER
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GUITAR, BASS, UKULELE, VOICE
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PIANO
Eva Kloven is in the 11th grade and is a dedicated pianist. She has been playing since she was 8. She's studied under the private instruction of Cristal Rae, and was also the pianist for the Notes and Knots orchestra and band. She has a love for many genres, from classical to rock. Eva is currently the pianist in the rock band, Golden Reverie. She hopes to share her passion for music with aspiring beginners!
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EVA KLOVEN
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