


Instructor

Travis White - Director
(Electric / Acoustic / Classical / DTM)
Playing music is not only about performance and technique. Music is for all level of students.
Music is something we can enjoy wholeheartedly for life.
Graduated from Southern Cross University – Lismore, Australia. Guitar Major (Rock, Blues, Funk, Jazz, Latin, Fusion). Travis began guitar at age 6. At age 14 after hearing Surfing With The Alien (Track 9 - Midnight) Travis decided to quit training to be an Olympic Swimmer and dedicate his life to his true love, guitar. 1 year later Travis was playing gigs in cover bands and emulating many of the greats whilst cutting his teeth to becoming a professional musician. September 2020 Joe Satriani "Stippled x Three" I was humbled when asked to be a part the promotion for the backing tracks. Check it out here: Stripped x Three And here: TWT YouTube December 2020 I was asked to be a part of Paul McCartney's album release McCartney III I covered of "The Kiss of Venus". Check it out here: McCartney III 2019 TRAVIS WHITE TRIBE is a band led by Travis White. The project is back on the scene with some exciting new music. In fact, the group is going to release a brand new single and music video every month, to keep a steady flow of music coming, and raise more awareness. 2017 FROM SURFING TO SHOCKWAVE TOUR - ASIA. Joe Satriani (Special thanks to Mick & Julia Brigden) 2016 January Australian Tour in support of an upcoming solo release. Produced by Mack Reinhold (QUEEN, ELO, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Extreme). Recorded at Peppertone Studios, Sydney Australia with Sean Rudd (Production, Engineer and VIBE CREATOR) Allen Issaccs (Engineer). 2010 Travis worked with Yuna Ito on a Promo (like MTV) release of Aerosmiths “Don’t Wanna Miss A Thing” Sony Records (Yuna Ito did a collaboration CD with Celion Dion and is one of Japan's multi million top selling Artists) Later in that year Travis found himself working with a legend of music and a new found mentor and friend. Mack Reinhold (Producer of QUEEN, Led Zeppelin, ELO, Black Sabbath, Extreme) 2009 found Travis working at one of Japan's top music University's. Senzoku College Of Music/ Music University. Travis was one of the main guitar lecturers and theory teachers. (Rock'n'Pops) 2009 also found Travis open his own guitar school which was highly sort after by pro guitarists as well as the absolute beginner. 2008 found Travis hooking up with long time friend Roy Wilders to finish what they had started with an 18 track demo being taken to Zurich, Switzerland. 10 tracks from the DEMO was made into an album that was promoted and toured in Japan with a limited press of 300 CDs.....with the aim of touring Europe and America. A LIVE DVD was also produced but is yet to be released. In 2004 Travis moved to Japan and worked with Artists from Major Labels including King Records, Sony, Polygram, EMI etc. Highlights were guitar clinics with Mike Stern and Scott Henderson. Travis also formed the “Travis White Trio - TWT” that toured extensively throughout Japan.

Margaret Simon - Piano
Margaret Simon is a local piano teacher in Japan near Okinawa City.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in piano and Master of Music degree in Piano Performance.
She studied in Italy under emeritus Bruna Castelli of the Milan Conservatory of Music.
Is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music for the United States. Has been teaching for 20+ years and is an accomplished accompanist. Passionate about the arts, lover of the outdoors, and mom to four children.


Devon Glenn - Drums
Devon Glenn is an American rock drummer best known as a founding member of the multi-platinum hard rock band Buckcherry. Musical Career Early Years: Raised in New England, Glenn moved to Los Angeles to pursue his passion for drumming. Buckcherry (1997-2002): Glenn joined the band (then known as Sparrow) after sending a unique video of himself playing to their record producer, who then invited him to a brief audition and asked him to join. He played on their self-titled debut album (1999) and the follow-up, Time Bomb (2001), contributing to hits like "Lit Up." Projects: Beyond Buckcherry, he founded the Los Angeles-based Christian rock band Glorious Encounter, known for its music, media, and commitment to spreading the Gospel. Musical Recognition: In 2018, the group was named "Songwriter of the Year" in the 15th annual ChristianSongwriting.com competition, specifically for their song "Anchor of My Soul". February 6, 2018, One Love Media releases Your Presence. Key Tracks: Includes "Glorioso (feat. Josue Quiroa), “Glorious,” and "Anchor of My Soul". Style & Equipment Known for his hard-hitting, groove-oriented style, Glenn has been featured in Modern Drummer Magazine, DRUM! Magazine, and the UK-based Rhythm Magazine, and has held endorsements with major brands including DW Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Evans drumheads, and Vic Firth Sticks.
