Kristin Staves - Choir, Guitar, and Piano
Kristin Staves is the Choral Music Director at James Monroe High School. Alongside her Choral program, Ms. Staves also teaches Beginning Guitar and Piano. Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Ms. Staves had her primary and secondary education, and college experience right here in the Valley. Ms. Staves received her Bachelor's of Music Degree in Music Education as well as her teaching credential from Cal State University of Northridge. Outside of her education, Ms. Staves has had experience performing and singing on stage since she was 12 years old, singing in the style of Blues, Jazz, Classic Rock, Folk, Gospel, Opera and Classical Music.
Ms. Staves currently teaches 2 choir classes and 2 guitar classes online through distance learning. With all of her classes, she focuses on building the young and passionate musician to become an active listener, communicator, and creator of music. Being it her first year, Ms. Staves looks forward to building a substantial Choral and Guitar program that highlights the talents, passions, interests, and stories of our amazing students here at James Monroe High School.
Ms. Staves currently teaches 2 choir classes and 2 guitar classes online through distance learning. With all of her classes, she focuses on building the young and passionate musician to become an active listener, communicator, and creator of music. Being it her first year, Ms. Staves looks forward to building a substantial Choral and Guitar program that highlights the talents, passions, interests, and stories of our amazing students here at James Monroe High School.
Ryan Gonzales - Band and Orchestra |
Ryan Gonzales is the current music director at James Monroe High School. Mr. Gonzales directs the band and orchestra ensembles at James Monroe High School. Mr. Gonzales is a San Joaquin Valley Native. Mr. Gonzales received his Bachelor's of Music Degree in Music Performance as well as his teaching credential from CSUN. Additionally Mr. Gonzales has received his Master's Degree in Instrumental Band Conducting from CSUN as well.
Mr. Gonzales conducts 2 concert bands, 3 orchestras, jazz band, marching band, drum line and color guard for James Monroe High School. Additionally, Mr. Gonzales, has written numerous grants to increase funding for the James Monroe High School Music Department.
Mr. Gonzales conducts 2 concert bands, 3 orchestras, jazz band, marching band, drum line and color guard for James Monroe High School. Additionally, Mr. Gonzales, has written numerous grants to increase funding for the James Monroe High School Music Department.