Mannahouse Music School Instructors
Mannahouse Music School provides quality lessons & workshops for many instruments such as piano, voice, acoustic & electric guitar, drums, bass, band instruments, and more.
Our diverse faculty is chosen not only for their qualifications, but also for their ability to relate to students, excellence in ability, and love and service within the local church. Our instructors have a variety of backgrounds and teaching styles that ensure our students find a comfortable match.
Together we look forward to helping students of all ages grow in their musical skills and expertise!
JULLIANA FLAVIO - (School Of Music and Fine Arts Of Paraná, Brazil (EMBAP)
Teaches: Voice, Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Flute
Julliana Flavio is an approachable music mentor and worship pastor with a lifelong love for all things musical. With almost two decades of experience under her belt, she's here to share her musical journey with you. Julliana's musical adventure began at a tender age. Her first piano lesson happened before she could even reach the keys. By the age of seven, she was handpicked to participate in a program at the Music University of Paraná, Brazil (EMBAP). There, she explored piano, flute, guitar, singing, and percussion, earning certificates and performing in theaters and events. Her enthusiasm for music led her to pursue a degree in Music Teaching at EMBAP, deepening her understanding of the art and science of music education. For a span of three years, Julliana had the privilege of teaching music at Shalon Baptist Elementary School, fostering the growth of budding musicians. Music, for Julliana, is more than just notes and rhythms. For nearly 20 years, she has served as a Worship Pastor, infusing her heart and soul into every chord and lyric. Julliana has a knack for translating English Christian music into Portuguese, and she's also a Christian music composer. Her talents have graced churches and Christian events across Brazil for over two decades. Adding a dash of unique flavor to her musical repertoire, Julliana has earned a certificate in Brazilian Popular Music, which includes the mesmerizing rhythms of Bossa Nova, often referred to as Brazilian Jazz.
Teaches at: Portland Campus & Portland Bible College
YUME TAKANUMA - (Bachelor of Church Music)
Teaches: Piano
I started to learn classical piano when I was five years old at church piano lesson. When I was age of 20, I started to play the piano in a worship team. Currently, I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Theology worship emphasis at PBC. Also, I was in a brass band team for three years and I played the flute at many concerts and contests. All my family can play instruments so I have been surrounded by music whole my life. I am looking forward students to equipping with musical skills and finding joy in music together!
Teaches at: Portland & Tigard Campus
DARREL SANTOSO
Teaches: Acoustic Guitar
Born and raised in Surabaya, Indonesia, he initially had little to do with music and never thought he would play any instrument. However, at the age of 13, a transformative encounter with God altered the course of his life, reshaping his perspective on music. Over the past decade, he has dedicated himself to playing the piano and guitar, passionately serving in the church and imparting his knowledge to friends. His musical talents extend beyond these two instruments, encompassing the bass, electric guitar, and drums. Notably, he has lent his musical prowess to church services in multiple languages, amassing six years of experience in Bahasa, and nearly two years in both English and Spanish. While he finds joy in activities such as chess, literature, and swimming, it's clear that music holds a unique place in his heart.
Teaches at: Portland Campus
DASTHYAN LOLO KASSA
Teaches: Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Drums, Saxophone
Growing up in Papua, Indonesia, he discovered his passion for music at a young age. At 13, he began learning to play the bass guitar, and it quickly became his favorite instrument. Over the next 15 years, he honed his skills as a church musician, performing regularly for the congregation. But his musical talents don't stop there. He's also proficient in playing the drums, acoustic guitar, and saxophone. It brings him great joy to express himself through these different instruments and share his love for music with others.
Teaches at: Portland & Tigard Campus
LUKE TARTER
Teaches: Piano, Saxophone
Luke is a talented multi-instrumentalist specializing in Piano, Saxophone, and Music Improvisation. He studied music, both jazz and classical, at Mount Hood Community College and Portland State University. At Mount Hood, Luke had the opportunity to play piano and saxophone in the top Jazz Band, leading to international tours with the MHCC Jazz Band to Taiwan in 2009 for the Word Games and in 2011 for the Lantern Festival.In addition to attending the Mount Hood Music program, he played clarinet in the orchestra and served as one of the regular piano accompanists for vocal students, accompanying them in both jazz and classical repertoire. Currently, Luke is a regular performer at the Portland Airport, playing piano music in various styles to help passengers relax and alleviate the stress of travel. Luke has been a part of the worship teams at Mannahouse for over 20 years. He is passionate about using music to tell stories and helping people develop their own musical skills to convey their favorite stories. Beyond music, Luke enjoys traveling, playing golf, trail running, endurance cycling, and being an uncle.
Teaches at: Portland Campus & Portland Bible College
DARREN RAYNALD - (Bachelor of Church Music)
Teaches: Voice
Darren's musical journey began in Indonesia, where he was born and raised. Recognizing his ability to sing on pitch even before he could read, his parents enrolled him in voice lessons. This early start ignited his passion for music, leading him to master his voice and explore other instruments such as the piano, violin, and acoustic guitar. In 2004, Darren participated in a televised singing competition in Indonesia, securing a top-five position. This achievement confirmed his passion for singing and solidified his commitment to making music a central part of his life. Following the competition, Darren produced two worship albums and became deeply involved in worship ministry. These experiences inspired him to enhance his musical skills and deepen his understanding of the Word of God, ultimately leading him to pursue training at Portland Bible College (PBC). Darren graduated from PBC in 2019 with a Bachelor of Church Music degree. He and his wife, Jeany, now reside in Portland, OR, where he is dedicated to training the next generation in both musical skills and the Word of God. Darren teaches music courses at PBC, offers private lessons, and serves with the Mannahouse worship team on Sundays.
Teaches at: Portland Campus & Portland Bible College
JOSHUA MCNACK
Teaches: Voice & Piano
Joshua McNack is a well-versed worship pastor and instrumentalist. Although able to play a multitude of instruments, his passions are singing and piano. Joshua has been writing songs since he was 14 and producing music/beats since he was 8 years old. Joshua currently has songs on all streaming platforms and serves as a Youth Pastor and Worship leader at Activate Church in Camas, Washington. Joshua is a current music teacher for Mannahouse Christian Academy and is excited to start his second year of k-8 teaching in 2024! Joshua specializes in praise and worship music, but because of his strong love for music, he has been diving into a multitude of genres and is excited to learn even more!
Teaches at: Mill Plain Campus
KOBE TREGO
Teaches: Voice & Piano
Growing up in a small town in central Washington, Kobe comes from a family of musicians and singers. In 2018 he moved from Zillah, Wa to Portland, OR where he began his journey studying the Word of God. Kobe is a current senior at Portland Bible College studying to receive his Bachelors in Theology with an emphasis in Worship Ministry. Starting in middle school, Kobe has played an active part in worship teams and ministries at different churches around the PNW. He currently serves at Mannahouse Millplain leading Worship and plays the Keys. Kobe also plays the role of a Youth Worship Ministry lead at Mannahouse MillPlain where he helps facilitate the learning and growth in not only how to live a lifestyle rooted in Biblical Worship but also where he sees to help students thrive in excellence when it comes to their musical craft. Being a musical mentor to students is something that he is extremely passionate about and is excited to help his students achieve their musical goals. As music and music education has played a huge part in his upbringing, Kobe is excited to help your students find their musical gifting and grow to achieve ability beyond their expectations.
Teaches at: Portland & Mill Plain Campus
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