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Hudson Steere (she/her)
Hello, my name is Hudson Steere, and I’m a Seattle-born college student currently pursuing a Music Industry degree at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) in Los Angeles. With a deep connection to the vibrant Seattle music scene, I’ve spent years immersed in the city’s diverse and evolving music culture. As a vocalist, guitarist, and bassist, I’m also part of the pop-rock girl band THEM, which was formed in the creative heart of Seattle's indie scene at Mode itself and has since grown into an exciting and dynamic project.
My passion for music extends far beyond performing—I'm deeply dedicated to learning, writing, and creating in all aspects of the industry. Whether it’s crafting new material, collaborating with other artists, or exploring new genres, I’m constantly driven by the power of music to connect and inspire. As I continue to grow in my studies at CSUN, I’m also committed to sharing my knowledge and excitement with others, especially those looking to learn in an engaging and accessible way.
I offer online music lessons that emphasize practical skills in both performance and music theory, along with navigating the evolving music industry. Whether you’re a budding vocalist, guitarist, or bassist—or someone looking to dive into the behind-the-scenes aspects of music—I'm here to guide you in developing your voice and building confidence as an artist. Let’s explore music together and take your skills to the next level!
Emily Jensenius (they/them)
Emily Jensenius was born in Issaquah, WA, into a family of music lovers that includes several pianists, an opera singer, and a zither player. As a teen, Emily played viola in the Seattle Youth Symphony and also performed on Classic King FM radio with their string quartet. Emily went on to study viola performance at the Cleveland Institute of Music, Rice University, and Florida State University. Their major teachers were Jeffrey Irvine and Lynne Ramsey, James Dunham, and Pamela Ryan. At FSU, Emily received assistantships to coach viola and chamber music, as well as to play with the College of Music's Eppes String Quartet, which collaborated with student composers on new works. The Eppes was coached by cellist Greg Sauer and mentored by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich.
As an orchestral musician in Florida, Emily played with many professional ensembles, including the Tallahassee Symphony, the Columbus Symphony, Sinfonia Gulf Coast, and the Albany Symphony. After graduation, Emily was fortunate to live in Oxford, England, for a few years, where they taught privately and performed as a member of the Oxford Chamber Orchestra and the Oxford Sinfonia. Emily currently lives near Washington, D.C., and teaches for Mode online.
Emily encourages students to be self-directed and will follow each player's musical interests while also fostering healthy technique and critical listening skills. A lesson with Emily will typically focus on the physical setup, pitch and rhythmic awareness, style and phrasing, and strategies for efficient practice. Emily's goal is for every student to enjoy being a musician and to feel increased self-confidence as they improve. Some of Emily's other interests are distance running, watching video essays, listening to oldies, folk, or pop music, and baking pies.
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