Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Simon Petty is an established jazz pianist who keeps an active schedule  performing with the top jazz musicians in the DFW area. Such musicians include: Lynn Seaton, Quamon Fowler, Mario Cruz, and many more. Simon holds a BA in Music  Composition from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and holds a church pianist position in which he has done writing, performing, and arranging. Simon has studied under nationally acclaimed jazz educators Thomas Burchill, Stockton Helbing, Josh Hanlon, and ASCAP award-winning composers Ric Flauding, Dr. Mac Davis, and Dr. Stephen Johnson. Simon continues to develop a unique musical style in both his writing and performance while teaching music theory, piano and music  composition since 2008. His students have won competitions and perform professionally. He enjoys teaching others to hold themselves to a high standard in whatever areas they pursue, while enjoying the experience of their musical journey.

Alexander Petty began his study of music as a child. By his teenage years he was composing his own piano arrangements, competing at the Texas Private School Music Educators Association in both the solo and ensemble categories, and expanding his musical studies at the Travis Academy of Fine Arts. His interests in music led to the completion of a Bachelor of Arts in Music Composition. During these years of study, his days included classes in music theory, instrumental ensemble practice, music writing, choral rehearsals and music history. Alexander has also completed a Master of Arts in History, which has led him to require that his music students have a basic understanding of the historical context behind their chosen piece. He has found that even a small amount of time spent increasing knowledge of musical styles and composers helps the student realize a greater appreciation for their art. Not merely a theorist, Alexander has performed locally at various venues under different settings, ranging from choral performances at the Bass Hall to soloing in musical drama at Scott Theatre. While he relishes the solitary experiences of playing Chopin Nocturnes or setting out to write an entirely new piece, he also enjoys teaching others music and is happy to convey concepts and techniques in a simple way that aids and informs the student..

Chuck Davies is a multi-instrumentalist with over 20 years experience as a music teacher and performer. His specialties include guitar, bass, drums, voice, beginner piano, music theory, performance coaching, music production, and songwriting/composition. He holds a Bachelors of General Studies with a music minor from Indiana University and has spent decades as a touring and studio musician. His other interests include martial arts and personal development.

Nina Beate was born and raised in Quito, Ecuador. She completed her high school studies at Interlochen Arts Academy, MI, before completing her Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Violin Performance at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. Nina has freelanced, taught, and toured throughout North & South America for the past 15 years. She has two young children she has been raising in Texas for the past six years, and provides a great deal of knowledge and experience in her work at Stage Notes!

Ethan Anderson has been taking lessons at Stage Notes since the age of 7. He has been specializing in jazz for the past five years. He plays piano with the Crossroads youth choir at First Baptist Church of Hurst and the Keller Area Youth Jazz Orchestra. He is also a saxophonist, earning 1st chair baritone saxophone in the 2018 All Region Band.