Our Team

Foothill Musical Arts instructors bring years of teaching and performance experience to every lesson. With a passion for music education and a student-first approach, our team is committed to help our students build a strong foundation, grow, and succeed. Get to know our talented team below, and feel free to reach out with questions.

Naomi Peña

FHMA Director

Music Fundamentals, Keyboard, Choir

Naomi is a veteran homeschooler and a third generation musician. She started playing piano at the age of 5 and continued all throughout. Naomi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music from Azusa Pacific University. After graduation, God gave her the opportunity to start her own business, Naomi Peña Music, where she has utilized her skills as an instructor, collaborator, and performer. Naomi has many years of performing experience with a variety of entities, some of which include: the Angeles Chorale, the Azusa Pacific Oratorio Choir, and the Azusa Pacific Symphony Orchestra, Orange Coast Musical Arts, Alison Kalmus Theatre, New Life Christian School, and Music & Arts, as well as various music studios throughout the San Gabriel Valley. Currently, Naomi has two studios in the SGV area where she teaches piano and voice. She is an active member of the Music Teachers’ Association of California, as well as Foothill Academy of Vocal Arts’ Festival Chorus, frequently performing with them as a choral singer, accompanist, and guest soloist (voice and piano). For the past fifteen years, she has served in music ministry at Bible Baptist Church of San Gabriel Valley, occasionally serving as a guest musician at other churches. In her spare time, she is either traveling, rock climbing, writing, or reading her favorite children’s books.

Violet Basurto

Music Explorers

Contact Us

foothillmusicalarts@gmail.com