Our Team.
The KaliKo team is made up of professionals on their instruments who truly believe in teaching the person not just the topic and young educators who have worked hard to master their instrument and wish to spread their love of music to the next generation. We pride ourselves on helping students grow while growing as musicians ourselves. You NEVER stop learning! (all teachers are background checked through their public education jobs)
Miss. Kresta
Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Piano
Kalista is a multi-instrumentalist in the Woodlands. She has studied music for 24 years and has been an active performer throughout Texas. Currently she is an orchestra and piano ensemble director in public education, CMTA Elementary Piano Ensemble Director, TWFBC Assistant Children's Choir Director, and proudly works towards building content and the growth of music education.
Mr. Keener
Double Bass & Electric Bass
Thomas is a Bass teacher and working musician in Houston, TX. He’s been playing music for 11 years and briefly studied music at the Berklee College of Music. He is an active member of the Houston/Texas Hardcore scenes and plays around the state in his many bands. He currently works as a private teacher in many school districts across the Houston area.
Mrs. Duran
Violin & Viola
Maria is a multi-instrumentalist in Conroe. She has studied the violin for 20 years and has graduated with a degree in Music Education from SHSU. She has a background in percussion studies as a former percussionist for The Lone Star College North Harris Wind Symphony and The Kindwood POPS Orchestra. Maria has also performed with The North Harris Steel Drum Band as both a soloist and as a section leader in their ensemble. She is currently an Orchestra Director in CISD
Mr. Fuentes
Cello & Beginner Bass
Jose is a versatile multi-instrumentalist from the Dallas area with over 14 years of musical study and performance experience. He has been an active performer across Texas, with expertise spanning classical, Latin, pop, worship music, and mariachi. Jose has collaborated with organizations such as the Huntsville Youth Orchestra, Through The Staff (TTS), and others.
In addition to performing, Jose has held a variety of music education and leadership roles, including private lessons, mariachi ensemble coordinator, and music substitute teacher.
OUR STORY
At KaliKo Music we aim to build up the next generation of strong musicians and wonderful people. We understand that music is a powerful way of communicating that can teach all students valuable life skills.
KaliKo began before it's name in Denton, Texas with a handful of gifted cellists and Ms. Kresta. From there the dream of teaching people through music was born. We have since expanded to multiple recitals a year, community performances, and sharing the power of music in the Houston area.
BUILD MUSICAL TECHNIQUE
Posture ~ Music Theory ~ Adaptibility
LEARN DIVERSE SKILLS
Time Management ~ Problem Solving
"Music will change the world because it can change people"
~ Bono