KNOW OUR MUSIC VISION

About Our Academy

TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF MUSIC

At Musical Living Academy, we are dedicated to fostering a lifelong passion for music by engaging the mind and expressing the heart.


Through comprehensive music education, we empower students of all ages to develop their talents, embrace creativity, and achieve personal growth.


Our mission is to cultivate a supportive community where music becomes a transformative force in the lives of our students and their families.

Edelir Garza

FOUNDER | PIANO INSTRUCTOR

A passionate and dedicated music educator with over 20 years of experience in private piano instruction. As the owner and founder of Musical Living Academy in McAllen, Texas, which has been operating for over 12 years, Edelir is committed to fostering a holistic approach to music education.


His academy’s slogan, “Engage the Mind. Express the Heart,” reflects his belief in the transformative power of music and its ability to enrich students' lives intellectually and emotionally.

Edelir holds a degree in music education and is deeply involved in the educational community, constantly seeking innovative ways to integrate technology and personalized learning into his academy’s programs. He is particularly passionate about teaching young students and believes that introducing children to music at an early age can change their lives for the better.



Under his leadership, Musical Living Academy offers a range of programs, including piano, guitar, and rhythm classes for kids, as well as recreational piano programs for adults. He collaborates with Alamo Music Center in San Antonio to provide RGV families with another option for purchasing high-quality musical instruments.


In addition to running the academy, Edelir is an advocate for integrating servant leadership into both his personal and professional life. He continuously seeks ways to improve his business operations and enhance client communication.


Edelir is also a proud husband and father, balancing his family life with his role as an educator and business owner. His commitment to his students and community, combined with his passion for music, makes him a beloved figure in the local music education scene.

The Team

CHRISTIAN DAVILA

PIANO INSTRUCTOR | PROGRAMS DIRECTOR

CATHERINE ARREDONDO

VOICE INSTRUCTOR

ANGELA LLANES

VIOLIN INSTRUCTOR

JULIE HERNANDEZ

STUDIO COORDINATOR

ALEXA ALVAREZ

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

JOHN HERNANDEZ

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

JACQUES MENDIOLA-TAGLE

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

ELEAZAR DE LA GARZA

PIANO/VOICE INSTRUCTOR

MATTHEW LOTT

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

LILY GUERRA

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

WILLIAM KAUFFMANN

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

SOFIA PEREZ

PIANO INSTRUCTOR

CHRIS CRUZ

RHYTHM/DRUMS INSTRUCTOR

THOMAS MULLIN

GUITAR INSTRUCTOR

OSCAR SALINAS

GUITAR INSTRUCTOR

ANGEL TREVINO

DRUMS/GUITAR INSTRUCTOR

What Our Students & Parents Say

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