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griseld M. Santiago

Founder & CEO | Voice, Piano, Flute & Guitar

Born in New York, raised in Puerto Rico,

Griseld Santiago grew up surrounded by music at home and her local church. Once she started flute lessons in the 5th grade, she was determined to make music a part of her future. Throughout middle school and high school her experiences included band, choir, PuertoRican music and worship. She graduated from the Escuela Libre de Música de Mayagüez, and obtained her Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico.

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​Former student of Josue Casillas, Principal flute of the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra, and voice professors Laura Rey, William Rivera and Zoraida Lopez. Performing in masterclasses hosted by flute prodigies such as Keith Underwood, Tadeu Coehlo, Jennifer Grim and latin jazz artist Nestor Torres.

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With more than 12 years of teaching experience, Griseld has worked with many institutions including: Corporation of Musical Arts of Puerto Rico, Department of Cultural Development Municipality of Caguas, Broadway Illusions Inc., Humacao Fine Arts School and Hillsborough County Public Schools.

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highlights

Vocal Coach

Musical Theatre productions

  • AladdinBroadway Illusions Inc. 2012 & 2013​

  • The Hunchback of Notre Dame – Broadway Illusions Inc. 2013

  • Shrek The Musical – Broadway Illusions Inc. 2014 & 2015

  • Grease – Mauro Ballet Company 2014

  • Hairspray – Mauro Ballet Company 2015

  • Beauty & The Beast – Shore Magnet School of the Arts 2019

Choral Director

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  • 2017 Disney Festival Award Winning,  Concert Choir of Fine Arts School Anita Otero Hernandez

  • Children’s Choir Community Arts Program,  Mauro  Ballet Company

  • Municipal Children’s Choir of Caguas, Puerto Rico

  • Elementary Choir – Shore Magnet School of the Arts

  • Middle School Choir - Turner Bartels K-8

Musician & Singer

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  • Paracumbé- PuertoRican  folkloric Bomba & Plena

  • Municipal Band of Caguas, Puerto Rico

  • Municipal Children’s Choir of Caguas, Puerto Rico

  • Coro de Cámara Illumino

  • Master Chorale of Tampa Bay

Worship 

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  • Youth Ministries Assemblies of God- District of Puerto Rico

  • Shalom,  Assemblies of God Church - Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

  • Iglesia Evangélica Emmanuel - Carolina, P.R.

  • Brilla Church – Riverview, FL

  • Life Church – Wesley Chapel, FL

  • Punto de Amor - Dade City, FL

robert menar 

Founder | Electric & Bass Guitar 

Passion, joy and excellence are just a few words we can use to describe a musician like Robert. His musical journey started at a very young age at his local church, encouraged by family who gifted him his very first guitar. Throughout middle school and high school he took guitar lessons and participated in local music programs. Later on he formed and led a rock band called "Holocausto" which played in different rock events in Puerto Rico, sharing a message of faith and hope. He continued his education as a student in Instituto CanZion, a music ministry program founded by christian artist, Marcos Witt throughout the USA and Latin America. In this program he completed courses in music theory, guitar, ensemble, chorus and biblical studies. Robert has always dedicated his gifts to bless and expand the local church and music ministries within Puerto Rico and Florida. As a man of many talents, he also excels as a bass guitar player, music director and instrument repair technician. Mr. Robert loves to make music lessons fun, engaging and is currently working towards building his own instruments and establishing his brand as a luthier. 

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Gustavo O'Neil

Drums

Gustavo is a gifted musician with a broad musical experience. His journey as a drummer started at 12 yrs. old, inspired by what he learned at a drum clinic. Thereafter, he continued to make music ever since. Throughout middle school and high school he excelled in school music programs including band, concert percussion and drumline. Mr. Gus' experience and preparation in different musical genres and rhythm literacy has formed him as a professional and effective leader, attentive to detail and musicianship. His passion for using his gifts in worship led him to continue developing his craft as a drummer, worship leader and music director. His greatest virtues are his dedication to excellence and his heart for encouraging and empowering others. Lessons with Mr. Gus are fun, engaging and tailored to each student's goals. At present he is the Worship & Music Director at Punto de Amor and enjoys all kinds of musical genres.

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We would love to meet you

Each of our teachers has a professional musical background that has prepared them to teach our students well. Our teachers are focused on creating a safe and fun environment for everyone. We believe that each student has the potential to sing and play with excellence. At GVC Music Studio we promise to challenge, encourage and guide our students as they put in the hard work each week through practice and sharing music with others. 

 Feel free to contact us if you wish to meet your teacher before starting lessons. A phone call or video conference can be arranged per request. We also welcome positive feedback in order to grow and continue improving at what we do in our studio. If any concerns arise regarding lesson content, contact us via email or a phone call. We will be happy to answer any questions and find solutions in order to offer our students the best experience possible. 

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