Randall Sena is the founder of Certain Sparks Music and loves helping kids discover their musical spark. Known for his patient, encouraging teaching style, Randall creates a fun and supportive environment where students feel confident trying new things and celebrating progress. Parents trust him for his calm approach and big heart, and kids love that lessons feel welcoming, positive, and exciting from day one.

Avery Lange is the manager at Certain Sparks Music and a familiar, friendly face for many of our families. She helps make sure everything runs smoothly while creating a warm, welcoming experience for students and parents alike. Avery is patient, organized, and always happy to help—whether it’s answering questions, cheering on student progress, or making sure kids feel comfortable and excited to walk through the door.

Mars has a passion for Rock n' Roll that is truly inspiring. His talent is matched only by his kindness. Mars has been to more shows than anyone at the shop, his favorites being The Rolling Stones, Misfits, Metallica and Bauhaus. His band Radiation Invasion is awesome and won the Buellton Fall Fest battle of the bands!

Larry started playing guitar when he was 13 years old. Now, he has become co-host of our popular Youth Open Mic and a weekly music teacher. Larry attended Lompoc High's choir all four years of high school and his favorite band is Red Hot Chili Peppers. His band is called Serendipity.

Vincent brings his love of piano to beginner & intermediate players. He graduated from Lompoc High School in 2024 where he played and wrote music for the theater program. He co-hosts Youth Open Mic and is currently pursuing music at Alan Hancock College. Vincent loves jazz and film scores!

Growing up as one of six sisters, Bella developed a deep sense of teamwork, collaboration, and a love for performance. Her dynamic background includes working at Zipline at Alisal Guest Ranch, where she cultivated her skills in leadership and outdoor education. She also has experience with Gymnastics North, where her passion for teaching and movement helped her inspire young athletes. Bella’s diverse experiences make her a welcome addition to Certain Sparks Music, where she teaches ukulele.

Kaleb has been playing drums since he was just 5 years old, and lessons at CSM since age 10. Now he has grown into a teacher and has students of his own. He plays drums for the band Bent based in Santa Maria. You'll always catch him playing and attending local punk shows. Kaleb is working on learning other instruments like guitar, bass and piano!

Zoe started taking ukulele lessons at CSM at 10 years old. Now, she is working the counter here at the shop on Fridays & Saturdays. Zoe also enjoys doing improv and making art!

Matthew is involved in the Cabrillo High School Marching Band after graduating as an accomplished drummer. In 2024 he received the "Dedicated to Progress" award at Cabrillo. He is also a former drummer of the La Purisma Church youth band!

Logan is a Senior at Lompoc High School and a Certain Sparks student who has grown into a teacher. He plays both guitar and drums, bringing his passion and experience to help younger students learn and grow through music.

Kaitlyn Chui began as a student at Certain Sparks Music in 7th grade. She has gone full circle becoming not just a CSM teacher, but also a beloved music teacher in Lompoc Unified School District. 

Scarlett started taking lessons at CSM in 7th grade! She is passionate about musical theater, choir, cheerleading, and dance! In addition to working at CSM, she also teaches dance at Velvet Movement and offers her photography services!

Isidro is bilingual and teaches guitar, bass, & drums. He enjoys playing in his church band.

Tyler Ogletree is the Executive Pastor at Coastlands Church in Lompoc and an active member of the worship band. At Certain Sparks, he specializes in helping kids develop the skills to one day join and play with their church worship bands. Tyler is also open to partnering with churches to support and strengthen their worship teams. 

Terry Bircher is a guitar and drums instructor at Certain Sparks Music who brings patience, encouragement, and a strong background in student support to every lesson. With experience working in educational settings and supporting diverse learners, Terry has a natural ability to meet students where they are and help them grow with confidence. His teaching style is steady, positive, and student-centered, making him a great fit for beginners building foundations as well as students ready to develop their skills further. Terry believes music should feel accessible and rewarding, and he loves helping students discover their rhythm, coordination, and creativity along the way.

Chelsea Ryan McCurdy is a professional actress and voice educator with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Sam Houston State University, a post-baccalaureate in Education from the University of North Texas, and additional vocal pedagogy certifications from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee College of Music. She has performed on regional stages, worked as an English dub voice actress for anime, and can be heard on original cast albums across major streaming platforms. Chelsea is passionate about helping singers of all levels grow in confidence and skill — from building repertoire to refining technique — and her students have gone on to study commercial music and musical theatre in college, release their own music, and even perform on Broadway. Whether the goal is serious training or just singing your heart out, Chelsea brings expertise, energy, and encouragement to every lesson.