A veteran educator and composer with over 45 years of experience in music ministry and international missionary work.
Rebekah's musical foundation was built within a talented musical family, beginning her formal lessons at the age of five. By age sixteen, she was already serving as a church pianist and accordionist and assisting in choir direction. During this time, she had the privilege of studying under a graduate of a prestigious music university in the Philippines, fostering a high level of technical and artistic proficiency.
Rebekah attended Marian College in the Philippines before transferring to Baptist Voice College in Wilmington, OH. Her career has been defined by a deep commitment to service; she and her husband served as missionaries in South America for fifteen years. During this time, she utilized her musical talents to teach children and train adults in worship leadership, leaving a lasting impact on the communities she served.
An accomplished composer and recording artist, Rebekah has recorded professional accompaniment for over 200 hymns and has composed numerous original praise songs. Teaching since the 1970s, she brings a wealth of professional experience to her students in Roanoke. She offers expert instruction in Gospel, Traditional, Country, and Classical styles. Rebekah is known for her reserved yet deeply insightful teaching approach, helping students of all ages master the nuances of the piano, organ, and accordion.
Rebekah teaches from a professional environment in Roanoke and offers high-definition online instruction for students nationwide. She focuses on building a solid rhythmic foundation and proper technique, ensuring that every student understands the language of music.
We know that inviting an instructor into your life requires trust. That's why every instructor at Melody Music Studios, including Rebekah, goes through the strictest vetting process in the industry.