Staff and Instructors

Peter’s unique experience in the business, education and music fields all came together in October 2004, when he bought Studio West with the vision of adding a recording school. As Director of The Recording Arts Center and Owner of Studio West, Peter oversees the daily operations of both the school and the studio, and enjoys using his diverse experience to assist both students and clients.

Pete Nagy

Studio Manager

Bobby Bray

Instructor - Music Business, Digital Audio

Cedrick earned an Associate’s Degree in Audio Engineering at ESRA Institute in France and has since followed his passion for all things sound, working as a tracking and mix engineer as well as a post production sound designer and mixer.

Cedrick Courtois

Engineer, Instructor - Audio Recording Techniques, Digital Audio

Mike Harris

Engineer, Instructor - Audio Recording Techniques, Mixing, Mastering, Digital Audio

Shawn Rohlf

Instructor - Audio Recording Techniques, Music History/, Digital Audio

Ian specializes in tracking and mixing. Ian’s musical credits include T-Pain, Rob Halford of Judas Priest, Frankie J, Luke Parkin, La Cuca, and Los Tucanes de Tijuana. Video game and TV credits include Brutal Legend, DiRT2, Diners Drive-ins and Dives, and How to Look Good Naked. He’s also recorded DVD commentary and audio books for Jerry Lewis, Deepak Chopra, and Dr. Oz.

Ian Sutton

Engineer, Instructor - Mixing, Mastering, Digital Audio

Scott got his start in film industry in Hollywood in the late 90’s. Since then he has worked in all aspects of film making. He has a long list clients ranging from tech giants to action sport heroes.

Nicole Orsini

Director of Education

Todd Hunsaker

Admissions Director

"Your facility was very organized, well maintained, and always made me feel welcome. Your staff was well qualified to answer any and all questions I had, and went above and beyond to ensure my experience was top notch. I would refer anyone interested in learning more about the industry and or looking to brush up on a subject to check out TRAC and Studio West. I have been to many studios and am always looking to further my expertise and professionalism in the trade, and this by far was the best learning experience I have had yet!"
—Dan Heidt

Staff and Instructors

Peter Dyson

Colin Tedeschi