MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS.
Experienced musicians and dedicated educators helping students develop their skills, creativity, and individual musical voices.
Pat Brown
Flute Instructor
Houston Music Academy is proud to recognize Pat Brown, our dedicated flute instructor and an Associated Chamber Music Players (ACMP) Member of the Month.
An optometrist by profession, Pat has cultivated a rich musical life alongside her professional career. For more than 20 years, she has performed with the Texas Medical Center Orchestra, where she has also served on the board and helped guide the ensemble toward national recognition.
Beyond the orchestral stage, Pat performs throughout Houston with her chamber trio featuring flute, violin, and bass, bringing live music to professional events and community gatherings.
Pat’s musical journey reflects her belief that music is more than a profession—it is a lifelong passion, one she shares with her students at Houston Music Academy.
David Parker
Drums · Guitar · Vibraphone · Jazz Improvisation
David Parker is a professional musician, educator, and multi-instrumentalist whose musical background encompasses jazz, classical guitar, percussion, and contemporary music.
A graduate of Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA), David holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music from the University of St. Thomas. He continued his musical studies in Madrid, Spain, at Colegio Mayor, studying classical guitar with Demetrio Ballesteros. He also participated in master classes with internationally acclaimed guitarists David Russell and Jorge Morel.
A drummer since the age of 12, David has developed a diverse musical career encompassing drums, vibraphone, nylon-string guitar, and jazz improvisation. His performance experience includes appearances at South by Southwest (SXSW) and music festivals throughout Germany, the Netherlands, and England.
His experience across multiple instruments and musical traditions informs a teaching approach that connects technique, rhythm, harmony, and creative expression.
At Houston Music Academy, David emphasizes strong musical foundations while encouraging students to develop their own artistic voices. His teaching incorporates practical musicianship, improvisation, and an appreciation for a wide range of musical styles.
David is also the founder of Jazz Crossroads, an initiative dedicated to bringing musicians together through performances, workshops, jam sessions, and collaborative musical experiences.