Spencer Koeller

Hometown

Hemet, California

Education

Riverside City College, Associates of Music, 2023-2026

Instrument

Percussion

Biography

Spencer Koeller started music studying blues guitar on their own leading them to join the jazz ensemble in their local middle school. From there they began to learn more about harmony and composition causing Spencer to pursue music composition academically at RCC. Once they joined RCC they switched instrumental gears and began to study classical percussion which brings them to where they are now. Currently, Spencer works as the percussion instructor for the West Valley High School marching band while also studying game scoring on the side.

What inspired you to go into music?

Music theory/composition is fun.

What is an interesting fact about you?

I'm colorblind.

What activities do you enjoy in your spare time?

Playing video games and binge watching sailor moon.

What are you most excited for about this 2024-2025 season?

Making instruments go bang.

Favorite Musical Quote:

“...if it is art, it is not for all, and if it is for all, it is not art.” - Schoenberg