
Jeremy Umlauf is a composer whose primary instruments are Piano and Trombone. He received his BM in Composition from Stetson University where he studied beneath Dr. Manuel de Murga and Dr. Sydney Hodkinson, he independently studied below Dr. Daniel Crozier at Rollins College where he did not seek a degree, and received his MA in Music at UCF under Dr. Alexander Burtzos.
He also won the 2021 Florida Bandmasters Association’s Young Composer Competition with his piece, Clash of the Ancient Sorcerers and the 2022 National Flute Association Collegiate Flute Choir Call for Scores Competition with his piece Colibri. He was also a finalist in the 2023 US Air Force Mach 1: Breaking the Sound Barrier Commission Competition and the 2020 Florida Orchestra’s Student Composer Competition.
He gets his works performed frequently with the help of the Central Florida Composers Forum. Three of his pieces were premiered by the Orlando Contemporary Chamber Orchestra. He participated in the ICEBERG Institute two week workshop in Vienna, Austria where his piece From Frost to Flames was premiered by Trio Immersio. His warm teaching style is informed by his belief that anyone can learn to play music and that everyone deserves a chance to see how far they are willing to take their musical journey.

Jeremy Umlauf is a composer whose primary instruments are Piano and Trombone. He received his BM in Composition from Stetson University where he studied beneath Dr. Manuel de Murga and Dr. Sydney Hodkinson, he independently studied below Dr. Daniel Crozier at Rollins College where he did not seek a degree, and received his MA in Music at UCF under Dr. Alexander Burtzos.
He also won the 2021 Florida Bandmasters Association’s Young Composer Competition with his piece, Clash of the Ancient Sorcerers and the 2022 National Flute Association Collegiate Flute Choir Call for Scores Competition with his piece Colibri. He was also a finalist in the 2023 US Air Force Mach 1: Breaking the Sound Barrier Commission Competition and the 2020 Florida Orchestra’s Student Composer Competition.
He gets his works performed frequently with the help of the Central Florida Composers Forum. Three of his pieces were premiered by the Orlando Contemporary Chamber Orchestra. He participated in the ICEBERG Institute two week workshop in Vienna, Austria where his piece From Frost to Flames was premiered by Trio Immersio. His warm teaching style is informed by his belief that anyone can learn to play music and that everyone deserves a chance to see how far they are willing to take their musical journey.

Jeremy Umlauf is a composer whose primary instruments are Piano and Trombone. He received his BM in Composition from Stetson University where he studied beneath Dr. Manuel de Murga and Dr. Sydney Hodkinson, he independently studied below Dr. Daniel Crozier at Rollins College where he did not seek a degree, and received his MA in Music at UCF under Dr. Alexander Burtzos.
He also won the 2021 Florida Bandmasters Association’s Young Composer Competition with his piece, Clash of the Ancient Sorcerers and the 2022 National Flute Association Collegiate Flute Choir Call for Scores Competition with his piece Colibri. He was also a finalist in the 2023 US Air Force Mach 1: Breaking the Sound Barrier Commission Competition and the 2020 Florida Orchestra’s Student Composer Competition.
He gets his works performed frequently with the help of the Central Florida Composers Forum. Three of his pieces were premiered by the Orlando Contemporary Chamber Orchestra. He participated in the ICEBERG Institute two week workshop in Vienna, Austria where his piece From Frost to Flames was premiered by Trio Immersio. His warm teaching style is informed by his belief that anyone can learn to play music and that everyone deserves a chance to see how far they are willing to take their musical journey.
AMELIA

My daughter has been playing the key board since she was 4. And had forgotten somethings. But when she sat down with her music teacher Alyssa it all seemed to come back. My daughter is now 8 years old and very excited about music again and enjoys being taught at Pandemonium!
Shivani R.

My daughter took piano and vocal lessons from pandemonium. She loved going there. Teachers are amazing she have learned a lot in short period of time.
Why Choose Lochwood Academy?

Music lessons help students build confidence and stay focused. They feel proud as they improve with each new song.

Learning music strengthens memory, coordination, and listening. It supports problem-solving and academic growth in fun ways.

Kids express themselves creatively while learning patience and discipline. Music helps them manage emotions and grow resilience.

Students learn to follow instructions and build consistent practice habits. They also develop respect for their mentors, time, and personal growth.

Music lessons help kids build confidence and stay focused. They feel proud as they improve with each new song.

Learning music strengthens memory, coordination, and listening. It supports problem-solving and academic growth in fun ways.

Kids express themselves creatively while learning patience and discipline . Music helps them manage emotions and grow resilience.

Students learn to follow instructions and build consistent practice habits. They also develop respect for their mentors, time, and personal growth.