Performing as Pianist / Organist / Vocalist

Natasha Ragland has been a professional church musician since age 16, Performing at Hilltop Center for Spiritual Living 10 years with her dad as soloist, 10 years as pianist of Temecula Valley Center for Spiritual Living, 3 years at San Luis Rey United Methodist Church, 4 years in Episcopal churches, 15 years and currently as Organist/Pianist at Church of Christ Scientist.  She played piano at Peking Wok, Bonsall 2 years. She also performs special parties and concerts with guitarist Randie Wilson, and with the family Act:  “The Jack Pack.”  She was pianist at Santa Anita Nordstrom, and has done accompaniment work for choirs.

Statements of Appreciation from Happy Congregants:

“Your compassion, caring for the arts and music, and your love of people is a very special gift that you possess and those of us marvel at your contribution.  You do so much to move worship to a higher plane.” — Pastor Walter Leverette

“Natasha, Thank you for your wonderful gift of music and sharing it so generously with the congregation.  The Peace of Christ.” — Pastor Rick Malec

“Your music is what draws me back to Fallbrook church, as well as the readings and testimonials.  I rejoice with you and your family in all the artistic activities you share.” —Carol Bratton

“Thank you, Natasha, for a wonderful job you and Randie did for Unice’s party.  She is still talking about the music and a few of her friends dancing to it.” — Nancy Nicotra

“Thank you for your beautiful music and being so faithful to our church.” — Sibyl Mills

“I so much enjoy your music for our services.  It wouldn’t be the same without that special element of soul and joy.” — Laurie Huber

“Lyle and I were in awe as we sat back and listened to your beautiful selection of songs.  Then, with you and your father entertaining us, I again sat back and marveled at your unbelievable talents.” — Rev. Anne Young

Testimonials:

“We just want you to know that we really appreciate the way you have been able to inspire and rekindle Max’s interest in piano.  It is so nice to see him practice without us pushing him to do so.  Of course, these are all signs of an awesome teacher.  Thanks for your patience and dedication.” —Dr. Sanchez

“Nobody listens like you do!  And thanks for being such a great teacher!  Your knowledge and the way you’ve mastered the piano are always an inspiration to me.  I am very impatient and cannot wait to get better!  I appreciate your patience, understanding and skills in helping me reach my goal.  My only regret is not meeting you many years ago!" — Debby Wolcott

"Thank you for being my piano teacher and for being so patient with me on this adventure.  I just love the time we spend together, especially the energy, your great zest for life, your enthusiasm, and your gentleness.  You are a fabulous teacher and truly God's blessing on the planet."  --- Rev. Guy Willams

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Natasha Ragland has been teaching voice and piano privately for over 25 years in Fallbrook, Rainbow, and Temecula to students of all ages and levels.  She holds recitals every 3 months 

Through her teaching career, Natasha has had over 100 students; some studied over 11 years with Natasha, as she coached them to advanced levels.

Natasha Ragland's desire to be a songwriter surfaced at age 3 when she began improvising her own songs on the piano and singing about the pictures in her piano books.  She studied composition and commercial harmony with Professor Brent Pierce at Fullerton College, and film-scoring with Perry LaMarca at CSULB.  After Graduating Magna Cum Laude with her Bachelors of Arts of Music at CSULB, she focused on songwriting and attended workshops, song pitches, and critiques in Hollywood and San Diego to improve her skills and craft.  She also studied recording arts at Mira Costa College.  She released her first album of 13 Original Songs entitled "In the Boundless" in 2002, which contains her award-winning song "Sing Me Your Lullaby, Starry Night" and "The Camel Trot" which was picked up by Christmas Music Publisher Justin Wilde.  She has performed concerts of her original songs at the Fallbrook Library Concert Series, and recorded 6 albums of Piano standards and favorites.  She continues to write original songs and produce her own recordings.

“Natasha!  You brought the house down!  Your program at the Library on Thursday evening was charming and beautiful and VERY exciting!  You were such a treat.  Please thank you father as well.  Everyone knows what a talented person he is, but we didn’t know what a Spanish Caballero he was!” — Barbara Gordon

“Dear Natasha, Bruce and I wanted you to know that we thoroughly enjoyed your concert last evening at the Library.  Your songs are truly delightful and heartfelt.  What a blessing they are to the listeners.  Please continue to compose as inspirations grip you.  You are gifted in so many areas and we’re the ones who benefit from your labors.  Thank You.  Also, we enjoyed the guitarist who added so much depth for the pieces.  Of course, we love hearing your Dad sing and his enthusiasm for life and the arts.  You are a blessed family.” —  Love, Bruce and Genie Summers

“Whenever I see you I smile.  Your spirit shines bright and your paintings, music and singing spread happiness.  Zia and I enjoy listening to your CD of piano music when we drive through the scenic hills of De Luz to Temecula every weekend.  It’s beautiful and relaxing.”— Annie Yazdani

"You have an astonishing voice, great musicality and a gift to share with the world. Many of the songs are SO perfect for worship and should be in every songbook for every faith. Deep, diverse and delicious!  You have so much love and light in your lyrics! And oh. those. harmonies!! Beautiful!  You are truly a renaissance woman, Natasha, gifting us with all of your arts. Thank you."    With Love, Sandi Kimmel