Meet the Summit Team
Our instructors bring different backgrounds and strengths to the studio, but share the same goal: helping students grow in skill, confidence, and a genuine love of music.
Meet Erin
Owner + Studio Director
Hi! I’m Erin Batlle — a music teacher, performer, and the director of Summit Performing Arts.
I started this studio because I believe music has the power to help students grow in creativity, confidence, and community.
As a teacher, I’ve been helping kids, teens, and adults discover their voices for more than a decade. I love seeing students grow in confidence, both on stage and in life. Whether it’s classical, Broadway, or contemporary styles, my lessons are designed to be fun, encouraging, and personalized—so every student feels proud of the progress they make.
Meet Faythe
Piano Teacher + Music Foundations
My name is Faythe Payant. I am a sophomore at CSU and I am so excited to be on the Summit Performing Arts team!
I took piano lessons myself since age 3 and I love sharing my passion for music with others. In addition to playing piano, I love to sing and to play the organ!
When I’m teaching, I love seeing my students’ progress and their confidence growing as a musician and person, and Summit Performing Arts is the best place for that.
Meet Cierra
Piano Teacher + Music Foundations
Hi! I’m Cierra Bergeron, and I’m excited to be part of the Summit Performing Arts team!
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Music Education with an emphasis in voice and general piano, and I spent several years teaching music in schools before becoming a mom.
What I love most about teaching is helping students build confidence, discover their strengths, and develop a genuine love for music. Joining Summit is also a special full-circle opportunity for me, since Erin was my own music teacher in high school!
Outside of music, I’m a realtor and love spending time and making memories with my family and two boys.
