David Joseph “D.J.” Villegas is a San Diego–based multi-instrumentalist, educator, and nonprofit ringleader who treats music as a bridge, a playground, and a rocket ship all at once. His career zigzags through performance, teaching, and community leadership, fueled by the belief that music should flow into people’s lives as freely and generously as sunlight.

D.J. thrives on sparking courage, opening doors, and building connections for the next generation of musicians and music lovers. Powered by empathy, authenticity, and a generous dose of creative caffeine, he turns every stage and every interaction into a space for joy, adventure, and possibility.