Mr. Abad is the director of the Arts Development School of Music that offers beginner through professional level lessons to all levels of players in classical & popular style. The goal of teaching is to make sure that the maximum objective lesson plan requirement which is individually designed for each student is met and accomplished as the student steps out of the studio.

Ardes has taught numerous students since 1985. His methods of teaching produces successful improvement in the skill and musicianship of every student. He earned his Bachelor of Music Degree in Piano and Education at the University of the Philippines. He continued his studies to earn Music Graduate Credits from the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas and University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California. He accompanied and directed music ensemble in church and secular institutions. A classroom music theory, instrumental and choral conducting teacher to music major students.