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Vanisha Evans
With over 20 years in arts administration, nonprofit management, and music education, I have developed successful, sustainable programs tailored to organizational needs and budgets. My engaging music lessons inspire students' curiosity and passion. I perform regularly and specialize in neo-soul music, particularly Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder, as well as classical and jazz.
Melynda Morrone
Melynda Morrone is a music educator and aspiring curriculum supervisor in Southern New Jersey. She has taught at Whitehall Elementary School and Swansboro High School, achieving leadership roles and honors. Melynda co-created "Mini Musicians" classes and holds degrees in Music Education and School Leadership. She enjoys family time, nature walks, and singing.
Cierra Nicole Gooden
Cierra, an SFSU alumna with a Master's in Music, has led the Music Student Alliance, taught over 300 children, and contributed to E.D.I initiatives. Currently teaching at Antelope Valley College and DNA STUDIOS USA, she has participated in numerous productions and loves mentoring and inspiring future generations.
Suyá Nascimento
Suyá, a visionary composer from Salvador, Brazil, crafts music that transcends traditional norms. Blending analog and digital sounds, her immersive performances captivate audiences. With a unique approach born from childhood experimentation, she mentors young creatives and inspires transformation through her music and teaching.
Gene Baker
Gene V. Baker is a composer blending jazz, contemporary classical, experimental, and popular music. An adept trumpet, piano, and jazz organ performer, he also produces and engineers. With 10 years of band directing experience, Gene is a DMA student at Frost School of Music and has performed at renowned venues worldwide.
Erin Zaffini
Dr. Erin Zaffini (DMA) is the Director of Teacher Education for Longy’s Master of Music Education programs and faculty at the University of New Hampshire. She specializes in music education for students with disabilities, and is an active clinician and consultant. Dr. Zaffini has published extensively and received multiple teaching awards.
Marisa Sardo
Chicago-born guitarist Marisa Sardo, a dual-citizen of the US and Italy, is an internationally active musician known for diverse programs. She has won major competitions, including the 2022 New York Laureate and 2021 Twisted Spruce. Marisa holds degrees from Northwestern, Indiana University, and New England Conservatory.
Steve Migliore
Mr. Mig is a multiplatinum producer, songwriter, and engineer with nearly three decades in the music industry. He has over 60 top 40 Billboard hits and has worked with Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and more. He also contributes to media, creating music for networks like NBC and brands like Starbucks.
Brandon Farmer
Brandon Farmer, a world-class drummer, producer, singer/songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, hails from North Carolina. Known for his versatile rhythmic skills in R&B, jazz, and funk, he has performed with artists like Goapele and Saba. Passionate about music, Brandon continuously seeks opportunities to expand his rhythmic knowledge.
Daryl Silberman
Ms. Daryl Silberman is a professional violinist/violist, an orchestra director at Scullen Middle School in Naperville, IL, and a director for the Youth Symphony of DuPage. “Ms. S” studied viola performance at the University of Colorado at Boulder, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and University of Southern California and teaches with her 5-string violin. She has been a private studio teacher, high school orchestra director, youth orchestra director and freelance violist and violinist in Illinois, Oregon, and California performing with regional orchestras, rock bands, movie studio orchestras, chamber groups, and baroque ensembles.
Lisa Dolcy
Lisa Dolcy was born in Jamaica, and her early musical influences range from the local sounds of the Caribbean to music sung by church choirs under her father’s direction. As she grew older and migrated to the United States, this love of music only grew now accompanied with a strong desire to share it with others. She graduated with a B.S. in Music (Vocal Concentration) from Southern Adventist University and a Masters in Music Education (Choral Conducting) from Florida State University.
Brandon Kelley
Brandon Kelley, a seasoned saxophonist and educator, has presented masterclasses at UNT and the North American Saxophone Alliance. He has performed at prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, and is a faculty member at Dallas College. A winner of multiple music competitions, Brandon blends performance, teaching, and research in his career.
Marc Mangino
Marc studied music at The College of New Jersey and Westminster Choir College, earning his bachelor’s degree in Music Education. A certified Life Coach, Marc has over 20 years of teaching experience in various settings, including high schools, middle schools, and private lessons. He also authors innovative teaching materials and instrumental method books.
Kelsey Ann Folmar
Kelsey Folmar is a band director at Van Hoosen Middle School in metro-Detroit, specializing in oboe and instrumental education. With a Master's degree in Conducting and Music Education from American Band College and a Bachelor's from Central Michigan University, she is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and trauma-informed practices in the classroom.
Jessica Peresta
Jessica is the elementary music teacher and curriculum coordinator at The Hill School in Fayetteville, AR and is the founder and CEO of The Domestic Musician, LLC, where products include the Curriculum Design Roadmap course, the HARMONY membership site, and the Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course.
Michelle Gergich
Michelle Gergich, a flutist and conductor, has over 10 years of experience teaching music to students from ages 3 to adults. She is the Assistant Conductor of the Moorestown Community Band and teaches instrumental music at Mount Laurel's Countryside and Parkway Elementary Schools. Michelle also maintains a private music studio and holds advanced degrees in instrumental conducting and music education from Rutgers University and the University of Minnesota.
Braden Pontoli
Braden Pontoli, a Los Angeles-based film scorer, conductor, and sound healer, blends classical training with multimedia collaborations, crafting meditative and invigorating compositions. Credits include collaborations with producer Peter Rafelson and extensive work with independent film directors and modern dance companies. With an MFA in Music Performance and Composition, his expertise spans genres.
