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Whether you’re looking for 1:1 guidance, a clinician to work with your ensemble or someone to host a professional development session, you’ll find them here.
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Jason Buckingham
With decades in music education and the marching arts, I’ve served as a performer, teacher, designer, and manager. As the only Brass Caption Head to lead three corps into DCI Finals, I’m also a Blue Knights Hall of Fame inductee and contributor to the Emmy- and Tony-winning musical Blast!.
Gracie Carrillo
Gracie Carrillo is a music educator and conductor dedicated to arts advocacy. She leads ensembles in competitions, workshops, and industry explorations nationwide and internationally. Gracie's experience spans multiple ensembles, grant success, and conducting fellowships, including with the San Francisco Philharmonic and Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra.
Larisa Marian
Larisa Marian, a dedicated music educator, holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Music Education from George Mason University, achieving honors. With over 12 years in public school music and recognition from ASTA and VMEA, Larisa is passionate about pedagogy and community, and now teaches privately in Loudoun County.
Joshua Page
My name is Joshua Page, and I have been teaching music in public schools for 12 years. I currently teach band and chorus at Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School. Previously, I taught at Smithfield Middle School, where I earned the Johnston County Employee of the Month award and the Mr. Holland's Opus Music Grant.
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.
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.
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.
Joseph Lewis
Joe Lewis is an experienced music educator with a decade in teaching, specializing in musical theatre, choral music, SEL/DEIB, and middle school music. A Jeff Award nominee, he is also a renowned actor, singer, and recording artist in Chicago. Joe holds degrees from Illinois Wesleyan University and VanderCook College of Music.
