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Mark Anthony Appiotti
Concert Band, Conducting, Music Fundamentals, Lesson Planning, Level: Elementary, Level: Secondary, Classroom Management Elisa Janson Jones Concert Band, Conducting, Music Fundamentals, Lesson Planning, Level: Elementary, Level: Secondary, Classroom Management Elisa Janson Jones

Mark Anthony Appiotti

Born and raised in Philadelphia, I began playing trumpet in 4th grade and pursued music education, inspired by Mr. Simon. With a Bachelor's from Mansfield University and advanced studies at Vandercook and UArts, I taught music for 35 years. Now retired, I mentor young teachers, play professionally, and enjoy traveling.

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Erin Zaffini
Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Exceptional Students / Special Education, General Music, Instructional Design, Lesson Planning, Level: Elementary, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Network Building, Peer Leadership, Small Schools, Lifestyle Management Elisa Janson Jones Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Exceptional Students / Special Education, General Music, Instructional Design, Lesson Planning, Level: Elementary, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Network Building, Peer Leadership, Small Schools, Lifestyle Management Elisa Janson Jones

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.

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Tami Williams
Level: Elementary, General Music, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Classroom Technology, Music Fundamentals, Orff Elisa Janson Jones Level: Elementary, General Music, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Classroom Technology, Music Fundamentals, Orff Elisa Janson Jones

Tami Williams

Passionate about kids and music education, Tami has strong planning and organizational skills. In 2021, she wrote the Summer Music Curriculum for Broward County Public Schools, trained other educators on Nearpod, and were a guest clinician at Barry University. She also served as Broward County Elementary Music Teachers' Association (BCEMTA) President from 2015-2017.

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Thomas Palmatier
Level: Elementary, Level: High School, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Concert Band, String/Symphony Orchestra, Vocal Music Elisa Janson Jones Level: Elementary, Level: High School, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Concert Band, String/Symphony Orchestra, Vocal Music Elisa Janson Jones

Thomas Palmatier

Colonel Thomas Palmatier is a distinguished military musician with a career spanning over 37 years. He served as Commander of The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” the largest military music unit in the U.S. He also commanded the U.S. Army Field Band, becoming the first officer to lead both premier Army bands. After retiring from the military, he became an adjunct associate professor at Old Dominion University and a sought-after clinician, guest conductor, and consultant. His academic credentials include a Doctor of Music (Honorary), a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, and a Master of Fine Arts in Music Education.

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Vincent Du Beau
Level: Middle, Level: High School, Concert Band, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Marching Band, Pit Orchestra for Musicals, Vocal Music, Modern Band, Digital Music Pedagogy, Notation Software, Graphic Design, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Event Management, Performance Design, Peer Leadership, Digital Music Production, DJ and Live Audio, AI, Music History, Amplification and Projection Technologies, Classroom Technology, Conducting, Music Fundamentals, Music Theory Elisa Janson Jones Level: Middle, Level: High School, Concert Band, Level: Post-Secondary/University, Marching Band, Pit Orchestra for Musicals, Vocal Music, Modern Band, Digital Music Pedagogy, Notation Software, Graphic Design, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, Event Management, Performance Design, Peer Leadership, Digital Music Production, DJ and Live Audio, AI, Music History, Amplification and Projection Technologies, Classroom Technology, Conducting, Music Fundamentals, Music Theory Elisa Janson Jones

Vincent Du Beau

Vincent S. Du Beau, Director of Bands and Choirs at Delsea Regional High School since 2010, also teaches Music Technology. At Rowan University since 2011, he directs the Concert Band and teaches conducting, music history, and theory. A seasoned conductor, educator, and musician, he's worked with various ensembles, conducted notable performances, presented clinics on wind band programming, and authored for TEMPO Magazine. Additionally, he's heavily involved in music technology education and is a dedicated member of ASCD, NAfME, NJMEA, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.

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