Kevin Collins - GUITAR
Kevin started guitar when he was four and has taught in Amherst since 1969. A graduate of the Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford, he also studied Theory/Composition at Queens College in Flushing, New York, studied guitar at the Aspen Music Festival for nine summers, and played up to 325 concerts a year. In New York, he appeared regularly at Windows on the World in the World Trade Center and at The Rainbow Room. Kevin teaches acoustic and electric guitar and uses songs to introduce you to music theory. He teaches many styles including acoustic & electric, modern & classical, folk & blues, and popular guitar styles. Formerly, Kevin was Guitar Faculty at the University of Massachusetts Performing Arts Division. You can still visit his Guitar at UMass website.
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Adam Bosse - GUITAR
A graduate of the University of Maine at Augusta Jazz program, Adam has been playing guitar for over ten years. Currently a Master's Candidate at the University of Massachusetts, Adam teaches acoustic and electric guitar styles. Visit Adam's Summer Guitar School at www.summerguitarschool.com
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Adam Sweet - VIOLIN, VIOLA, FIDDLE, MANDOLIN, CELLO, IMPROV, THEORY, GROUP FIDDLE
Adam R. Sweet has a Bachelor's degree in music from Hampshire College, and a certification in Violin from the New England Conservatory of Music. Adam teaches a variety of styles from Celtic to New England-style to Bluegrass to Klezmer to World Music. He has played all over the world, from classical (Carnegie Hall & Keene Chamber Orchestra) to world music (the Great Pyramids of Egypt). Feel free to visit his website: AdamRSweet.com
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Brian Bender - TROMBONE & KEYBOARDS
Brian plays in Black Rebels (African Reggae), The Wholesale Klezmer Band, Pangeans (World Music) , Fiddle Hill (Celtic), Gumbo Jumbo Dixieland Band and the Brian Bender Jazz Quartet. Lessons are taught in a fun and relaxed manner. Brian has a B.A. in Music Performance from New England Conservatory.
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Catherine Bell - VOICE
Catherine holds the MM degree from UMass in Vocal Performance and she sings with the Five College Music Collegium. She teaches a variety of styles including Classical, Musical Theater, Show Tunes, Early Music, Folk, Gospel, Blues, Pop, etc.
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Curtis Smith - PIANO
Curtis is a patient, thoughtful teacher for both piano and keyboards. He formerly taught at the Stetson University Community Music School full-time. Curtis recieved his Master's in Piano Performance from West Chester University and studied at Paedagogische Hochschule i Freiburg, Germany, and the International Kodály Institute in Kecskemet, Hungary.
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Hillary Tanaka - VIOLIN
Hillary is known as the youngest student to ever tour Europe with the Chicago Youth Orchestra, when she was 13. She is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College and U.Mass. Hillary is a happy and patient teacher who help you find ways to succeed at the violin.
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Hope Charlestream - VOICE & PIANO
Hope received her degree in Voice & Piano from Atlantic College. She has toured widely and is heard in leading roles in local productions of Commonwealth Opera and Opera Connecticut. Hope teaches both piano and voice according to the individualís needs and modes of learning and will include piano with your voice lesson.
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Jeff Nissenbaum - DRUMS
Jeff started his musical career as a violin student in 1972, switching to drums in 1983. He brings a beautiful understanding of music coupled with years of teaching and playing experience. Jeff is a careful, patient teacher who will make sure you get good technique while playing music you like.
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Jim Snedeker - WINDS & BRASS
Jim started the Saxophone when he was six. He holds the MM degree in Music Education from UMass and is Mass. Certified in Music Education, K-12. He has taught for 20 years in public schools and is fluent in several different styles. Currently, he is Instrumental Music Director at Bement School in Deerfield.
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Joan Cornachio - PIANO
Joan has taught piano and chamber ensemble for twenty-five years. She has given workshops in music improv at Lincoln Center and was Co-Director of the Hudson River Revelers Children’s Chorus. Certified in Dalcroze Eurhythmics, she also teaches children's classes in music and movement at the Red Barn. Joan is a creative and happy teacher. |
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Karin Prouty - FLUTE
Karin received her B.S. in Music Education from The College of St. Rose in Albany. Mass K-12 certified, she teaches elementary music in West Springfield Public Schools. Karin loves her flute and it is contageous.
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Kate OConnor - VOICE & PIANO
Kate has been known as a teacher and performer in the Valley since 1980. She'll help you develop healthy singing and playing habits for a long and happy musical life. She appears with the band Paris.
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Kyle Boatwright - PIANO & COMPOSITION
Kyle started playing piano and writing songs when she was ten. A graduate of Amherst College in Music Composition, she will help you explore the piano and find ways to express your musical ideas while you learn the fundamentals.
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Lynn Lovell - DOUBLE BASS
Lynn is Principal Bassist for the Pioneer Valley Symphony and plays with the Gypsy Wranglers. She teaches acoustic, upright bass and electric, reading and improv.
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Mark Niemela - VIOLIN & VIOLA
Mark began playing the viola when he was ten. With an undergraduate degree in music and a Master's in Elementary Education from Adelphi University, he has taught strings for over fifteen years. An active performer, Mark appears with the Keene Chamber Orchestra. He has trained in the Suzuki method and in classroom strings. Mark focuses his teaching on opening up your musical sensitivity and expression.
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Philip Helzer - CELLO
Philip received the M.M. from Northern Illinois with studies at the Accademia Musical Chigiana in Siena, Italy. He is Principal Cellist in the Pioneer Valley Symphony.
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Ryan ODonnell - GUITAR, BASS & JAM BAND
Ryan received her BA in Classical Guitar from Virginia Commonwealth University. She taught for Day Jams Rock Music Day Camp for National Guitar Workshop for four summers. Ryan plays in The Dead Marshes Band.
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Sue Kurian - FLUTE
Sue Kurian is a master teacher and performer. She is a graduate of the Juilliard School, where she received both Bachelor and Master of Music degrees. Sue is also a certified flute technician and has flutes available to purchase. Her teaching methods aim to stimulate, inspire, and motivate while promoting patience and respect for oneself and the music we love. Visit Sue at kurianflutes.com.
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Yossi Klement - TRUMPET & FRENCH HORN
Yossi (Joseph) Clement is a graduate of the The Julliard School. He has served as Principal Trumpet of the Jupiter Symphony at Lincoln Center and the Israel Philharmonic. He taught trumpet & french horn at the Rubin Conservatory and was a trumpet instructor for the UMass/Amhert Music Department. Jossi teaches locally at Deerfield Academy. As a student of Yossi's, you well be exposed to the brilliant world of the trumpet & french horn and he will guide you to your true musical potential. Visit Yossi's Myspace to see more.
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