Our Faculty

At Music Around, our faculty consists of performing musicians of the first caliber—artists who not only excel on stage but also bring a deep commitment to teaching. Each faculty member has been selected through a rigorous search process and years of collaboration with our director, ensuring they are not only masters of their craft but also the right fit for our musical community.

These are professionals who perform at the highest levels, appearing on prestigious stages, recording with acclaimed artists, and contributing to the vibrancy of the music world. Their real-world experience and artistic integrity shape a rich, inspiring learning environment for our students.

Early Childhood Music Education

  • Nadya Trofimova

    First Notes [bio]

  • Henry Ficcadenti

    Beginning and Substitute Piano [bio]

Brass & Woodwinds

  • Mark Isbell

    Saxophone [bio]

  • Dr. James Sherry

    Trumpet, Piano, Bop Tots [bio]

Piano

  • Dilara Abdurahman

    Piano [bio]

  • Carole Champ

    Piano & Voice [bio]

  • Michael LeVan

    Jazz Piano & Performance Class [bio]

  • Mark Massey

    Piano, Vocals, Latin Jazz & Improvisation Class [bio]

  • Celine You

    Piano (substitute) [bio]

Strings

  • Taichiroh Kanauchi

    Violin, Viola, Cello [bio]

  • Ken Song

    Jazz Guitar & Standards Combo [bio]

  • Dr. Karim Yengsep

    Bass, Piano, Drums, Honors Band, Woodwinds Class [bio]

Drums

  • Peter Pfiefer

    Drums [bio]

  • John Rush

    Drums [bio]

  • Dean Koba

    Drums (substitute)

  • Forest Muther

    Drums (substitute)