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

    Mommy & Me, First Notes [bio]

  • Ana Carvalho

    Voice, Beginning Piano, Brazil Combo [bio]

Brass & Woodwinds

  • Tom Cunningham

    Jazz Trumpet & Performance Combo [bio]

  • Douglas Hachiya

    Saxophone & Clarinet [bio]

  • Mark Isbell

    Saxophone, Improvisation [bio]

  • Dr. James Sherry

    Trumpet & Trombone, Piano [bio]

Piano

  • Dilara Abdurahman

    Piano [bio]

  • Carole Champ

    Piano & Voice [bio]

  • Lena Kim

    Piano [bio]

  • Michael LeVan

    Jazz Piano [bio]

  • Mark Massey

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

  • Celine You

    Group Piano Class [bio]

Strings

  • Nick De Anda

    Guitar, Pequeños Mariachis [bio]

  • Gustavo Aranibar

    Beginning Guitar [bio]

  • Taichiroh Kanauchi

    Violin & Viola, Group Strings [bio]

  • Ken Song

    Jazz Guitar & Standards Combo [bio]

  • Dr. Karim Yengsep

    Bass, Piano, Guitar, Repertory Ens [bio]

Drums

  • Oscar Aguirre

    Drums [bio]

  • John Rush

    Jazz Drums [bio]

  • Jon Watson

    Drums [bio]