Anna Rosato, who teaches voice and beginner piano has been studying music since the age of four and has been performing professionally since the age of sixteen. She started her intense studies at Pinellas County Center for the Arts at Gibbs Senior High School and received her PCCA diploma was well as her high school diploma. During this time she traveled to England and Scotland with the Sunshine State Choir and had choral solos in Sterling Castle, York Minster, and various other cathedrals. She also performed in the jazz, madrigal, and chamber choirs at PCCA during her four years there. She specializes in Italian aria and is currently seeking a degree in Vocal Music Education at the University of Southern Florida in Tampa. She is heavily involved with USF Opera Theater and has studied under the coaching of Dr. Lowe for four years. She has also taken two years of Italian language and studied abroad in Italy, Austria, and France. In addition to her school involvement, she can also be seen performing at various Italian restaurants, city events, and weddings in the area.

Sue Hidalgo, NCTM (National Certified Teacher of Music) piano teacher for thirteen years, previously taught piano in her private studio and Yancey Music Center in Ormond Beach, Florida.  Over the years, she has students of all ages from early elementary through late intermediate levels. .  Many of her students have earned honors in piano performance, technical skills, and aural and written theory examinations in events sponsored by the National Guild of Piano Teachers and the Florida State Music Teachers Association.  Sue is a classically trained pianist who began piano lessons at age seven and continued her piano studies throughout high school and Central College in Fayette, Missouri.  In recent years she has studied pedagogy and piano performance of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary periods, with Professor Michael Rickman, Professor of Music, Stetson University, Deland, Fl., and the late Marian Gabriel, teacher and concert artist, Ormond Beach, Sue is a member of the National Music Teachers Association, Florida State Music Teachers Association, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers.  She is the past chairman of the Guild’s Audition Center of Volusia Co. and has been recognized by the Guild as a Certified Teacher of Piano.

Nishaa teaches piano and voice.  She recently received a Bachelor of Music from the University of South Florida in Voice Performance.  At USF, she performed operatic roles such as “Lisette” in La Rondine,  “The 1^st Spirit” in The Magic Flute and “Sister Genevieve in Suor Angelica.  She has also won 1^st place in the District NATS competition.  As a Performance major, she is proficient in Italian, French, and German language diction.  Nishaa is also a pianist.  She began piano training at the age of 7 and has been teaching piano lessons for four years.  She plans to continue her training in the fall semester as a part of the USF Graduate Certificate Program.  As an experienced musician, she enjoys and welcomes teaching all age levels!

David Snavely teaches piano and voice.  He has been playing the piano since he was nine years old.  He graduated from the University of South Florida with a BM in voice performance.  David can teach a variety of styles including jazz, musical theater, opera, and impromptu.  He believes that rhythm, creativity, and having fun are the most important aspects of learning how to play music.  In his spare time, he likes to play other instruments such as guitar and percussion.  David enjoys teaching students of all ages and levels from beginner to advanced.

Natalie, an accomplished strings performer, teaches violin, beginning piano, and cello.  She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Cello Performance.  During her studies at USF, Natalie received many scholarships including the Music Talent Grant.  She has also participated in the Killington Music Festival for three years, both as a student and well as an employee.  Natalie is a very patient instructor and an excellent communicator.  She interacts really well with children of all ages.

Siri Gundersen teaches violin and piano.  She was concertmistress of several of the orchestras she has participated in. She auditioned and was accepted as a part of the Florida All-County Honors Orchestra several times. Over the years, Siri has participated in over 14 different Solo and Ensemble events and has received a rating of superior each time. Participating as principal violinist, Siri has demonstrated brilliant leadership and has led many orchestras/chamber groups to breath-taking performances. She served as the principal violinist/soloist during Riverview High Schools production of “The Messiah.” In 2007, Siri won the “Most Outstanding Soloist” award at the Florida Annual Fiestaval Music Competition. She also won the “Strongest Musician” award at a prestigious award ceremony. In addition, Siri has served as principal violinist in many theatrical productions. After working extremely hard to pursue her musical endeavors, Siri was honored with the Pelican Players Music Scholarship. As an extremely passionate musician, Siri has given lessons for years to many young students in her church community. Currently, she is studying at the University of South Florida as a music education major. She studies under Julliard graduate, Carolyn Stuart. When she graduates, Siri plans to further her education until she receives her PH.D. Then she plans to conduct a professional symphony.