Jonathan Colman
Guitar, bass, piano (virtual only)
Jonathan Colman has been writing, recording & performing music for the past 16 years, 4 of which he spent at Duquesne University earning his Jazz Performance degree. While a skilled Guitarist, his main voice is Electric Bass. His penchant for jazz-steeped improvisation carries over into his lessons, which focus on practical application of theory for reading music and beginning to write one's own, and gaining a deep understanding of the songs that inspire us to play in the first place.
An avid performer, Jonathan plays in a slew of Philadelphia bands; most notably his avant-groove trio, Chen City & with electro-soul artist Kate Faust.
Ian Sadock
piano
Ian Sadock has studied music for over 10 years and focuses on the outlets of performance, education, and composition. His first encounter with the piano occurred when he taught himself simple songs and melodies on his family’s antique grand piano, which they subsequently restored for his study.
Ian received his early formal instruction through the Nelly Berman School of Music and private instruction throughout the greater Philadelphia region. At 15 years old, he won first place in the Nelly Berman 25th Anniversary Golden Key competition and performed at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and Philly’s Trocadero Theater. His studies have included a diverse spread of genres and techniques, spanning Jazz, Classical, Rock, Latin, Pop, Third Stream, and many others.
For 6 years, Ian studied at West Chester University towards a Bachelor’s of Music in Performance with a concentration in Piano and Jazz Studies while simultaneously studying Cell and Molecular Biology and Chemistry. He performs with the Criterions Big Band (WCU’s premier jazz ensemble), Latin Jazz Ensemble, Honors Jazz Combo, and has been featured as a soloist and accompanist in numerous student and graduate recitals. Additionally, Ian plays in the West Chester and Greater Philadelphia area with the Latin Jazz band which he co-founded, Habanero, as well as his own jazz quartet. His academic performances have been featured in many WCU publications and events, and his musical presence at several political events garnered the spotlight of the media.
Ian’s approach to music education is derived from passion and experience, where he incorporates a synergy of techniques learned through his formal and self- education as well as a fun and rigorous curriculum.
Ashley Oros
flute, piano
Ashley Oros is currently pursuing a Master of Music in Flute Performance at Temple University- Boyer College of Music. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance also from Temple University under Mr. David Cramer, former Associate Principal Flute of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and Mrs. Prema Kesselman, former Principal Flute of the Santiago Philharmonic.
At Temple, Ashley has performed as Principal Flute with the Temple Symphony Orchestra, as well as with the Opera Orchestra, Composers Orchestra, Contemporary Ensemble, Concert Orchestra and Wind Symphony. She has also performed in master classes with Marina Puccinini, Leone Buyse, Brad Garner, Göran Marcusson, Bonita Boyd, Alexa Still (ZAWA): Jill Felber & Claudia Andersen, Stephen Preston, and Lea Pearson among others.
Before moving to the United States to attend college, Ashley performed with several Santiago, Chile area youth orchestra’s, including the Orquesta de Camara Estudiantil de Santiago and Orquesta Juvenil de Lo Barnechea. She has performed solos and participated in festivals in the United States, France, Italy, Chile, Argentina and Brazil.
An enthusiastic and dedicated teacher, Ashley teaches privately in the Philadelphia and surrounding areas. Previously she taught flute privately at the International School Nido de Aguilas in Santiago, Chile, and ran a flute studio in the Santiago area.
She is an advocate of the Alexander Technique and incorporates it into her lessons; she is working on becoming certified in the near future. She loves learning from her students and watching them grow as they make music an important part of life.
Terri Weaver
Piano
Terri's passion for music is reflected in her exceptional skills as a musician and a teacher. Years of music lessons, which started at six years old, culminated in private studies with the esteemed Dr. Neil Harmon. Terri's musical talents lead her to a large church in Wilmington where she directed a 16 voice SATB choir, a handbell ensemble, and was the organist on a 57 rank pipe organ. To encourage more parishioner participation, Terri taught a 'Learn to Read Music' class which resulted in an increase in volunteers for Music Ministry at the church. She also taught the 'Learn to Read Music' class in a local community college.
Terri's creative teaching methods have been well received over the past 20 years of private instructions. Each student is an individual with their own passion for musical styles and life. Terri customizes lessons for individual talents and goals, making the pure joy of music a priority while teaching musical skills and concepts. The results are evident in the annual recital which showcase her students achievements.
Terri has incorporated her passion for music while traveling the world, knowing music is universal and unites all humanity as one!
Jeffrey Barlow
Saxophone, Piano, Voice
Jeffrey Barlow joins Greensleeves as an experienced saxophone, piano, and voice teacher. Jeffrey is from Scranton and now lives in West Chester where he attends West Chester University.
At WCU, Jeffrey majors in Music Education where he serves in leadership roles including Ensemble Coordinator for the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band and formerly as President of the WCU Mens Chorus. Jeffrey currently interns with the Music Service Learning program at the Wells School of Music and previously interned with Vivace Productions. He is also a member of the National Association for Music Educators Collegiate (NAfME-C).
An active musician, Jeffrey says the he loves how music gives you a way to express yourself deeper than any words could do. Beyond the marching band, Jeffrey has performed with the West Chester University Wind Symphony and the Master Singers.
Jeffrey believes music is an activity that is open for anyone and everyone and should be a fun, safe place for people to truly be themselves. He finds that, through learning the discipline of music, students can learn valuable life skills like preparedness, determination, and problem-solving.
Dominick DeStefano
Guitar, Piano, Woodwinds
Dominick joins Greensleeves as a woodwinds, piano, and guitar teacher. His primary instruments are bassoon and saxophone and he is skilled with clarinet, flute, piano, and guitar.
Originally from Harrisburg, Dominick lives in West Chester where he attends West Chester University. Dominick is majoring in Studio Composition with a minor in Computer Science.
At WCU, Dominick studies bassoon and saxophone under Jon Gaardner and Jonathan Ragonese. He’s also learning about music production and enjoys composing and creating electronic music. He is interested in film and video game scoring and sound design. Outside of music, Dominick enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.
Dominick loves making music because it gives him a way to express himself. In high school, he performed with the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) Region Band as well as the Harrisburg Symphony Youth Orchestra. At WCU, he has been a member of the West Chester University Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchester, Chamber Winds, Opera Orchestra, and various chamber groups. He also performed in the WCU Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band.
Dominick teaches winds and brass at Chichester High School’s marching band and teaches front ensemble at Ridley High School.
Dominick loves working with students and watching them grow and develop over time. He believes that learning an instrument should be a fun, low-stress experience. His goal is for his students to develop a love of music and to enjoy playing their instruments.
Emily Lucas
Flute, piano, voice
Emily Lucas joins Greensleeves Music as a flute, beginner piano, and voice teacher. Emily is from Jackson, New Jersey and currently lives in West Chester, Pennsylvania. She is currently pursuing a degree in Music Education on Flute, with a minor in Music History. She studies under the renowned flutist Dr. Kimberly Reighley.
Emily currently holds the position of Principal Flutist in the Wells School of Music Wind Symphony, as well as one of the Flute Music Section Leaders in the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band. Emily has performed with the Trilovati Flute Ensemble, playing alto flute and bass flute, and has sung with the Wells School of Music Women’s Chorus. Additionally, she is a brother of the organization Kappa Kappa Psi, a co-educational fraternity that specializes in serving college and university bands for the benefits of its members and society.
Emily loves how music can connect people from different backgrounds and experiences. She is motivated to teach and perform by seeing how music can transform a person’s life in a positive way. Emily believes that learning how to make music can be fun and shows young students how to express themselves. She is confident that through making music, her students can gain real-world skills like discipline, confidence, and the willingness to succeed.
Lenny Appleton
Piano, Woodwinds
Born and raised in Wilmington, DE, Lenny currently lives in Newark, DE where he studies Music Education at the University of Delaware. He’s taken various courses in brass methods, string methods, aural skills, and music theory to develop a foundation for teaching a broad spectrum of music to students. He also studies Saxophone, one of his specialties (in addition to flute), under Professor Todd Groves.
At UD, Lenny leads Alto Saxophone in the Jazz Band and is first chair saxophone in the UD Symphonic Band. He participates in many rehearsals at UD - so many that sometimes it comes as a surprise when they finally display their performance to a wide audience. Lenny says, “When it is time to perform, and the audience responds enthusiastically to what we have done, or people walk up to us and say how much they loved our performance, or another musician says that hearing our group made them fall back in love with music, I then realize that the whole point of being a musician is to elicit those positive feelings!”
Lenny believes that teachers are mere guides in the learning process and that the true teachers are within the students, themselves. He believes that a good teacher evokes a teacher with the student that helps them to understand what works best for them. As a Substitute Teacher for a high school concert band, Lenny has noticed that his role as a teacher is overseeing and refining the learning the students are already doing, themselves. Lenny says the best part of teaching is when he gets to see a student experience a light-bulb moment in their musical learning.
Nathan Hansen
BRASS, BASS, GUITAR, PIANO
Nathan Hansen is a composer and musician whose expertise is in trombone and low brass. Nathan also plays guitar, bass, and piano, which he uses frequently in his compositions and work in music theory. He is currently working on a degree in Music Composition at West Chester University.
Nathan loves to improvise and learn to interact with music in new ways. He has been part of a number of reputed ensembles including the NJMEA All-State Wind Ensemble in high school. At WCU, he is part of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, the WCU Wind Ensemble, and the Latin Jazz Ensemble. Nathan spends much of his free time practicing and creating music with the hope of becoming and video game composer.
Nathan enjoyed his past experience working with summer band program, where he worked with fifth graders on developing their skills. He loved seeing them learn to play tunes and enjoy the music. He brings his experience and passion for music to Greensleeves and says, “I love to share the joy of making music with others!”
Deena Rizkalla Andrews
Piano, Strings
Deena Rizkalla Andrews is an enthusiastic educator and performer who looks to bridge cultural gaps and forge friendships by playing and exploring different styles of music. Growing up in a suburb of Washington, D.C., Deena began playing the violin in her elementary school music program. Participating in school orchestras from an early age inspired her to go on to become a music educator herself, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s in Music Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. After graduating, she stayed local and began teaching strings in Title I schools before joining the cast of Barrage 8, a show that combines singing and dancing with playing multi-genre music on string instruments.
Since arriving to Nashville, Deena has been active in the recording industry, working on projects for Koji Kondo, Yoshihiro Ike, Blake Neely (Greyhound, Masters of the Air), Bungie, Disney, Tommee Profitt, Jordan St. Cyr, and Karen Elson, among others. She has also had the privilege of performing with many wonderful and iconic groups and shows, including Mannheim Steamroller, 2Cellos, Michael Bublé, Cody Fry, Ben Rector, Cory Wong, Lolo, and the Hello Dolly and Phantom of the Opera National Tours, as well as numerous local musical theater productions. Most recently, she just completed the 2022 Drummer Boy Christmas Tour with for King and Country.
Deena also holds a Masters degree in instrumental performance from Belmont University, where she was also the Graduate Student Award recipient. She is excited for her new life in Kennett Square, PA and all the musical opportunities it holds!
Andrew Baker
Brass, Cello, Piano
Andrew is a tuba and bass trombone specialist and skilled with trumpet, French horn, cello, and piano. He currently attends West Chester University as a Music Performance Major minoring in both Music Production and Japanese.
As a student at the Wells School of Music at WCU, Andrew studies with Dr. Fowler on tuba and with Dr. Cherry on bass trombone. Previously, he worked with Dr. Brown of UDel and was principal tuba in the Delaware Youth Symphony Orchestra. Andrew has been part of numerous major and jazz ensembles at Wells and is currently section leader in the West Chester Golden Rams Incomparable Marching Band.
Andrew says, “To me the tuba and bass clef instruments are just extremely fun to play. Playing bass lines and cranking out low notes is fun in general but what keeps me playing is the beautiful melodies that the tuba can play in its upper register. With tuba in particular, the community of people around the instrument are all generally very nice people who are fun to be around and who inspire me to practice.”
In 2023, Andrew performed with the West Chester Criterions Jazz Ensemble, getting to play with various guest artists such as Bob Curnow and Nicolas Payton. Each new artist he’s met has helped introduce him to new concepts about music. He says, “These guests have all inspired me to learn more about music in general and to become a better musician.”
Andrew enjoys introducing instruments to people and listening to what they’re working on. He says, “What I find fun about teaching others music is seeing the improvements they make and seeing them become a more confident player. I focus mostly on fundamentals, breathing, and finding a good tone on the instrument.”
Music began as a hobby for Andrew, and now consumes most of his life! In addition to being a musician, Andrew is an Eagle Scout who loves backpacking, reading, binging on a good TV show, and drawing.
Roger Cabrera
Brass, Piano, Strings, Woodwinds
Multi-instrumentalist Roger Cabrera joins Greensleeves with well-rounded experience in symphony orchestras, jazz, concert, and marching bands, piano, and more! He is skilled with violin, viola, piano, French horn, flute, piccolo, and trumpet.
Roger attends West Chester University studying Nutrition & Fueling where he is a part of the Symphony Orchestra on French horn and the Statesmen Jazz Ensemble on piano.
Roger is from Easton, PA, where he successfully auditioned for the Pennsylvania Music Education Association (PMEA) District Band and Orchestra, Region Band and Orchestra, and the All-State Concert Band and Symphony Orchestra, ranking principal horn in all of these ensembles. He advanced to NAfME All-Eastern Symphony Orchestra, ranking #1, and NAfME All-National Symphony Orchestra, ranking #3 in the country.
Roger performed in his high school’s pit orchestra, jazz band, chamber strings, country band, marching band, wind ensemble, and piano for the choir department.
Roger says, “Music inspires me to work hard while simultaneously having fun playing music and meeting other people with the same passion… I love being able to express my feelings and give my gifts to other people in the audience.”
Roger previously taught private lessons in his hometown and he’is excited to help others reach their musical goals through work and discipline, which translates to so many aspects of life. He enjoys seeing bright faces when a student has successfully played a passage or acquired a new skill.
Roger is a hand-on person while learning who loves to laugh and have fun. He speaks Spanish and is able to reach many communities of musicians.
Matthew Quarles
PIANO, VOICE
Matthew Makari Quarles is a senior student attending West Chester University where he is a double major in Music Education and Music Performance. At West Chester University Matthew serves as the President, choir director, and leader of the praise and worship team for the University's Gospel ministry. He has also been a part of the music school’s Concert Choir, Recital Choir, and Mastersings Choir.
He is a graduate of Hendrick Hudson High School class of 2019 where he performed in several school musicals and sang in several performing choirs. Matthew’s singing career began at an early age in his Church the Allen Memorial Church of God in Christ Mount Vernon, NY. As his passion grew for music Matthew began taking professional singing lessons from recording artist Milton David Vann of Mamaroneck, NY and Mr. Chris Anthony Ashley of Queens, NY.
At present, Matthew is proficient in singing in several languages, and he has also performed in several national competitions where he has placed high. Matthew’s future plans are to own his own performing arts center where he can continue to pass on his love for music, and to travel the world performing.
Braedon O’Hara
Guitar, PERCUSSION, Piano, Voice
Braedon O’Hara is a versatile musician concentrating in Voice as he completes a degree in Music Education at Wells School of Music, WCU. Braedon is also skilled with guitar, bass, drums, and piano.
Originally from Collegeville, Braedon now resides in West Chester. As a voice student, Braedon performs for the public in various concerts using his solo voice repertoire. He participates in the WCU Choirs, currently Bass II in the top choir Concert Choir under the direction of Dr. David P. Devenney. Braedon was also a member of the Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band and has participated in a variety of extracurricular musical activities on campus including voice performance groups, bands, jam groups, and recording sessions. Braedon has directed percussion performance ensembles and played in a variety of jazz combos and musical theatre pit orchestras.
Braedon has had the distinct pleasure of performing in Vocal Masterclasses at WCU and representing the WCU Vocal Program at NATS (National Association for Teachers of Singing) and ACDA (American Choral Directors Association) conferences. On guitar, he’s performed for live orchestrations and public performances. Braedon enjoys playing in theatre productions in addition to Jazz Bands. He’s also recorded drums for multiple tracks for friends who produce and has had great experiences performing them live for composition ensembles.
Braedon has taught lessons in the past and has directed percussion and voice ensembles with many students. He looks forward to some more one-on-one learning experiences with his Greensleeves students!
Jonathan Ruch
Bass, Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Ukulele, Voice
Jonathan Ruch is a multi-instrumentalist and experienced teacher joining Greensleeves as a teacher of piano, guitar, voice, bass, drums, and ukulele.
Jonathan has been teaching lessons for 7+ years and loves working with individuals who have a passion and desire to learn and grow. He finds it highly rewarding to see student progress and the moments with things “click” and make sense for people. He enjoys working with children of all skill levels.
Jonathan graduated with high honors from the University of Valley Forge with a BA in Music (Worship Leading) with a primary focus on voice and secondary on piano. He was involved with a variety of bands during his college years, playing multiple instruments and singing. He was chosen to lead “Pneuma,” one of the school’s traveling music teams. During that time, he also worked at his local church as Contemporary Music Coordinator.
Jonathan is a local music artist and has had the opportunity to share his original music on streaming platforms and share in a variety of performance venues. Music has been and always will be on of the main passions in his life. It inspires him to create and to feel all of the emotions that come through music. He feels motivated to be his best self and to hone his talents through discipline and hard work.
Jonathan is happily married and resides in Downingtown, PA.
CJ Orrico
Brass, Guitar, Piano
CJ Orrico is a trumpet expert who also teaches horn, trombone, baritone/euphonium, piano, and guitar. He is from Newton, NJ and now lives in West Chester, PA where he’s studying Music Education and Instrumental Performance as a double major at West Chester University.
CJ has been playing trumpet for about 10 years and loves all aspects of performing. While at WCU, he has played in countless pit orchestras and performed with the Wells School of Music Symphony Orchestra at the PA Music Educators Association, the WCU Marching Band at the Rose Bowl Parade, and the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps.
CJ loves being able to move people as a result of his performance. “If I am able to make someone involuntarily stand up, I’ve done my job effectively.”
CJ works with students throughout the area. He says, “I feel that music as a magic that is hard to articulate. Each person has their own experience with music and I would love to be able to facilitate musical learning.”
Sophia Isom
Flute, Piano, Voice, Other Woodwinds
Sophia Isom is a flute and piano specialist who also teaches voice and woodwinds. She is currently majoring in Music Education and Flute Performance and minoring in Special Education at West Chester University.
Sophia plays flute in the WCU Symphony Orchestra, was WCU RAM Band 2023 Outstanding First Year Member and Outstanding Rookie, serves as a Ram Initiative Mentor, and is part of Oriana Chorale and Trilovali Flute Ensemble.
In her hometown of Allentown, Sophia played in many pit orchestras and PMEA honor ensembles (band and choir), reaching All State Wind Ensemble twice and ranking 1st in the state on piccolo twice. She was Lehigh Valley Chamber Orchestra’s piccolo player and performed in NAfME All Eastern Concert Band on flute. She was a concerto and double piano concerto soloist with the Central PA Suzuki Association Orchestra and participated in the National Piano Guild, earning Sonatina and Paderewski medals. Sophia will be a camp counselor and flute performer at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp.
Sophia says, “I adore the sound of the flute. It is so freeing to play.” Both flute and piano have provided her numerous opportunities to express herself and work towards a goal. She loves how music brings people together in a way nothing else can, and find that being a musician brings values to many areas of life.
“As a musician, the ability to grow and share my music motivates me. I love sharing what I have worked on in hopes of making someone’s day better.”
Sophia has taught piano and flute in private lesson for over three years as well as holding many musical leadership positions that provided educational opportunities. Sophia says, “I believe every person’s life can be brightened by enjoying music, whether that be listening or playing.” She loves helping students to achieve new goals and musical accomplishments.
In addition to music lessons, Sophia taught swim lessons for three years and is being certified to teach students with special needs.
Christina Samar
Guitar, Piano, Voice, Ukulele
Christina Samar joins Greensleeves as a versatile musician with a specialty in voice and skill in piano, guitar, and ukulele.
Christina is currently completing a degree in Studio Composition at WCU. There, she has been Music Director of the competitive a capella group Under A Rest. During her time teaching and leading the group, she arranged two award-winning sets (Outstanding Arrangement Award and Semifinalist Runner-Ups) and produced the 2022 Live Studio Album and the 2023 Live Music Video. She is currently producing High Street Harmonix’ upcoming Studio Album as well. Thanks to Under A Rest, Christina was awarded the WCU Leader Award along with two other WCU Leaders in 2023.
Alongside her extracurriculars, Christina specializes in writing and producing her own original music. She’s grateful to Dr. Arne, Dr. Cooper, and Dr. Maggio for being the best Studio Production and Songwriting professors.
A highlight of Christiana’s musicianship was in the winter of 2022 when Under A Rest opened for the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. It was a privilege for her to direct music and join the group in this special performance.
As a teacher, Christina believes in play. She says, “What’s the point in technical abilities without the emotion and soul behind it? Every student should feel as if music is a new adventure to explore and it’s my job as an educator to guide them in the right direction!”
Taylor Dale
Guitar, Piano, Violin, Voice, Ukulele
Taylor is a graduate of Westminster Choir College with a Bachelor's of Music in Theory and Composition. During her time at Westminster, she studied voice and piano, as well as sang in the world renowned Westminster Symphonic Choir. With Symphonic Choir, she had the privilege of performing with the The Philadelphia Orchestra and the Berlin Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall and the Kimmel Center under the direction of famous conductors such as Yannick Nezet-Seguin and Alan Gilbert.
In a less classical sense, Taylor also plays guitar, violin and ukulele. She played in folk-rock bands and has her own projects including a 5 track EP (available on all musical platforms) called "Beautiful Words". She also has done many rock choir shows- including the entirety of Kanye West 808's and Heartbreak album and a QUEEN tribute concert. She truly enjoys playing and teaching music from nearly every genre and category. She was also picked as one of the greater Philadelphia region's top singer/songwriters in 2018, and loves helping other young artists begin to write their own music.
Taylor has been teaching music for nearly 10 years now- and through her past experiences she has learned that every student learns in a different way (also known as the multiple intelligences theory). Once she is able to figure out which style of learning is best for you (i.e. auditory, visual, kinesthetic), she will use that method to create a successful approach to lessons. Taylor believes in finding and fueling what makes each student passionate about their chosen instrument and music.
Zach Walter
PIANO, TRUMPET, VIOLIN (virtual only)
Zach Walter is currently enrolled at West Chester University, where he studies Music Performance and Physics. He is also working towards minors in Music Production and Astronomy. While his primary instrument is the trumpet, he is also self-taught on piano and has played violin from a young age.
At West Chester University, Zach is a member of the Wind Ensemble, Criterions Jazz Ensemble, and Mastersingers Choral Ensemble. He has also played in the Brass Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, Chamber Winds, and Opera Pit Orchestra. Zach also has a love for the marching arts, having been a part of marching ensembles for many years, including his high school marching band, the WCU Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band, the Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps, and the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps. Zach currently works with the Central Bucks High School South Marching Titans as a brass staff member.
Zach believes in providing the experience he would have wanted in the beginning of his musical journey. His teaching style focuses on establishing fundamentals of playing while catering to the individual needs of each student. He also believes in building connections with students to make lessons a more enjoyable and encouraging environment.
Clifford Morin
Clarinet, Flute, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone (Virtual Only)
Clifford Morin has hit the ground running this fall, teaching students throughout the area on multiple instruments.
Clifford graduated with a Masters in Music from Temple University, where he studied Jazz Performance on the saxophone and spent a semester at the Amsterdam Conservatory of Music, Netherlands. He earned his Bachelors in Music from West Chester University, where he also studied Jazz Performance on the saxophone and minored in Jazz Piano.
Clifford is a leading voice in today’s generation of saxophonists. His extensive resume includes performances with Graham Lesh, the Philadelphia String Quintet, Arturo Stable, John Swana, Ustad Shafaat Khan, Chien Chien Lu, Joe Lovano, John Faddis, Ann Hampton- Callaway Jimmy Heath, Sean Jones, Terell Stafford, and Dick Oatts.
Clifford has performed in festivals, clubs, theaters, concert halls, and radio stations around the world in the Pop, Rock, Jazz, Latin Jazz, Indian and World Music genres. He has also composed for groups such as the Philadelphia String Quintet.
During the summers of 2014, 2015, and 2019, Clifford was selected to be an artist in residence at the Boysie Lowery Jazz/Composition Residency in Wilmington, DE, where he recorded in Philadelphia’s WRTI studio, composed, performed, and studied under leading jazz artists.
As a teacher, Clifford has taught Saxophone, Improvisation, and Composition at the university level as well as with private students. Being a multi-instrumentalist, he also teaches guitar, piano, flute, and clarinet as well as Indian Karnetic rhythms, music theory, jazz improvisation, and arranging/composting.
Clifford brings together the knowledge, tradition, modern technique, and evolving possibilities of music in his instruction. Clifford enjoys showing students the most efficient tools to achieve fluidity on their instruments.
Harry Forlenza-Bailey
Brass, Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Strings, Woodwinds (Virtual Only)
Harry Forlenza-Bailey is a music educator with a deep, heartfelt dedication. Since teaching lessons in high school 15 years ago, F-B has taught trombone, trumpet, saxophone, flute, clarinet, drums, violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, guitar, and more. His approach is regarded as flexible to each individual student to understand what they are working on and how to develop further as musicians and performers. In addition to teaching private lessons, he has been a Band and Orchestra Director for the past three years.
When he is not teaching, F-B is practicing what he preaches on his many instruments and performs on many local and national stages. He’s also a composer and arranger of music from his home for groups of his own and others for hire. He is happy to teach varied skill levels through any preferred method of learning, whether is is remotely online or in-person in the home. F-B has a Bachelor’s of Music from Temple University (2014) and a Master’s of Music from the University of Delaware (2018). F-B is glad to be a part of the Greensleeves studio.
Todd Zucker
piano (Virtual Only)
From Franklin Lakes, NJ, Todd has been playing piano since the age of six. His relationship with music has been extremely broad, playing in ensembles ranging from orchestras, wind ensembles, praise bands, jazz combos, and more. Although piano has always been his primary instrument, he has extensive experience in various other areas, including trumpet, guitar, banjo, and voice.
In 2015, Todd Graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Composition before relocating to West Chester University in order to get his Master's in Piano Performance. Todd has a wide variety of musical interests, and urges his students to discover their own unique passions and areas of expertise. His favorite artists include Béla Fleck, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, and Art Tatum.
