Our Staff

Pianist and teacher Maria Kurchevskaya Currey holds a Doctoral degree in Piano Performance from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she studied under Dr. Andrew Cooperstock. She received her Master’s degree

Dana Vachharajani’s multifaceted career has been marked by singing in top venues, teaching in public and private schools, building her own private music school, Dana V. Music, as well as consulting, and

As an active performer and college professor, Jason Badwlin sees “first hand” what skills are relevant to the current marketplace and shares that knowledge with his students. Jason believes that every student

Patrick Hyatte, violinist native to St. Paul, MN has been studying and performing violin since he was 7 years old. He is an alumnus of the University of Minnesota where he received his bachelor’s

Walton Lott has been making music for nearly 30 years. He is currently an accompanist, performer, and teacher in the Boulder area, playing for church and school choirs, the Rocky Mountain Chorale,

Since she was born, music has run through Johanna. Her passion and love for music led to her attaining a bachelor’s degree from the University of Denver. She was awarded a talent-based

Ellen is passionate about helping students learn to play music that inspires them. With an extensive background in improvisation, songwriting, arranging, and music from around the world, they are excited to share

Anna Ahrens (she/her) is a conductor and vocalist born and raised in northeast Ohio. In 2017 Anna graduated from The University of Akron in Akron, Ohio with a masters degree in choral

An up-and-coming performer and pedagogue, Antonio Esposito (tenor) relocated to the Boulder area in August 2021 to pursue a Master’s degree in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy at CU Boulder (studying under Matthew

Jessica graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida with a degree in music (vocal performance) and a minor in communication studies. Originally from upstate New York, Jessica started singing as soon

Emma Patterson is a vocalist and piano player from Santa Barbara, with a passion for inspiring joy and confidence in music. Emma earned her BA in Vocal Performance from Cedarville University. While

Violinist and Violist Michael Pordesimo began studying music at the age of three. Growing up, he studied under Robin Walden, Peter Rovit, Kathy Hart, and Celina Boldrey. Michael continued to pursue his

Jack Harless is an up-and-coming educator and vocalist based in Boulder, Colorado. Jack discovered his passion for singing and performing when he was young, and is currently completing his BM (May 2022)

Pianist Tamara Goldstein enjoys a wide-ranging career as a chamber musician, educator, and recitalist. From a musical family, she received her early training at the pre-college divisions of the Manhattan School of

Glenda Phillips brings 40 years of experience teaching piano and voice lessons to Dana V Music. She received her Bachelors from Syracuse University and her Masters from Ithaca College, both in Piano

Brad Haag is a teacher, collaborative pianist, soloist, and lecturer with a lifelong mission to create outstanding musical experiences for listeners, students, and colleagues. His academic career includes teaching positions on the

Brian Hickman is a pianist who is noted for his rich tonal palette, impassioned lyricism, and poetic sensibilities — revealing a strong influence of the French school of pianism in his playing.

David Goodheim is an American performer, composer, recording artist, and improvisor. His performances and recordings have been heard all over the world live (US and Europe), on radio, and on recordings for

Originally from New York, Scott lived in Washington D.C. for 3 years before he moved to Boulder, Colorado with his wife and 3.5 year old son in 2019. Scott knew he was

Paige Sentianin, soprano, is a professional classical singer and voice teacher. In her performance career, she has been praised for her clear sound and “coquettish vivacity both in her acting and singing.”

Luisa Marie Rodriguez is a performer, a teacher, a conductor, and a very passionate vocal pedagogue. Always interested in growing and refining her teaching skills, Luisa has attended the Acoustic Vocal Pedagogy

Guitarist Henry Spencer began studying music with the University of North Carolina School of the Art’s High School college preparatory program. He completed his graduate studies under a full-assistantship with The University

JD Cordlé has worked as a professional blues guitarist, recording artist, and singer-songwriter for 37 years, and has taught guitar lessons and music courses since 2015. JD first picked up a guitar

Clarinetist Kellan Toohey is an avid performer whose varied career includes recitals and solo appearances, chamber music, teaching, and orchestral playing. He holds a DMA from the University of Colorado and his teachers

Born in Williamsport, PA, Keirsten Schwanbeck began studying the cello at the age of eight. She attended Hope College in Holland, MI on full scholarship, graduating Magna cum laude in 2006 with