Justin Adelman

Percussion, Guitar, & Piano

Justin began his musical journey at age 4, inspired by his Dad’s enjoyment of performing in concert and his Grandfather’s love of music. Justin is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and record producer. He recorded and toured with the world-renowned band Lawrence for five years and signed with Warner Bros. Records for the release of their album […]

Dylan Krukowski

Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Piano, Guitar, Bass

Dylan Krukowski is an accomplished multi-instrumentalist and music educator with a deep background in chamber music and solo performance. Having graduated from Ithaca College with a dual degree in Performance and Music Education, the bulk of Dylan’s professional experience has been shaped by the diverse artistic culture of Ithaca and the greater upstate area, where […]

Emerson Forbes

Percussion, Guitar, Piano - Woodbury

Emerson Forbes is a trained percussionist and jazz musician with significant experience in songwriting, guitar, and piano. In 2024, Emerson graduated from the University of Delaware on the Dean’s List with a degree in Music Education and a minor in Jazz Studies. While attending the University of Delaware, Emerson studied with Gene Koshinski and Tim […]

Thomas Diognardi

Guitar, Drums, Piano

Thomas Diognardi is multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter from Bethpage, NY. He’s spent the better part of his life performing with various bands, and graduated from the Music Conservatory at SUNY Purchase with his Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Production. Being both a self-taught musician and well versed in music theory allows Thomas to approach lessons and […]

Eliza Stoehrer

Voice, Percussion, Piano, Guitar - Fort Salonga & Woodbury

Eliza Stoehrer, MT-BC, is a passionate Music Therapist and instructor from Long Island, New York. Primarily a percussionist and vocalist, Eliza has also studied guitar and piano from a young age. Eliza received her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy from Molloy University, where she will also receive her Master’s Degree in 2026. Eliza is a […]

Patrick Roche

Percussion, Piano - Fort Salonga

Babylon based percussionist Patrick Roche is an active performer and educator in several sides of the percussion world. As a chamber musician, Patrick has appeared with the Four as One, Avalon, and Mirage percussion quartets. Patrick was awarded first place with the Avalon Percussion Quartet in the 2018 Crane Chamber Music Competition. He has also […]

David Nieves

Percussion, Woodwinds, Brass, Piano

David Nieves is a 25-year musician specializing in drums, percussion, woodwinds, brass and piano. He got his start at the age of 10 when a chance meeting with a music teacher prompted him to start clarinet. He attended Laguardia High School of Music and Art and Mannes School of Music, performing with the Laguardia orchestra, […]

Frank Lao

Percussion & Drums - Woodbury

Frank Lao has enjoyed more than 10 years as a professional musician since graduating from the University of Delaware with a bachelor’s degree in Applied Music. At UD Frank was the founder and president of the UD Percussion Club and raced with the UD Cycling Team. Frank’s favorite teaching experience was with the Hicksville High […]

Steven DeBellis is a professional drummer/percussionist based on Long Island. In Summer of 2022, Steve was selected to star as a principal cast member in Amazon Studios upcoming film: “Musica,” a rom-com drawing inspirations from “Stomp,” Brazilian Culture, and life experienced with synesthesia.  Throughout his time on set, he was privileged to work alongside: Rudy […]