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Zhuo Diao

22290 Philanthropic Dr.

Ashburn, VA 20148

Phone: 540-686-0997

Instruments taught: Viola, Violin

Education: Conservatory of Music in Beijing, China with a Bachelor of Music in Performance; Artist’s Diploma and a Master’s Degree in viola performance from Shenandoah Conservatory in VA

Available as Performer: Yes

Mylinda Dockery

41934 Cinnabar Square

Stone Ridge, VA 20105

Phone: 859-351-0822

E mail: info@novaschoolofmusic.com

Website: novaschoolofmusic.com

Instruments taught: Piano, Organ, Violin

Education: BS - Salem College, MM - North Carolina School of the Arts

Affiliations: Suzuki Association of the Americas, Project Management Professional

Activities/Services: Mylinda Dockery has over 30 years teaching experience in the Suzuki and traditional piano methods for ages 4 - adult. She received her degrees in piano and organ performance and has performed over 3,000 concerts throughout the southeast, New York and Switzerland as both a soloist and a chamber musician.

Additional Info/Specialties: Early Childhood music specialist, and awarded the "Music For Learning Master Teacher Award" from Musikgarten. I am also certified in Kindermusik and third level Orff. My master's degree is in organ where I have over 17 years experience as a church music minister.

Available as Performer: Yes

Available as Accompanist: Yes

Anthony Fernandes

4310 Pleasant Valley Road

Chantilly, VA 20151

Phone: 571-639-8158

Email: info@novaschoolofmusic.com

Website Address: novaschoolofmusic.com

Instruments taught: violin

Education: Currently enrolled at George Mason University, he is pursuing a Minor in Music

Activities/Services: Private lessons, recitals and festivals

Available as Performer: Yes

Additional Info/Specialties: Anthony Fernandes began his violin journey at age seven, quickly developing a deep passion for the instrument. His dedication led him to compete at county and regional levels during middle and high school. He is an active participant in the George Mason Symphony Orchestra under Dr. Joanna Owen's guidance. With over a decade of experience, Anthony is committed to sharing his love for music with the next generation. His recent experiences as a student provide him with unique insights into how children engage with music, allowing him to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment. Grateful for the opportunities music has given him, he aims to inspire young musicians to appreciate the joy and connection that music brings to life.

Laura Readyoff

The Music Loft

585 Grove St St., Suite 310

Herndon, VA 20170

Phone: 703-956-6563

E mail: info@themusicloftonline.com

Website: TheMusicLoftOnline.com

Instruments taught: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass

Education: Bachelors Music Education, Masters Music Education, Masters K-12 Administration

Activities/Services: private instrumental and vocal lessons; Master Classes; Recitals

Additional Info/Specialties: Full service music school in Herndon and Ashburn, VA

Available as Performer: No

Available as Accompanist: No

Elza Ritter

14768 Basingstoke Loop

Centreville, VA 20120

Phone: 703-901-361

E mail: elzaritter@gmail.com

Website: Elzaritterpianolessons.com

Instruments taught: Piano, Voice, Violin, Flute

Education: Russian Music Pedagogical Institute after Gnessin. Russian Music Academy in Moscow. Majors: Piano Performance. Chamber Music. Piano Pedagogy

Affiliations: NVCC 15 years: Applied piano, group piano, music theory, music history

Activities/Services: Private lessons and group classes; piano, voice, music theory, solfeggio, pedagogy, music history, chamber music, Master Classes, consultations, coaching, accompanying, performing; Any activities as weddings or church services available to sub depends on day/time; preparing advance programs in a short note; sight read any style and difficulty

Additional Info/Specialties: Young and adult students at any level and age as long they are willing to practice reasonable amount with attitude toward good quality, not just waste time on piano. Specialize in fixing hand position and establishing new, good habits for good technique with Russian methods. Own method based on 35 years of experience (20 years in USA). Teach in English and Russian languages. Coach teachers who are interested in Russian methods.

Available as Performer: Yes

Available as Accompanist: Yes

Catherine Thorpe

18347 Harmony Church

Hamilton, VA 20158

Phone: 646-338-4125

E mail: cathythorpe@me.com

Instruments Taught: Voice - beginner and intermediate, Flute, Ukulele - beginner

Education: BM and MM Voice - Peabody Conservatory; Juilliard Opera Center Artist

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Additional Info/Specialties:

Available as Performer: Yes

Available as Accompanist: No

Arman Tigranyan

Herndon, VA 20171

Phone: 202-993-6638

Email: armantigranyan.music@gmail.com
website: www.arman-tigranyan.com

Instruments taught: Violin

Education: Peabody Conservatory; Karlsruhe University of Music (Germany); Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory (Russia)

Affiliations: Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association (NVMTA/MTNA)

Additional Info/Specialties: conducting instruction/coaching; concert violinist and orchestral/opera conductor; former Conductor, Mariinsky Theatre

Performance Opportunities/Workshops You Offer In Your Studio: performance and audition preparation; masterclasses and chamber music coaching may be offered as the studio develops.

Available as Performer: Yes

Miron Yampolsky

1318 Pavillion Club Way

Reston, VA 20194

Phone: 703-966-6980

E mail: mirony@verizon.net

Website: https://yampolskymusicacademy.us/

Instruments Taught: Cello

Education: BA & MA in Cello Performance from Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory

Activities/Services: Recitals, Auditions, Competitions

Additional Info/Specialties: Chamber Music

Available as Performer: Yes