Regarded as one of the most outstanding young Mexican musicians, Amos Lucidi has performed extensively as a soloist and in chamber groups in Mexico, Italy, France and the United Kingdom, participating in important festivals such as the International Festival of Mayan Culture and Merida Fest. He has been soloist on several occasions with the Symphonic Orchestra of the Yucatan. More recent appearances include recitals in venues such as St. James’s Piccadilly and the Old Royal Naval College in London, l’Eglise de Saint-Merry in Paris and Teatro Clitunno in Trevi, Italy. His playing has earned him a host of awards, scholarships, and recognition from various competitions.

Amos recently earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance degree at the University of Minnesota under the guidance of Professor Alexander Braginsky. Before moving to Minnesota, he was Piano Professor and Collaborative Pianist at the Bachelor of Musical Arts of Escuela Superior de Artes de Yucatán (ESAY) in Merida, México, from which he obtained his B.A. in Musical Arts with honors in 2011.

In September 2017 he obtained the title of Master of Arts in Piano Performance with Distinction at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, under the guidance of the internationally renowned pianists Mikhail Kazakevich and Peter Tuite.

Music is a creative activity that makes us imagine a better world in order to create it. Amos believes that the experience of a live performance can touch our consciousness and change the way we look at the world, thus making us better human beings.

Amos can teach in English, Spanish, and Italian.

Ana Caridad Frómeta is a violinist with a strong academic background and experience in both performance and teaching. She graduated with a Gold Diploma from the Higher Institute of Art (ISA) in Cuba and has been a member of renowned ensembles such as the Havana Chamber Orchestra and the Liceo de La Habana Orchestra, performing in numerous concerts under the direction of distinguished conductors and receiving training from prestigious musicians and teachers.

As a founding member of the Havana Quartet, she has participated in international festivals and educational projects in the United States, including performances at Minnesota Orchestra Hall and the Harvard Music Festival. In addition to her career as a performer, Ana teaches violin and chamber music, focusing on the technical and expressive development of the students.

Ana is currently based in Minnesota, where she continues her artistic career with the Havana Quartet. She regularly performs in music venues across Minneapolis and Saint Paul, including Berlin, Crooners, and MetroNOME. In addition to concerts, she participates in educational exchanges and offers masterclasses in various schools. She is also a member of other musical projects such as Charanga Tropical and the MSC&O.

Ana can teach in both English & Spanish.

Ana Medina Lima is a passionate flautist and dedicated music educator pursuing her BA in Music Performance at the University of Minnesota. She holds an AFA in both vocal and instrumental music from Normandale College, where she earned multiple academic scholarships for her musical excellence. Ana brings a strong foundation in music theory and performance, and her warm, enthusiastic personality makes her a natural and inspiring teacher. She is committed to helping students grow with confidence, creativity, and a deep love for music.

Audrey Q. Snyder is a versatile cellist, songwriter, and arranger based in the Twin Cities. She has toured as the principal cellist for The Who, performing on their Moving On!tour in 2019, The Who Hits Back! tour in 2022-2023, and at the Teenage Cancer Trust shows at Royal Albert Hall.

In theater, Audrey has performed in productions of The Lion King, Mary Poppins, The Bridges of Madison County, Oklahoma!, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Oliver! She subbed regularly for Hamilton during its three-year run in Chicago and later toured with two other Hamilton companies from 2021 to 2023.

Audrey is an advocate for contemporary instrumental music. She regularly performs works by living composers, playing both solo and in various chamber ensembles. In 2019, she produced and coordinated New Music//New Film Collaborative, a project resulting in five new compositions paired with video art, which were released in 2020.

Audrey holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in music from the Eastman School of Music, where she studied with Alan Harris.

Brett Tennyson is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and dedicated music educator with expertise in guitar, bass guitar, piano, and ukulele. He holds a strong academic background in music performance and elementary education, having completed five years of college at North Central University in Minneapolis, MN, where he honed his craft and deepened his understanding of teaching and performing.

Brett has an extensive performance background, including playing in jazz combos, wedding and event bands, and as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter for his band PSYPL, which performed at festivals and venues throughout the Twin Cities and surrounding states. His love for folk, jazz, and rock is evident in his playing, with a special enthusiasm for jazz fusion that led him to perform with a Steely Dan cover group.

As an educator, Brett is passionate about tailoring his teaching approach to the individual needs and learning styles of his students. He firmly believes that concepts can and should be taught in different ways to suit each student’s unique way of learning. Brett excels at breaking down complex techniques and theory into clear, accessible lessons that help students of all ages and skill levels develop confidence and achieve their musical goals.

Brett remains an active member of the Twin Cities music scene, performing and collaborating across a range of genres. His approachable nature and deep understanding of music make him a trusted mentor for students seeking to improve their technique, explore new styles, and build confidence in their musical abilities.

Dimitra Kitsou is a multi-talented musician and educator from Greece with a strong passion for music and early childhood education. Her journey in music began at a young age, starting with her piano studies at 9 years old. This early exposure to music ignited her passion for the art form, which eventually led her to pursue a Bachelor’s and Integrated Master’s degree in “Music Studies” from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, along with a Harmony Degree.

Dimitra’s interest in working with children and her desire to explore innovative teaching methods brought her to the Orff Approach. She honed her skills in this approach by completing the “Further Educational Course in Orff-Schulwerk Studies on Three Levels” at Moraitis School in Athens, Greece.

Since 2019, Dimitra has been actively involved in teaching and conducting various seminars. These includes pedagogy, music-dance-speech integration, improvisation, and physical theatre. Additionally, her musical abilities extend beyond the piano, as she also plays the guitar and ukulele, and even writes songs for children.

Her lessons are characterized by their creativity and child-centered approach. Her ultimate goal is not only to impart musical knowledge and skills but also to foster a deep and lasting love for music in her students. By recognizing and nurturing each student’s unique talents and abilities, Dimitra strives to make a meaningful impact on their musical journeys.

Dimitra can teach in both English and Greek.

A fun and enthusiastic Russian lady, Farida is a kind, attentive, educated, and fun music teacher with 13 years of experience teaching music to people of all ages. She knows how to rock and chill while playing music! She is full of positive energy and works as a piano and voice instructor for both private and group lessons. Farida uses an individual approach for each student. Her repertoire spans from classical to contemporary music and techniques.

Farida received her education at the Music College in Surgut (Siberia, Russia) and the Institute of Culture and Arts in Chelyabinsk (Ural, Russia). Back in Russia, she worked at a large children's School of Art as a Solfeggio (music theory) and Music Literature teacher. Her students participated in major State and International Music Theory and History of Music contests, winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places (students aged 7-14). She was also part of the local Siberian School of Rock, teaching voice, piano, and leading rock bands.

With 13 years of experience working with people of all ages, Farida believes that anyone can play and sing. The key is inspiration and a supportive teacher by your side. Farida can teach you how to feel and control your voice, discover your range, and develop your technical skills. She can teach you how to sing your favorite songs and accompany yourself (or your friends) on the piano, which opens the door to joining a band—a dream many people have.

Farida has been performing on stage since she was 5 years old and continues to enjoy performing with the rock cover band "Coffee & Vanilla."

Farida can teach in English and Russian.

Gideon Scheeler began playing piano at the age of five. He studied with his mother for two years, then began taking lessons with Elena Piastro, at the Saint Paul Conservatory of Music. Throughout the years he has participated in, and won, many local, regional, and national competitions, including the Minnesota State Fair Amatuer Talent Competition, Schubert Club Scholarship Competition, University of Wisconsin - River Falls Piano Festival, Evergreen Scholarship Competition, Marvin O. Mechelke Scholarship Competition, and the American Protege Piano and Strings Competition. He has also performed with orchestras, been a part of numerous chamber ensembles, accompanied choirs and soloists, and performed in Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. He is now entering his Junior year of college, majoring in Piano Performance with Professor Alexander Braginsky at the University of Minnesota.

After many years of studying with wonderful and inspirational teachers, Gideon is excited to step into this new path in life. He looks forward to sharing his love of music with students, inspiring in them the love of music and fostering a new perspective on life in the same manner in which he was inspired.

Jeremy is a classical guitarist from southern Minnesota with 20+ years of experience performing and teaching. Over the course of his music career, Jeremy has been fortunate to study with many gifted guitarists including world-renowned guitar virtuoso and pedagogue Rene Izquierdo, and Minneapolis Guitar Quartet members Wade Oden and Maja Radovanlija. 

Throughout his education, Jeremy earned top marks as he received his AFA in Music with guitar emphasis at Normandale Community College, BFA in Classical Guitar Performance from UW-Milwaukee, and Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance at the University of Minnesota. In addition, Jeremy has had the opportunity to perform for and learn from many notable and prizewinning guitarists such as Marcin Dylla, Zoran Dukic, Odair Assad, Shin-Ichi Fukuda, Anton Baranov, Denis Azabagic and many more. 

Aside from his educational pursuits, Jeremy also is an avid performer, performing solo and chamber music concerts as well as weddings, events and even yoga classes. These serve his mission in advocating for awareness, appreciation, and education for the classical guitar; a mission he began as a major partner in the Milwaukee Classical Guitar Society’s “Guitar Ambassador” program by performing and presenting in schools throughout Milwaukee.

As an educator, Jeremy specializes in teaching beginner and intermediate students, leading them through an approach that develops music fundamentals including reading music (standard notation), rhythm, music theory, as well as incorporating proper technique to allow for ease of playing in whatever style they are interested in.

Jeremy, a Michigan native, has been teaching piano since 2017. He holds BAs in Piano Performance from the University of Notre Dame and in Music Education from Saginaw Valley State University. Jeremy's musical journey includes collaborations with several universities, specializing in musical theater and 20th-century art songs.

With a diverse musical background, Jeremy serves as a music director at his church, honing his skills with instrumentalists and vocalists of all levels. Beyond academic settings, his experience enriches his understanding of music's transformative power and reinforces his passion for sharing it with others.

Jeremy's teaching approach is marked by inclusivity and personalization. Welcoming students of all ages and proficiency levels, he tailors each learning experience to individual interests. Utilizing personalized methods and materials, Jeremy ensures consistent and enjoyable progress. His confidence in guiding students to success reflects his dedication to fostering a supportive and encouraging environment, where the transformative power of music becomes accessible to all.

Lily Alter is a vocalist, pianist, and educator from Oak Park, Illinois. She received her undergraduate degree in Jazz Studies at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan in the spring of 2023. There, she was a member of Gold Company, played piano in the WMU Jazz Lab Band, and sang with the WMU Jazz Orchestra. During her undergraduate years, she taught private voice and piano lessons at multiple acclaimed private lesson programs. She won Downbeat jazz awards in 2023 and 2024 for Outstanding Performance as a Vocal Jazz Soloist.

She recently graduated from University of North Texas with her Master’s of Music degree, where she was a teaching fellow in the vocal jazz program, an alto in UNT Jazz Singers, and the vocalist for the 2023-24 One O’Clock Lab Band. During her time in Texas, taught voice, piano, and early childhood music at one of DFW's premiere private music schools.

Lily’s experience in many different contemporary genres including pop, jazz, and musical theater allows students to gain skills in different musical styles. Lily’s lessons are highly individualized coaching sessions involving skill-building activities that are specifically tailored to each unique piano, voice, or early childhood music student.

Mario Ángel Pérez is a Minnesota-born, -educated, and -based tenor. Mario has previously covered Don José (Carmen) with Opera Reading Project and performed Young Luis in Reinaldo Maya’s production of Tienda for Augsburg University. Other previous roles include Remendado (Carmen) at Pine Mountain Music Festival, Euthyclès (La belle Hélène) with Lakes Area Music Festival, First Priest and First Armored Man (Die Zauberflöte) with Lakes Area Music Festival, a cover of Emperor Altoum (Turandot) at Cedar Rapids Opera, and Gran Sacerdote (Idiomeneo), Gherardo (Gianni Schicchi), and First Priest (Die Zauberflöte) at the University of Minnesota. He has earned both a Master of Music and Bachelor of Music in vocal performance from the University of Minnesota.

Mario Ángel was selected as a participant in the University of Minnesota and Minnesota Opera’s ECCO program where he received individualized instruction on operatic preparation with Allen Perriello. He also studied Mozart aria interpretation with Helen Donath through the Internationale Sommerakademie at the Universität Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. Mario Ángel has performed for the Austrian Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Wolfgang Wander, at the Center for Austrian Studies’ 40th Anniversary Celebration at the University of Minnesota.

Currently, Mario resides in Columbia Heights with his dog Bump.

Maya Hilten is a young musician who finds opera to be the ultimate form of self-expression and discovery. She found her passion for singing and music at a young age, having grown up in a musically inclined family. This led her to fall in love with choir and music theory. She began voice lessons at 13, where she learned that singing classical and opera brought her the most joy. In addition, through piano lessons, she took a liking to accompanying herself singing, while creating arrangements and original music.

She is in the early stages of her post-secondary studies, and has found joy in vocal performance, leadership, and instruction. Maya spent four years at the Performing Arts Institute of Minnesota High School, participating in choir, treble choir, and chamber choir, as well as theatre technician work and stage management. In addition, she studies with vocal instructor Melissa Holm-Johansen. Maya has had the opportunity to take part in Project Opera at MN Opera and an apprenticeship with the same program. In addition, she has enjoyed being selected as a soprano section leader in school and recreational choirs. Maya looks forward to using these experiences to propel her career in the future, and to create a safe environment and outlet for other musicians. In her free time, she enjoys both dancing and watching ballet, studying Spanish literature and poetry, studying psychology, and creating new recipes, even when they are not always perfect on the first try.