Meet Our Instructors
Great music lessons start with great teachers. Meet the musicians and educators who help our students build skills, confidence and a lifelong love of music.
Find Your Instructor
Our instructors bring years of teaching and performing experience to every lesson. Meet the musicians and educators behind The Music Den School of Music.
Joe Egan
A longtime Music Den instructor helping students develop strong musical skills while pursuing their individual interests and goals.
Meet Joe
Joe has been teaching at The Music Den since 2003. His lessons can include music theory, ear training, sight-reading, chord progressions, lead playing, composition and songwriting. Joe has also led group guitar, ukulele and Rock Band programs.
Sara Lindsey
Sara works with wind players from beginner through advanced levels with an emphasis on musicianship, performance and audition preparation.
Meet Sara
Sara focuses on sight-reading, ear training, practice methodology and music theory while helping students better understand their instruments. She also works with students preparing for auditions and college music programs.
Mike Spoer
A versatile instructor with experience in vocal technique, music theory, composition and instrumental performance.
Meet Mike
Mike studied Music Education and Teaching at Westminster Choir College. His background includes classical vocal technique, music theory, composition, guitar, bass and drums. He has taught at The Music Den for more than 10 years.
Ludmila Keller
Ludmila brings a classical approach influenced by both Russian and American musical traditions to students of all ages and levels.
Meet Ludmila
Born in St. Petersburg, Ludmila began studying music at age six and has taught privately since 2002. Her students participate in recitals, practice programs and regional orchestra opportunities.
Mike Malinowski
Guitar and bass instruction for students looking to develop their playing, technique and overall musicianship.
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John Hvasta
An experienced drummer, educator and professional musician whose background spans a wide variety of musical styles.
Meet John
John has 40 years of drumming experience, 27 years of teaching experience and 30 years of professional playing experience. His background includes jazz, rock, R&B, funk, rockabilly, country and fusion.
Mariyetta Saryan
An experienced music educator offering classical instruction with an emphasis on strong musical foundations.
Meet Mariyetta
Mariyetta has more than 35 years of experience in music education. Her teaching incorporates sight-reading, ear training, theory and practical methodology while adapting repertoire to each student.
Laura Layton
An accomplished violist and educator with decades of performance experience in orchestral and operatic settings.
Meet Laura
Laura has more than 40 years of performing experience and is a graduate of the Governor's School of the Arts. Her professional experience includes orchestral and operatic performance as well as music education.
Ming Shiao
A music educator whose gentle approach helps students build strong technical and theoretical foundations with confidence.
Meet Ming
Ming earned a Bachelor in Music Education from Akron University and has maintained a private studio for more than 15 years. She prepares students for auditions and competitions while teaching classical, jazz, ragtime and popular styles.
Clint Morris
Clint works with beginners and experienced players, focusing on fundamentals, technique and each student's individual musical interests.
Meet Clint
Clint has studied guitar, bass, music theory and performance for more than 25 years and has taught professionally since 2003. His lessons emphasize scales, chord structure, tone and good technique.
Amy Sandoval
A multi-instrumentalist and experienced educator with a broad background in performance, songwriting and music education.
Meet Amy
Amy earned a degree in Secondary Music Education from Seton Hall University with a concentration in electric bass. Her teaching background includes public school, special education and more than 15 years of private instruction.
Jeff Crimando
A longtime performer and instructor who tailors lessons around each student's goals, interests and musical curiosity.
Meet Jeff
Jeff began playing professionally as a teenager and later attended Berklee College of Music. His teaching can include songs, music reading, theory, fretboard knowledge and improvisation in rock, blues and jazz.
Ethan Bartlett
A guitarist with decades of playing experience and a passion for sharing music with students of all ages.
Meet Ethan
Ethan has been a musician for more than 30 years and has taught guitar professionally since 2002. His experience includes rock, pop, country, blues, jazz, classical guitar, songwriting, recording and live performance.
Find the Right Teacher for You
Whether you're learning your first notes or working toward your next musical goal, our instructors are ready to help you take the next step.