The faculty

Meet the musicians behind the music.

Every teacher at the Conservatory is an active performer and a dedicated educator — chosen as much for their warmth as their pedigree.

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Mariko Tanaka
Director · Piano

Juilliard MM. 25 years teaching. Specializes in classical & early-stage pedagogy.

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David Rosenfeld
Violin · Viola

Manhattan School of Music. Former NJ Symphony substitute violinist.

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Lena Park
Voice · Choral

Westminster Choir College. Soprano, regional opera & private studio.

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Anthony Russo
Guitar · Bass

Berklee. Performs jazz throughout NYC; teaches all styles.

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Hiroshi Yamada
Cello · Chamber

Tokyo University of the Arts. Senior chamber music coach.

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Sarah Klein
Flute · Woodwinds

Eastman School of Music. Solo & ensemble specialist.

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Marcus Bell
Drums · Percussion

New School Jazz. Touring drummer & dedicated educator.

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Eva Petrova
Piano · Theory

Moscow Conservatory. LCM examiner. Loves Romantic repertoire.