Shannon Jones is CSMA’s new Community Arts Program Manager. She has a strong background in arts program administration, educational leadership, community engagement, public arts, and music therapy. Shannon will provide project management, administrative, and creative support to the Community Arts Programs team. Welcome, Shannon!
Tan Nazare is a performer, educator, and researcher. They will lead CSMA’s new Story & Song music class series starting this spring. Tan’s teaching philosophy: music is not just sound, but a way to express oneself through singing, playing, moving, and composing.
Patrick Swiatek is a violinist, concertmaster, and educator with extensive experience in both teaching and performance. He has worked with students of all levels and enjoys helping students grow into confident, capable musicians with skills that support both solo and ensemble playing. He is accepting new private lesson students.
Anna Troy is a guitarist with 10 years of teaching experience. She has taught students of all ages and skill levels in pop, rock, blues, and jazz. Anna aims to create a dynamic and encouraging atmosphere that provides students with the foundation needed to excel in theory, sight-reading, ear training, improvisation, and songwriting. She is accepting new private lesson students.