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Earl is a music educator with over 20 years of experience. He holds a Bachelor's degree in music education with a vocal emphasis from Florida A and M University (2002) and a Master's degree in Music Education from the University of Florida (2010). 

Earl has served as a music director in ministry for 35 years. He has also served as music director for several productions including most recently Sistas the Musical, Avenue Q, and The Color Purple. Earl believes that music lessons should be fun incorporating the popular music his student enjoy as they learn to play Drums, Piano, or how to Sing. He is a member of Phi Mu Alpha SINFONIA, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and is a Prince Hall Mason. 

Juan  started his musical education with guitar, piano, solfeggio, music theory, choir, and music history in the Vocational School of Arts. He graduated from the from the professional school of Music of Holguin in 1996 and Instituto Superior de Artes (University for the Arts) in 2002 in Havana. Since then, he has worked as a music teacher and professional musician, touring Cuba and Europe and playing in churches. Has played in concerts and music festivals, and received awards in international guitar contests – he says it's all because he loves the feeling of being on stage and worshiping God through music, as well as seeing the results of good work done by his students with his guidance.

He is always looking for new ways to grow as an educator and developing new curricula that are exciting for both students and parents alike. He teaches children, youths, and adults both advanced and beginning students. He can teach both in English and Spanish. He has an eclectic teaching style where he combines techniques from different countries and his own ideas developed through years of experience.  He is very proud that some of his former students are playing in professional bands, and others are now music teachers!

Lucille Foster is an accomplished musician and teacher with an impressive list of achievements. She holds degrees from Edison College and Florida State University, where she played clarinet with the symphonic band and even joined them on tour. Lucille's musical talents didn't stop there, as she also played with the Fort Myers Symphony Orchestra and taught music in the Collier County School District. Her students won top awards at music contests under her guidance. Lucille directed the Lake Trafford Elementary School chorus and showcased her skills on both flute and clarinet with the Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra. In 2007, she led the chorus to a remarkable performance at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Center for a holiday concert. 

Alex is a seasoned musician who has been in the industry for over 20 years. He began his musical journey in music school, mastering the accordion and classical guitar, before transitioning to playing drums in rock and metal bands. Alex's love for music led him to become a jazz guitarist during his college years, and he has since performed with various professional pop and rock bands as a drummer, guitarist, and even as a singer in a church choir. He is also an expert in transcribing music and creating highly precise music scores.

But what truly sets Alex apart is his dedication to teaching. He believes in sharing his knowledge and experience with his students at the Fort Myers School of Music. By encouraging his students to play together, he helps them achieve a professional sound and look. Alex's expertise and passion for music make him an exceptional mentor, and under his guidance, you will learn from the best and become the best in the industry.

Hannah is a professional freelance musician in Southwest Florida. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she started her musical studies at the age of 5 with piano lessons. Being a child of two opera singers exposed her to many musical experiences including dancing ballet, performing in dramatic productions, singing in choirs, as well as studying multiple instruments. 

Hannah has a Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance from Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music and a Master of Music in Harp Performance from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. 

She teaches piano, ukulele, voice, and harp lessons.

Carlos was born in Havana Cuba and immigrated to Miami when he was a child. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and a Masters degree in Computer Science. He is certified to teach K-12.

Carlos taught music in Miami public schools for 14 years and 15 years for the New York City Department of Education. He has over 20 years of experience as a Music Minister and director for various congregations. 

He enjoys teaching private lessons in English or Spanish as well as private musical coaching. He has a quiet personality that allows his passion for making music shine in others and helps shyer children excel.

Colette is an avid lover of music, a teacher of music, and a professional musician. She now has 40 years of experience in vocal and instrumental instruction for various age groups and learning levels, as well as performing professionally in voice, piano, and guitar. 

Colette earned a Bachelor’s degree from Morehead State University in music education; a piano major and voice minor, also studying acoustic guitar, jazz, choral conducting, music arranging, and composition.  Her Master’s degree in music education is from Eastern Kentucky University. Her doctoral work at the University of Kentucky gave her the opportunity to learn and explore in-depth vocal techniques and develop a new focus on the deep connections between music and literacy, both with language and math. 

Colette enjoyed performing in a top hits multi-genre cover band, Paradox, with her bass-playing husband, while she played keyboard, guitar, and sang lead vocals.

Colette is passionate about finding the best way for each student to learn and succeed.  She has many years of experience in both public and private schools; elementary, middle school, high school, and college. Her teaching experience at the University of Kentucky, and as a professor at Berea College, gave her the deepest insight into successful vocal techniques, as well as led her back to teaching all age levels, one on one. She is also an advocate for teaching those with different learning styles. Usually labeled as disabilities, Ms. Colette prefers to view them as different abilities, seeking the best way for each student to learn. She enjoys all styles of music and encourages students to pursue what they love while exploring new genres. 

Tara began her musical career in 4th grade as a trumpet player. In High School, she was constantly first and second chair and played in both Concert and Jazz band. 

She then made a move to the bright lights of the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada pursuing her passion for singing. At the age of 25 and was fronting rock-n-roll bands. Singing professionally was a dream come true!

Tara then went on to revolutionize the DJ industry by mixing and singing to backing tracks while she would DJ, learning the art of “Harmonic“ DJing that brought her numerous awards; from the coveted “Pioneer” award for being one of the first female DJ’s to many other awards including “Best Karaoke Show” and “Las Vegas Favorite Female DJ.” 

Tara got her degree in music studying vocals, piano, and trumpet at CCSD in Las Vegas. 

Tara has plenty of professional stage and entertainment experience at high-profile events such as the RocknRoll Marathon Las Vegas where she opened for major celebrity acts ( Kesha, Life Is Beautiful, iHeart events, etc.) as well as having been flown around the country to entertain for major corporate clients such as Coca-Cola, Wet N Wild, Harrahs VIP, Circus Circus, Ballys, Hard Rock, Paris, Forum Shops, Tropicana, and Caesars properties. 

Heidi has a very outgoing personality and is often accompanied by her puppy Gershwin! She is the perfect teacher for those students who require a little more stimulation during the lesson. She often plays duets with her students at lessons an recitals.

Heidi began studying piano at the young age of six, and ranked 2nd place in the State competition for the Ohio Federation of Music Clubs by the age of sixteen. She holds B.A. in Piano Performance from Southeastern University. After receiving her degree she studied for four years with jazz piano Steven Van Loozenoord, and is currently working on her Master's in Piano Performance at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She has studied under instructors such as Dr. Robert Marler, Dr. Robert Ruckman, and Dr. Young-ah Tak.  

Heidi participated in the Keyboard Festival at First Assembly of God for seven years, an event that was broadcasted on The Christian Television Network and had an in-person attendance of about 10,000 over the course of a weekend each year. For seven years she was on staff at Faith United Methodist Church as a pianist, and the accompanist for local vocalists.