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I’m a Venezuelan-American oboist currently pursuing my master’s degree at the Manhattan School of Music on a full scholarship by the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation, where I study with Sherry Sylar of the New York Philharmonic. I previously earned my bachelor’s degree from the Peabody Institute on the Excellence in Music Leadership scholarship.

I have been teaching for over 25 years and I have studied with Frank Kocman (student of Nilo Hovey), Larry Allen (student of Robert Bloom & Humbert Lucarelli), Hollis Ulaky (Principal Oboist of Charlotte Symphony Orchestra), and Amanda Hardy (Principal Oboist of Portland Symphony Orchestra- student of John Ferrillo).

Hi, I’m Sam—a professional woodwind player, composer, and music educator focused on helping students become expressive, well-rounded musicians. I specialize in saxophone and oboe, and also teach clarinet, flute, and bassoon. As a working multi-instrumentalist, I perform in a variety of settings including pit orchestras and jazz groups, and I bring that real-world experience into…

Ashley has a decade's experience teaching oboe to age levels from 5th grade through college, mostly in the competitive north Dallas area, where her students have been successful at region and all-state auditions and at state solo and ensemble contests.

Take lessons with an experience music educator and active performing musician! Hello! I have a passion for teaching and performing on all woodwinds and can help you enjoy learning your chosen woodwind instrument. I am a Cleveland, OH native and passionate educator with over 20 years of professional experience performing in pit orchestras for musical theater, orchestras, and church…