TEACHING ARTISTS: Private Lessons
PIANO

REGISTER by clicking available times below and choose either a PAID TRIAL(choose DROP IN) and pay for only the single class you schedule(We can only hold that class time for you for the scheduled time) or choose ENROLL to reserve that spot for you.  FEES: 38.00 Single Trial(Drop in). Enrolled: 36.00 per 30 minute class.  If you do not see a convenient class time feel free to contact the office and we will check in with our teachers.  (215) 699 6500 or info@comad.net

 

Ruth Michel TEACHING ARTIST: VOICE and PIANO

Ruth Michel is a vocalist, music educator, and conductor from Lansdale, Pennsylvania. She began her vocal studies under Rodney Derstine, and sang with the Pennsylvania Girlchoir (now known as Commonwealth Youth Choir), joining them on their tour of Australia. She also participated in the Csehy Summer School of Music as a voice and cello student. Ruth went on to earn her bachelor's degree in Music Education with a voice concentration (classical and jazz) from Roberts Wesleyan University. During her time at Roberts, she assisted in conducting various choral ensembles, took on the role of music director for the university's opera production of Dido and Aeneas, and achieved runner-up status in Roberts Wesleyan's Concerto-Aria competition in both 2022 and 2023. Ruth also participated in multiple vocal and conducting masterclasses, notably a vocal masterclass with Dr. Sutherland from Eastman School of Music and the ACDA Eastern Region Undergraduate Conducting Masterclass with clinician Dr. Jeffrey Douma from Yale University. Ruth completed her master’s degree in Choral Conducting at Florida International University's Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music and Performing Arts. During her time in Florida, she served as a Graduate Assistant for the choral department at the university as well as a Teaching Assistant for the Miami Children's Chorus. She also taught voice lessons, piano lessons, and tutored many students in ear training. In the summer during her master’s, she participated as a conducting fellow in the Atlanta Summer Conducting Institute and performed recitals in Pennsylvania. Ruth continues to perform and aspires to foster an excellent level of music in students by serving as an educator in the Greater Philadelphia area.

Teacher of Piano and Flute

TEACHING ARTIST: Kelly Bailey-Piano and Flute

Kelly Bailey was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance from the University of British Columbia before moving to Baltimore to pursue her Master's degree in Flute Performance at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University. Throughout her musical career, she has participated in numerous flute competitions, masterclasses, and performed with multiple symphony orchestras. Kelly was nominated to represent Vancouver three times in the Vancouver Kiwanis Music Festival Performing Arts BC, where she was placed first in the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Woodwind Divisions. She has been teaching both flute and piano since 2017. Her goal is to create a fun and supportive environment where each student can thrive and reach their full potential. SEE BELOW FOR MY AVAILABILITY

TEACHING ARTIST: John Griffin Piano and Strings

John Griffin began playing viola at the age of eight, developing a strong passion for both strings and piano throughout his school years. He distinguished himself through numerous concert and festival performances, showcasing his musical talent from an early age. By the end of middle school and into his high school years, John expanded his artistry into conducting, leading string orchestra ensembles at two schools within the Norristown Area School District. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Music Education, magna cum laude, furthering his dedication to both performance and teaching. In addition to his work as an educator, John remains active as a violist, currently performing with Orchestra Concordia in Radnor, PA. SEE BELOW FOR MY AVAILABILITY

TEACHING ARTIST: Mary Boyer-Piano

Mary Boyer has been a teacher with the Conservatory of Music and Dance since 1996. She graduated from Immaculata University with a Bachelor of Music, cum laude, with certification in Music Therapy. She is a member of the Delta sigma Music Honor Society and a member of the American Music Therapy Association. Mary has worked at the Academy of Community Music as a music therapist and music teacher in the crescendo program. She was a staff music therapist at Temple Continuing Care and currently works as a therapist at St. Mary Manor in Lansdale, PA. Mary enjoys providing private and group instructions in piano here at the Conservatory and looks forward to many more years of service. SEE BELOW FOR MY AVAILABILITY

TEACHING ARTIST: Chin-Wen Macias-Piano

Ms. Chin-Wen has been dedicated to teaching private piano lessons since 2000, sharing her lifelong passion for music that began at the age of five. She earned her Master of Music degree in Piano Performance from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and has extensive experience working with students of all ages and skill levels. Before joining the Conservatory of Music and Dance in September 2023, Ms. Chin-Wen taught both private lessons and group classes at the New Jersey Workshop for the Arts in Westfield, NJ, as well as in private home settings. She brings warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to helping each student grow as a confident and expressive musician. SEE BELOW FOR MY AVAILABILITY

The Conservatory of Music and Dance – Worcester Campus

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