MMMA: Voice Faculty

Hope Banach | Voice

Hope is a native of Boston, MA, where she began her musical studies in piano, musical theater, and classical voice. Hope holds a Masters Degree of Music from McGill University in Canada. She also holds a Bachelor’s of Music in Vocal Performance from Northwestern University after studying under the tutelage of international soprano Nancy Gustafson, coaching with vocal coach and pianist Richard Boldrey, and participating in masterclasses from master teacher Marlena Malas and renowned soprano Barbara Bonney. Hope has extensive performance experience as a vocalist, having performed as a soprano and alto in Northwestern’s University Singers, University Chorale, and The Renaissance Singers, and participating ... + Morein several university productions, including Les aventures du roi Pausole, Iolanthe, Trial and Error, Interim, and 1776, as well as giving recitals. Hope knows the effects a good music teacher can have on students and aspires to equip students with the tools and encouragement necessary to foster a love for music and help them reach their fullest musical potential!

Rose Carilli | Voice

Rose Carilli is a soprano from Socorro, New Mexico who is currently pursuing her Master Degree in Voice Performance at Boston University. She earned her Bachelor in Voice Performance at Texas Tech University, where she had the opportunity to sing the roles of Adele in L'elisir d'amore and Zerlina in Don Giovanni. In addition to her performances with TTU Opera Theatre, she has performed as Suor Genovieffa in Suor Angelica for the Canto Vocal Program and as the Queen of the Night in Die Zauberflöte for the Matador Opera Workshop. She has played piano since the age of eight and has been teaching piano and voice lessons for four years. As a teacher, she strives to create an atmosphere where students ... + Morecan learn to be confident in their abilities and find joy in making music. Other cool things she has done include running a marathon, minoring in mathematics, and DJing on the Texas Tech student radio station.

Eric Chen | Voice

Eric J. Chen is a graduate of Berklee College of Music with a major in Professional Music and concentrations in Songwriting and Music Production & Engineering. An all-rounded musician, Eric was classically trained on the piano from the early age of six until his interests shifted to performing pop, K-pop, rock, hip-hop, and musical theater during high school. This transformation brought about a harmonious fusion of classical technique and sight-reading skills with a deep understanding of harmony, ear-training, improvisation, and composition. Eric also pursued Voice as his primary instrument at Berklee and acts as Music Director for the Northeastern Unisons, the award-winning ICCA Quarterfinal ... + Morechampions. A warm-hearted teacher who strives to impact students’ lives through music, Eric is an accomplished singer-songwriter, music producer, and food enthusiast.

Marissa Dyer | Voice

Soprano Marissa Dyer is an enthusiastic voice and piano teacher dedicated to building community and connection through music education and performance. Marissa’s studio is an imaginative space for students to explore their unique artistry and musical craft. She loves working with students of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds, supporting every student in achieving their goals. Marissa is a firm believer in student led learning and that every student deserves lessons crafted to their needs, interests, and personalities. A diverse singer, Marissa performs a variety of styles including opera, oratorio, musical theater, jazz, and choral works. Favorite past roles include Barbarina in Boston ... + MoreOpera Collaborative’s Marriage of Figaro, Monica from The Medium with Old Town Actors Studio, and Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls with Idaho State Opera Theater. Marissa holds a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from Idaho State University and a Master of Opera from the Longy School of Music of Bard College. When she isn’t busy teaching and singing, Marissa enjoys cooking, crafting, walking her pup Quincy and snuggling her cat Oliver.

Amy Fryda | Voice

Amy Fryda is pursuing her degree in Music Education from Boston University. Her goal as an educator is to guide students to use music as a lens through which to explore the world around them. Through BU, Amy has discovered her voice as a soprano, and has had the opportunity to perform Brahms’s Ein deutsches Requiem and Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony at the esteemed Symphony Hall. She recently studied abroad at the Royal College of Music, receiving training in Alexander Technique, which she prioritizes in her private lessons. When Amy is not teaching, performing, or in classes, she can be found spending time with her friends or adding to her fun earrings collection!

Tannielle Joseph | Voice

Tannielle Joseph, MT-BC, is a Vocalist and Pianist who has a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Berklee College of Music. Her music education began at a young age with in-home piano lessons as well as professional vocal lessons both before and during her time at Berklee. Tannielle is the lead singer of a local Boston-based band “TSTOP” that performs at venues such as The House of Blues and is very familiar with performing genres such as rock, pop, jazz, and indie. She also has a history with musical theatre and classical singing. Tannielle is a licensed music therapist and utilizes her connection with psychology and music to guide her lessons in a meaningful way.

Holly Krafka | Voice

Holly MacEwen Krafka teaches voice and piano. She has a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Gettysburg College and a Masters in Conducting from the Boston Conservatory, where she studied both voice and piano. Ms. Krafka is founder and Artistic Administrator of the New World Chorale, performing with Boston’s major orchestras at venues such as Sanders Theater, the Hatch Shell, Fenway Park, Jordan Hall, the Opera House and the Wang Center with the Boston Ballet. She has taught music and chorus at both public and private schools, as well as her own voice studio. Her children’s choruses have performed at the Colonial Theater in Boston and European tours. She has decades of experience in teaching ... + Moreclassical, opera, musical theater, jazz, pop, contemporary a cappella, sacred and secular music as well as theory and music history. Her other love is her precious baby granddaughter, and following the careers of her three very musical sons.

Sam Landers | Voice

Sam Landers (they/them) is a New Jersey native who started voice lessons in elementary school and piano lessons in middle school. Sam has an Bachelor Degree in Music from Kenyon College, and from there went on to teach private voice lessons in Pittsburgh for seven years. During this time, Sam earned a Master Degree in Vocal Pedagogy from the Westminster Choir College at Rider University. Sam has been fortunate to teach across all styles, experience levels, and age ranges, and believes that with practice and application of proper technique, anyone can be a musician.

Lawrence Leeway | Voice

Lawrence is a professional vocalist and pianist who was a finalist on China’s Got Talent and a former K-pop trainee with SM Entertainment. He is currently working on a degree at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. Having had voice lessons since the young age of seven years old and piano lessons since the young age of five years old, Lawrence is very comfortable with teaching and performing on both instruments. With extensive performance experience across Southern California, including charity events for Mayor London Breed of San Francisco, Lawrence brings world-class training and stage expertise to teaching. An experienced teacher who has taught for many years, he is passionate about ... + Moreinspiring others and wants to help his students grow in confidence, technique, and self-expression.

Josie Long | Voice

Josie is a pianist, singer, and songwriter hailing from Georgia. She graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2018 with a Bachelor of Music, majoring in Songwriting and minoring in Musical Theater Composition. When she isn’t teaching, Josie is often performing at dueling piano venues, so her knowledge of music and performance transcends all genres. Her love for music was instilled in her from a young age by her parents, who were also music teachers. Josie’s goal as a teacher is to inspire that same passion in her students while also giving them the tools to be excellent musicians.

Ell Lonsinger | Voice

Ell Lonsinger is finishing her Bachelor of Music Degree in Songwriting with minors in Recording & Production and Game & Interactive Media Scoring from Berklee College of Music. Though voice and piano have been her lifelong passions, she has learned 8 other instruments over the years including guitar, bass, and saxophone! Additionally, she has nearly a decade of performance experience specializing in rock, R&B, and musical theatre. Ell encourages students to explore music in their own way while developing a strong foundation of technique and routine. Her main goal is to cultivate creativity, confidence, growth, and a lifelong love of music in every student.

Amelia McElroy | Voice

Amelia McElroy is an experienced performer and dedicated music educator. She has taught hundreds of students ranging from toddlers to older adults through private lessons, classroom instruction, and group ensembles. As a performer, she has served as a church organist, pianist, and vocalist for several years. She is a prizewinner in the Young Artists Piano Competition at Westfield State University, placing first in 2017 and third in 2018. Classical music and lead sheet/improvisation techniques are her main specializations in piano education, while pop, folk, and classical music are her main areas of emphasis in vocals. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Social Work and a Bachelor Degree in Psychology ... + Morefrom Elms College, graduating cum laude, and is currently pursuing her Master Degree in Social Work at Boston College. Her academic background informs her developmentally appropriate teaching strategies, especially for neurodivergent students and those with learning differences. Her teaching style is positive, encouraging, and performance-oriented, with a specific emphasis on the strengths and goals of each individual student.

Amber Naugle | Voice

Originally from Missouri, Amber Naugle earned her Master of Music in Voice Performance from the Boston Conservatory in 2019 under the tutelage of Victor Jannett. She arrived in New England after obtaining her Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance, studying under Stella Roden, and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Ms. Naugle studied voice and piano from an early age and is accomplished in both instrument. She has performed voice in Italy, France, and across the United States. Her notable roles are Mother (Hansel und Gretel), Pamina (The Magic Flute), La Princesse (L’Enfant et les Sortilèges), Mrs. Gobineau (The Medium), and Despina (Così Fan Tutte). During her undergraduate studies, Ms. Naugle ... + Moreserved for 2 years as President of the Student Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. She also virtually teaches English to Chinese children aged 3-18 and aspires to bring fun and positive energy into every class setting. She strives to understand her students on a personal level to better tailor the learning experience to the students’ interest.

Alexandra Tan | Voice

Alexandra Tan started her musical studies at the age of four in classical piano. She later received a Diploma in piano performance from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM). Having completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne, Australia where she majored in voice performance and instrumental teaching and minored in piano, she continued her graduate studies at The Boston Conservatory, receiving a Masters in voice performance under the tutelage of Dr Marilyn Bulli. She has also performed and given recitals in her home country, Singapore, Australia and here in Massachusetts. Discovering her passion for teaching, she also undertook a Post Graduate Diploma ... + Morein Music Education. Alexandra has taught in a variety of settings. Besides teaching private piano and voice lessons, she has also taught in public schools in Massachusetts such as the Boston Latin School and Bigelow Middle school, teaching general music, chorus and instrumental ensembles. As a teacher, she endeavors to help students achieve their full potential by adapting her instruction to the student’s needs. Besides this, she believes music should be enjoyable and fun for all.

Ryan Van Fleet | Voice

Ryan Van Fleet holds two undergraduate degrees from the Boston University School of Music in Vocal Performance and Music Education. His musical journey started at a young age; taking piano lessons for several years before falling in love with the creativity and expression of the voice. As a classical singer, he has studied voice and opera with world-renowned faculty at the Tanglewood Young Artists Vocal Program and the “Si Parla, Si Canta!” program in Arona, Italy. During his time at these programs, he sang character roles in opera scenes and took courses in Italian language, music theory and Alexander Technique. As a private instructor in Voice and Piano, Ryan’s goal is to blend his passions ... + Morefor music education and music performance to provide a fun, yet challenging musical experience for his students. With self-expression and curiosity at the heart of his philosophy, Ryan helps his students to become confident, expressive musicians.