MMMA: Voice Faculty

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.

Ally Feng | Voice

Ally Feng is a vocalist and pianist from Massachusetts. Majoring in Voice Performance at Berklee College of Music, Ally got into singing pop music and performing with a band. Prior to that, she was classically trained in piano since the age of 4 and voice since the age of 11. For high school, Ally attended Walnut Hill School for the Arts studying in voice and piano. Ally has performed in operas, solo recitals and with a band all over Massachusetts. One of her most notable performances was playing piano and singing at Carnegie Hall in the Crescendo International Competition. In addition, Ally has experience teaching both voice and piano lessons for years now and has worked with students of all ... + Moreages. Ally’s goal in her lessons is to develop a teaching style that will help each student grow and come to love music.

Amy Fryda | Voice

Amy Fryda has a Bachelor 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!

Carley Granick | Voice

Carley Granick is a teaching artist and theatre educator. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre Performance from Jacksonville University, where she also had the opportunity to study under songwriter and educator Drew Gasparini. Her professional experience spans performance, education, and directing. As a performer, she has appeared in productions including The Light in the Piazza, The Little Mermaid, Footloose, and Jekyll & Hyde. As a director, she has led multiple inclusive productions. Carley has also worked with organizations including Alhambra Theatre & Dining, The Upright Citizens Brigade, and the North Florida School of Special Education, where she served as a Theatre Arts ... + MoreTeacher and successfully started an after-school drama program. In her spare time, she enjoys a good cup of coffee, hiking, and sewing.

Wen Gu | Voice

Wen Gu, originally from Shanghai, China, now based in Massachusetts, teaches Piano and Voice with a Master's in Vocal Performance from Longy School of Music. She is a Classical Soprano. Her opera roles include Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni, Lucio Cinna in Lucio Silla, and Der Zweit Zofe in Der Zwerg. Recently, she has covered roles in Rusalka and Madama Butterfly at MassOpera and performed as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni Act 1 Finale. She has also performed as a soprano soloist in Beethoven’s Mass in C and in various oratorio settings. Having taken piano lessons since she was young and also through college, Wen is also an accomplished pianist. She believes music is a unique language for personal ... + Moreexpression and communication. She strives to instill joy and enthusiasm for music in her students, fostering a supportive and encouraging learning environment.

Casey Hennigan | Voice

Casey Hennigan was born in Norwood, Massachusetts, and grew up in New Mexico in a musical household. The daughter of Irish immigrants, Casey was raised with a deep appreciation for traditional Irish folk music, which became an early and lasting influence on her musical identity. Casey holds a Master’s degree in Music with an emphasis in Operatic Performance from the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Voice Performance from Eastern New Mexico University. Throughout her training and professional experience, Casey has enjoyed exploring all aspects of performance, both on and off the stage. During her time in Denver, she served as a stage manager ... + Morefor her university in her final year and performed as a member of Opera Colorado’s chorus. These experiences have given her a well-rounded perspective on the many facets of musical performance, collaboration, and the performing arts. Casey is passionate about helping students discover their own voices and develop confidence as performers.

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.

Louis Shriber | Voice

Louis Shriber is a New England based conductor, composer, singer and pianist. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in Jazz Performance in Voice and Composition from the University of Rhode Island and is currently pursuing a Masters in Choral Conducting from the New England Conservatory of Music. Louis performs a wide variety of music, including jazz, classical, contemporary, and pop, with multiple ensembles. He has played piano from a young age. He serves as Conducting Fellow for the NEC Prep Youth Choir and sings as a bass-baritone with Collegium Ancora. As a composer and arranger, Louis has had his works performed by multiple ensembles across New England, even having his choral work, “How ... + MoreCan I Learn to Love”, featured at the first Arlington Choral Festival in 2023. He has had numerous vocal arrangements of his be performed by groups all over the New England area.

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.

Lauryn VonAhnen | Voice

Lauryn VonAhnen is a songwriter, performer, and Berklee College of Music graduate originally from Kansas. Her enthusiasm for music began at a young age. She started taking piano lessons at seven, guitar at nine, and voice at eleven. In early high school, Lauryn started performing solo sets around Kansas City, playing frequently at restaurants, wineries, and local festivals. At Berklee, Lauryn studied Songwriting and led two bands, winning awards and receiving radio play for her original songs. After graduation, Lauryn moved to Nashville, where she continued to release original music, worked behind the scenes on a large-scale country tour, and started teaching private lessons. Now based back ... + Morein Boston, Lauryn is pursuing a career in the music industry while continuing to share her love of music with students. With experience as a performer, songwriter, and industry professional, she brings a well-rounded perspective to her teaching and enjoys helping students develop their musical skills while discovering their own creative voice. She is excited to share her knowledge and passion for music with new students!