MMMA: Voice Faculty

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!

Galina Gao | Voice

Galina Gao is a singer-songwriter and pianist from China. She graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor Degree in Music majoring in Songwriting. She started piano lessons at the young age of four and has grown into a dynamic artist. She is a multi-instrumentalist and has been singing and playing piano throughout her high school and college years. Her musical style blends the sophistication of classical piano with the contemporary sounds of pop and R&B. She is an experienced teacher with experiences teaching in both private and school settings, and has taught both private piano and voice lessons for many years. As an educator, she is patient and wants to build a foundation while ... + Morenurturing the interests of all her students. As a musician, she considers herself an observer. Moments become a source of inspiration for her. The songs she creates are more like diaries, describing things she has experienced or moments she wants to record.

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.

Doohyun Jung | Voice

Doohyun Jung is a Vocalist and Pianist from Korea who completed her Master Degree in Vocal Performance in Boston and is currently devoted to nurturing the next generation of musicians. Recognized early for her musical talent, she graduated from Yewon School and Seoul Arts High School, prestigious institutions for young artists in Korea. She then graduated with honors from Seoul National University, one of Korea’s top universities, and went on to receive a scholarship to complete her Master Degree at Boston University. In addition to her studies in vocal performance, she minored in piano, allowing her to gain diverse musical experiences and a broader perspective on music. Doohyun has actively ... + Moreperformed in various competitions and has taken on lead roles in operas. Alongside her performing career, she teaches at several studios in Boston, where she is committed to developing future musicians. Her teaching philosophy is centered around making music enjoyable. She aims to help both children and adults view music not as a difficult task but as something that can be learned with joy, while still emphasizing the importance of building a solid foundation in musical technique. Her students have achieved remarkable success, with some gaining admission to gifted schools or young artist programs and winning in various competitions.

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.

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.

Preston Lydotes | Voice

Preston Lydotes is a pop/rock singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, & producer from Boston, MA. He received his Bachelor's Degree at Berklee College of Music – dual majoring in Songwriting and Independent Recording & Production, minoring in The Business of Live Music, and graduating Summa Cum Laude. Preston is a talented multi-instrumentalist. With voice, he specializes in Pop, Rock, Folk, R&B, and Musical Theater genres. Preston also plays the guitar & piano, often used to accompany his live singing. While growing up in North Reading, MA, he often participated in his schools' talent shows, choirs, and was the lead piano player in the jazz band. He is inspired by the likes of The Beatles, ... + MoreColdplay, Elton John, Phoebe Bridgers, and Noah Kahan. While in Boston these past few years, Preston has performed on stages solo & with a band, both locally and as far as Nashville, TN. In addition to gigging, he has been regularly releasing music for his solo artist project. Preston hopes to inspire all students to sing/play their hearts out, do it healthily, & have fun!

Michelle Murray | Voice

Michelle Murray is a singer and pianist from Walpole, Massachusetts. She is a classically trained mezzo soprano whose background is in musical theater and classical voice, though she also loves singing pop, rock and folk music. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Music, Vocal Performance with a Minor in French and Francophone Studies from Muhlenberg College in 2019. Michelle is also an accomplished pianist who began playing at the age of 5. For the last 3 years, she lived in Munster, Ireland, after receiving her Master Degree in Irish Traditional Music Performance from the University of Limerick in 2020. After graduating, Michelle taught Bachelor of Arts in Voice students at the Irish World ... + MoreAcademy, University of Limerick. She has also been performing frequently around Ireland in concerts and festival gigs with Irish band Seoid, and has enjoyed singing and playing flute and tin whistle in Irish music sessions. Her vocals were featured in an Olay advertisement in China. For Michelle, the best part of teaching is seeing her students delight in their own progress and accomplishments.

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.

Andrew Stack | Voice

Operatic Baritone and Voice & Piano Teacher Andrew Stack earned his Graduate Diploma in Voice from New England Conservatory, his Master’s in Voice Performance from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, and his Bachelor’s in Voice Performance from Westminster Choir College. Andrew has played piano since a young age learning from his jazz pianist Father. As a performer, Andrew recently was part of the world premiere cast of Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abel’s opera Omar, and performs with organizations such as Boston Lyric Opera, Spoleto Festival USA, and Carolina Performing Arts. An experienced teacher, Andrew has taught both voice and piano lessons. As a teacher, Andrew firmly ... + Morebelieves in modeling positive self-talk as often as possible, so that students learn to become their own biggest cheerleaders on stage, while practicing, and in every day life.

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.

Kathi Tarrant | Voice

Kathi Tarrant has been in the music business for over 30 years. Formerly based out of NYC, she performed at leading restaurants, luxury hotels and resorts around the world. Having originally received classical training in voice and piano at West Chester University, Kathi went on to perform renditions of jazz standards, show tunes, classic rock, pop and others. Composing emerged as she drew upon her experiential knowledge as a performer and mother. Kathi is also a church musician and enjoys bringing spirit into the hands of the people. Teaching since 2009, Kathi love to meet what her students crave and care about regardless of genre, purpose or style.

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.