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Amber Simpson - Piano Teacher
Amber Simpson has been teaching piano at the Guitar
Guild for several years now, and is a graduate of Rowan University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education,
as well as a Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Subject Matter Teaching for grades K-12, with a Piano Concentration. Amber
is pursuing a career in elementary general music in the public school system, but loves working with students one-on-one in
a private music lesson setting. She currently teaches a wide range of students of all ages and abilities, as well as
a Music Theory class, which runs periodically throughout the year based on enrollment. She believes in approaching music
from a serious academic standpoint, while making it fun and enjoyable for her students.
Amber teaches at The Guitar Guild Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Mike Howell -
Woodwinds
Mike Howell has
been teaching private lessons at The Guitar Guild for two years now. He holds a Bachelor of music in Music Education with
an instrumental emphasis from West Chester University. He currently teaches elementary and middle school band at Providence
Creek Academy Charter School in Clayton, DE. Mike feels that music can be played with a better feeling and meaning when it
is understood by the player better, and incorporates this philosophy into both his classroom teaching and private teaching.
If the player does not enjoy what they are playing or it does not have any meaning, they will ultimately become frustrated
and not want to continue. Mike strives to help his students truly understand their music and have fun doing just that.
Eileen - Voice
and Acting
Eileen
has been teaching at the Guitar Guild for two years and offers private singing lessons as
well as
private acting lessons and group acting classes. All ages and levels are welcome! Eileen tailors each lesson to fit the student's
experience and goals. She feels that proper technique presented in an entertaining way is the key to successful lessons.
She specializes in audition and performance preparation as well as introduction to singing for children as young as 5 years
old.
Eileen has been involved
in the arts since early childhood, landing her first professional musical theatre job at
age 16. She attended a performing arts high school, was involved in All-South and All-State Jersey choirs, and went on to obtain
a degree in Theatre Performance at Rowan University. She has won a great deal of awards and
competitions for vocal performance and acting, including The Governor School of the Arts vocal
award, several ACTF acting awards, and has held numerous pageant titles. Eileen's first love is performing, but has found
teaching to be one of the most rewarding experiences that one could ever have.
Eileen is available Mon-Thurs from 4pm to 8pm
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Warren
Wenger - Violin

Mr.
Wenger began has been playingviolin for over 40 years. He attendedthe Philadelphia Musical
Academywhere
he received a Bachelors ofMusic degree in Musical Performanceon the violin.Mr.
Wenger played in the LansdowneSymphony, the Philharmonic ofSouthern New Jersey
and with thePennsport String Band in Philadelphia.He plays in church
and professionallyfor weddings and special occasions. Mr. Wenger has been teaching music lessons
for over 30 years.
David Brown
Profession: Private Brass Instructor (trumpet, trombone slide and valve, baritone/euphonium, tuba)/
Education: Finishing up degree in Elementary Education from Rowan University, High School graduate of Delran High
School (2 time Western Burlington County Honors Band)Teaching Method: I believe that music is for everyone of all ages.
I adapt my curriculum to each student’s particular interest and level. There is no experience needed in my classroom
and I handle students of all ages and experiences.
Line
up:
Antonio--started
October, 2008 (5th grade)-recently joined school band, top seeded trumpet playerAndrew--started
July, 2008 (9th grade)-5 yrs. Experience on trumpet, 1 yr. experience on trombone (current
instrument)-1 time Olympic Conference Band (first tryout)-currently in training for All South Jersey Honors Band
Katie--started October,
2004 (7th grade)-5 yrs. Experience on trumpet, 3 yrs. Experience on baritone/euphonium (dual instrumentalist)-1
time Western Burlington County Honors Band-currently in training for All South Jersey Honors Band-section
leader Palmyra High School Marching Band
Matt--started July, 2004 (6th grade)-8 yrs. Experience trombone, 2 yrs. Experience on baritone/euphonium
(dual instrumentalist)-2 time Western Burlington County Honors Band-Drum Major for Maple Shade High School Marching Band-currently
in training for All South Jersey Honors Band

Michelle Rospopa - guitar/bass guitar/banjo
and drums
Michelle began studying guitar at the age of 9, eventually coming to The Guitar Guild in 1981 and after spending 11 years there, left to tour with her band Friendly Fire.
The band released two well-received indie albums and received a great deal of airplay on American college radio, as well as independent radio in Europe, Australia and Great Britain
In 1994, Michelle began teaching at The Guitar Guild, taking over for her teacher who had left to perform overseas.
She taught until 2001and in the meantime has taken courses and attended conferences on copyright law, music business management, music technology as well as music history and theory.
Michelle still performs in New York City with Friendly Fire and side project Five to Midnight, has composed music for several independent films and worked as a producer/engineer.
She is happy to be back at The Guitar Guild with the hope that she can pass on her knowledge and enjoyment of music to as many students as possible.
Michelle is also a member of The Songwriters Guild of America and BMI.
Check out some songs from Michelle's band Five to Midnight.
Melissa Mack -- Woodwinds
Melissa
Mack has been teaching private music lessons throughout the South
Jersey area for just over a year now. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Education with an instrumental concentration from West Chester University.
She currently teaches for Northeastern Music Programs, running band programs at several different private schools in
Southern New Jersey. Melissa believes that everyone can benefit from involvement with music and that everyone should
be given the opportunity to play an instrument. She tries to make lessons as educational as possible while still having
fun, becasue without the fun, the students will not gain anything from lessons. Melissa is currently available for lessons
with the Guitar Guild on Tuesday evenings,
with some flexibility for other evenings if necessary.