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Dave Howsare: Dave started playing guitar at age 13. His education includes 2 years of formal classical guitar. He has been playing out since he was 16 years old. He teaches all styles of music. He has availability for all ages in his schedule. Some of his influences are: Hendrix, SRV, Van Halen, Stanley Jordon, Andreas Segovia, Brian Setzer, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, and BB King. Dave is currently performing with the Blue Moon Tour.
Kathy Petrullo: Kathy started playing flute and piano at an early age. Her education includes 2 years at Philadelphia College of the Performing Arts and she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Music Education at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. She has an emphasis in Music Therapy. She has taught in public and private schools. She has been private teaching for over 30 years and teaches all ages. She has extensive experience teaching children and adults with "special needs". Some of Kathy's musical influences include Rampal, James Galway, and her father. Kathy has performed in a variety of settings. She is currently performing in local musicals and with the Blue Moon Tour.
Vincent Smith: Vince has been playing since he started at age 9. In his 20 + years of playing he has performed in churches, musicals, rock/ pop bands, and marching bands. A highlight, recently was to open for the Vogues at Everett High School. As a teacher he has given drum clinics and exhibitions in the area.
Troy Daugherty: Troy has had music in his his life since he was a child. His first area of training was in voice. He studied voice in college and has his degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He has also studied Trumpet, Bass, and Guitar. With at least 20 yrs experience in each. He teaches all levels and ages. You can see Troy playing with the Fishertown Community Band and the Bedford Brass. He also plays guitar and sings around the area. His influences are Gospel, Country, Classic rock, Classical, and Jazz. One of his favorite groups is Rush.
Karin Ekstrand: Karin has been playing clarinet and saxophone for over 30 years. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Frostburg State in performance. She has performed everything from jazz to classical. She is also a member of the National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians since 1988.
Steve Petrullo: Steve started studying at an early age. He studied trombone, organ and piano. He also studied music theory in his early days. While in school he had opportunities to go to camps and schools for music during the summer. Steve went to Philadelphia College of the Performing Arts. He has performed in all size combos from duets to classical orchestras and jazz ensembles. Some of his influences are Bird, Dizzy, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, to name a few. Steve teaches Music Theory and Jazz Improvisation. He also teaches trombone, piano and organ.