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Ellena Arden - Director/Piano Ellena graduated from Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont, CA in 2003 with two Bachelors degrees. BM in Music Piano Performance and a BA in Child Psychology. Ellena began her private piano studies at the age of four, and two years later was admitted to the San Francisco Conservatory of Music Prep Division. Her first public appearance was at the age of nine, when she placed as a finalist at the Grand Piano Young Artisits Showcase in Palo Alto. She went on to win second place at the Bela Bartok Piano Competition the following year. From 1991 to 1998, Ellena studied piano performance with internationally renowned pianist Daniel Glover. During this time, she performed in numerous recitals in the Bay Area and for four consecutive years in the Russian Festival. Ellena's participation in competitions has yielded her several awards including Third Place in the Piano Concerto Division at the 1998 US Open Piano Competition. After graduating from Notre Dame de Namur University she went on to earn her Masters of Arts in Music Therapy at the University of Pacific in Stockton where she will be gradutating in the Fall of 2011. Bebe Galovich-Dennis - Piano Music has always been a major part of my life! I can’t imagine living without it! I had a rich heritage of music on both sides of my family. From singing, to playing the piano, and having a variety of instruments, I grew up with it in our home. My mother and grandmother both played and taught piano. At 11 months I would reach up to the piano keys and try to play. After awhile, my mother started teaching me. After graduating from college with a Theology Degree, I went on to Azusa Pacific University for a BA in Music Education, then on to Golden Gate Seminary for a Masters degree in Church Music with concentration in voice, piano, and conducting. I was then asked to set up a music department at a college in the Bay area, where I led and taught for many years. I have been singing concerts and leading and accompanying for worship services for a number of years. Now I have been teaching private piano at Stockton School of Music since 2007. Music is truly the “Language of the Soul” that crosses every boundary of culture, language, and human emotion! Palmira Turbetti-Motto - Voice/Piano Pam Turbetti-Motto has taught voice, piano, and accordion for over 25 years and has been singing professionally since her teens. She graduated from Delta College with two AA degrees in Humanities and Liberal Arts. Currently she attends UOP and will graduate in the fall with a Bachelor's Degree in Music performance. Palmira has been under the tutelage of Monica Swope, Michael Sokal, Burr Phillips, and Lynelle Wiens. Presently she serves as an organist and cantor at St Mary's Anglican Church in Manteca. She enjoys guiding her students in finding their own voice and exploring various genres. Palmira has been with Stockton School of Music since 2010. Stephen Coss - Drums Since the age of 6, Stephen Coss has been studying music. He has a wide range of experience on many instruments including piano, flute, drums, and saxophone. In addition to his studies, Stephen has played with many great artists such as Bobby Watson, Christian McBride, Dan Brubeck, and many more. Stephen has been teaching in the Stockton community for several years. He earned a Bachelors degree in Jazz studies at the University of Pacific and graduated at the top of his class. He is currently pursuing his Masters degree in Music Education at the University of Pacific and will receive a teaching credential in the Fall of 2011. Phil Lemon - Electric / Acoustic Guitar Phil began playing the guitar in 2001 under the instruction of William Liedorf and Jim Damiano. Since that time, he has progressed through several genres of music including rock, pop, folk, blues, and jazz. Through his education at Delta College, Philip discovered his affinity for classical guitar repertoire. Prior to receiving his degrees in music performance and elementary education, Philip has had the opportunity to participate in masterclasses with such notable performers as David Chapman, The Brazilian Quartet, Sharon Isbin (Julliard), and Benjamin Verdery (Yale). |
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