Woodwinds

Judith elias, flute

• B.M.E.: Youngstown State University; Graduate study: Kent State University.

Studied flute extensively with Maurice Sharp and Raymond DeMattia. • Career highlight: performing with renowned organist, Todd Wilson at

Lake Erie College. • Teaching philosophy: to encourage students to achieve their optimal potential through correct practice techniques while enjoying music.

Lessons may include preparation for adjudicated events (contest), and auditions for placement or college.

Melissa wallace, oboe

• M.M: Kent State University; B.M: Baldwin Wallace University • Career highlight: Playing in the pit for “Carousel” at Rabbit Run Theater under the baton of a former Baldwin Wallace classmate.

“The best part about teaching for me is getting to watch students grow as musicians and people. My goal as a teacher is to foster an environment where students feel comfortable creating and exploring sound.”

chuck Baker, clarinet

• Graduate of Oberlin College (B.M.) and Case Western Reserve University (M.A.); private student of Robert Marcellus for many years. • High level of professional and amateur clarinet playing partnered with a full career in public school music teaching. • Teaching philosophy: to instill the joy of playing from the initial beginning lesson through the most advanced level using the Bonade/Marcellus technique.

ed Michaels, saxophone • Master of Music: Northwestern University; student of Dr. Fred Hemke. • Career highlight: the success of his students in Music Performance & Education.

“Music is a gift that has the power to bring people together and brighten the world.”