Faculty

Hoff-Barthelson faculty comprises some of the nation’s most distinguished performers and educators. Many hold chairs in prominent New York orchestras, are members of world-class chamber ensembles, perform in major Broadway productions, and are in international demand as solo artists. Others teach at leading conservatories including The Manhattan School of Music and Mannes College of Music. These superb musicians contribute to the School’s national recognition for unsurpassed excellence in music education. Hoff-Barthelson prides itself on providing access to these outstanding artist-educators in the heart of Westchester.

Derek Cooper

Instrument: Composition, Euphonium, Trombone, Trumpet

Area of Study: Chair, Composition and Musicianship, Compose Yourself! Project, Composition, Musicianship, Private Lessons

William Eckfeld

Instrument: Double Bass

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Donna Elaine

Instrument: Flute, Handbells, Piccolo, Recorder

Area of Study: Co-Director, Summer Arts Program, Director, Junior Flutes and Flute Club, Handbells, Musicianship, Private Lessons

Eliza Falk

Instrument: Voice

Area of Study: Beginner Voices, Chamber Choir, Junior Voices

Michael Finckel

Instrument: Cello

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Sue Fleishaker

Instrument: Double Bass

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Joan Forsyth

Instrument: Piano, Suzuki Piano

Area of Study: Chair, Piano Department, Private Lessons, Workshop Leader

Mia Fritze

Instrument: French Horn

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Ming-Fung Fung

Instrument: Piano, Suzuki Piano

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Leandro Gazineo

Instrument: Conducting, Director of Orchestral Programs

Area of Study: Festival Orchestra, Musicianship, Saturday Orchestra Program