Our Distinguished 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.

Lila Ainsworth

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: Cello, Suzuki Cello

Andrea Saposnik

Area of Study: Private Lessons, Vocal Workshops

Instrument: Voice

Jon Menges

Area of Study: Summer Arts Program

Instrument: Technology

Naseer Ashraf

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: Piano

Stefan Vasnier

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: Jazz Piano, Piano

Hanako Yamagata Greenberg

Area of Study: First Instrument Classes, Private Lessons, Summer Arts Program

Instrument: Piano

William Eckfeld

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: Double Bass

Laura Giannini

Area of Study: Chamber Music, Private Lessons

Instrument: Suzuki Violin, Violin

Steven Sherts

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: French Horn

Jonathan Greenberg

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Instrument: Baritone, Bass Trombone, Euphonium, Trombone, Tuba