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.

Robert Schwartz

Instrument: Cello, Conductor

Area of Study: Chamber Orchestra, Private Lessons, Summer Arts Program, Young People's Symphonette

Peter Seidenberg

Instrument: Cello, Suzuki Cello

Area of Study: Artistic Director, Music of Our Time Festival, Private Lessons

Gili Sharett

Instrument: Bassoon, Contrabassoon

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Steven Sherts

Instrument: French Horn

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Daniel Spitzer

Instrument: Bass Clarinet, Clarinet

Area of Study: Clarinet Club, Private Lessons

Rolf Sturm

Instrument: Electric Bass, Guitar, Jazz Bass, Jazz Guitar

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Terry Szor

Instrument: Trumpet

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Katsura Tanikawa

Instrument: Piano

Area of Study: Private Lessons

Oldrich Teply

Instrument: Piano

Area of Study: Private Lessons, Summer Arts Program

Delana Thomsen

Instrument: Piano

Area of Study: Private Lessons