Our Teachers





Dina Paolucci – founder, classical pianist, teacher. Mrs. Paolucci is a winner of many International piano competitions and a graduate of legendary Russian Gnessins`Music Academy in Moscow, Russia. After graduation Mrs. Paolucci was accepted as a full scholarship student at Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY that she graduated from with a Master of Music degree. In the last several years, Mrs. Paolucci`s focus has been on music education. Today she is a proud founder and artistic director of the Art of Piano Playing Music School.





Vesela – piano teacher, an active soloist, collaborative artist and chamber music performer. She participated in numerous concerts, both in Bulgaria and in the USA, including a concert at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. In addition to her development as a professional pianist, Vesela has always been interested in the theoretical part of musical studies and music research. She conducted researches on different topics, concerning piano teaching and piano performance problems. A passionate admirer of Liszt’s piano music, Dr. Vesela devoted her Doctoral Dissertation to his works and particularly to “The Devil’s Theme in Liszt’s Piano Music”. For her achievements as a pianist and scholar in 2002 Vesela was awarded a membership in the Pi Kappa Lambda, the National Music Honors Society in the United States. Devoted piano teacher and accompanist, Vesela has served as faculty at Brooklyn College/Conservatory Preparatory Center for the Arts, “Encore” Music Lessons and Lucy Moses Music School in Manhattan. Vesela holds a Bachelor and a Master of Music degrees in Piano Performance from the Bulgarian Music Academy in Sofia where she studied with one of the best piano professors in Bulgaria-Prof. Snezana Barova (student of Heinrich Neuhaus); Master of Music degree from the University of South Florida and Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in Piano Performance from the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

Christian– is a French composer, conductor and music educator. Born in Paris, he followed his family from country to country growing up in France, the Dominican Republic, the UK and Australia. His first instrument was classical guitar although his taste grew to span many genres from classical, to jazz, to British indie rock, to pop and progressive metal. A prolific composer, Christian has received many accolades for his work. In addition, Christian has had commissions and been performed by some of the world’s most cutting edge groups and ensembles. In 2023 Christian became a winner of the prestigious BMI composer award.





Glenna – piano and violin teacher. Glenna has been studying violin and piano for 16 years and been teaching since high school with students ranging from ages 5-17. With a strong belief that music is a great addition to any child’s education Glenna is dedicated to instilling a love of music in her students while they also learn the technical aspects so they can make music. Glenna received her Bachelors in Music Performance at Boston University and is currently pursuing her Masters in Performance at New York University.





Alexandra – piano and voice teacher, graduated from Ithaca College School of Music in 2013, and since has been happily teaching piano to students as young as 3 years old. In addition to her lessons being chocked full of playing music, lessons concentrate on developing skills for emotional wisdom and well being, which is the key to motivation, self discipline, and organization. Students have a great time playing music while they are encouraged to breathe through the challenging parts and to enjoy when it feels slow. Students discover their own passions in and through music, they work hard, they work smart, and yes, they smile too, especially at Alexandra’s bad jokes! Alexandra also teaches voice lessons, as an add on to regular piano lessons for students under 13, and for half an hour to an hour for students older than 13.

Efraim is a Brazilian born professional pianist, keyboard player, piano instructor, music composer and music producer with a B.A. degree in Music Composition, with 15+ years of experience as a full time musician both nationally and internationally. Efraim taught group lessons, private lessons, beginner-intermediate-advanced levels to all age groups, from children to senior citizens and absolutely loves to help others expand and grow in their musicianship!





featured teachers

Elisabetta – piano and flute/recorder teacher. Born and raised in Rome, Italy, from an early age immersed herself in musical and classical education. She received her Classical Lyceum Diploma majoring in Music and English. In 1984 she attained her Masters Degree in Piano Performance & Music Teaching. In 1992, Elisabetta received her Certification from the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a Teaching Diploma For Musical Education in all Italian schools abroad, in English speaking countries, having passed rigorous music and English exams after a minimum of five years teaching experience. Elisabetta is a talented music instructor who developed a long career teaching music in public and private schools in Rome, Italy. She provided music education instruction, encompassing practice of an instrument, history of music, and music theory. Elisabetta always maintained a sharp and consistent focus on correlating music to academics by developing students in discipline and concentration. For family reasons in 1999 Elisabetta moved to New York and joined her husband’s printing firm. She served clients in academic, non-profit and corporate concern. During this time she still maintained private lessons and practice in New York City throughout these years to children and adults alike. Some of her students came from The Martha Graham School, Neighborhood Playhouse and opera singers. Elisabetta is a proficient piano and music theory teacher and is also very competent in teaching the recorder flute.





Arianna (piano, audition prep)  is an award-winning musical theatre writer, playwright, director and long-time teaching artist.  M.F.A., NYU Tisch School of the Arts; B.A. Theatre & Music, Bucknell University; BMI-Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Writing Workshop alumna; Certified Music Improvisation Instructor.   Her many teaching and writing credits include PBS, Disney, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, TADA!  Childrens Theatre,  the Metropolitan Opera Guild, and multiple performing arts centers in South Florida.  She has taught children and adults for over 25 years in piano, voice, theatre, and visual arts all over the country.  Proud member of  Maestra, Musician’s Union Local 802,  ASCAP, and The Dramatists Guild.  She has devoted her life to the arts and to ‘passing it on’.  A certified Music Improvisation Instructor with Music for People, Inc., Arianna has led countless percussion circles and music workshops.  Her students have written music, lyrics, created instruments, and developed a holistic relationship with music so that it is their friend for life

Claudia (piano, recorder)-holds a Master of Arts in Recorder Performance from the Conservatory of Music in Geneva, Switzerland (2004). She also earned a diploma in Early Music from the same conservatory in 1998, and in Music education by the University in Bogotá (Colombia, 1992). She has performed and taught in Europe, US and South America. She has recorded with the Ensemble Elyma conducted by Gabriel Garrido (Switzerland-1997), Musica Ficta (Colombia-2007), and the group that she founded in 2006, Esfera Armoniosa  (Colombia, 2009, and 2015).  She lived in  California for ten years and being there she was a  guest conductor at several Recorder Workshops, she served as a member of the faculty of the SFEMS, and played as a soloist in the different Baroque music Festivals in Santa Cruz, and San Jose. She has cooperated with ensembles like the California Bach Society, the American Bach Soloists, and the Farallon Recorder Quartet. As a teacher, she has more than 30 years of experience teaching in all levels and preparing students for the ABRSM certificate. Claudia was part of the faculty in the Community School and Music and Arts in Mountain View until she returned to Florida on June 2021. Currently, she combines her teaching private studio lessons in Piano and Recorder with creating projects related to diffusion and promotion to the Early Music in Colombia, and Florida. 

Margit (Ms Zizi) –has 22 years of classroom teaching experience in Grades K-8. She has been an instructor in a variety of educational settings in the USA, India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE. Margit’s first love is music. She began her classical piano training at age 8. She has given private music lessons on and off for more than 35 years and had the opportunity to teach music full time in South India. Margit plays piano and guitar. She likes to sing, and she performs at local folk music gatherings whenever possible. Currently Margit teaches group and private piano classes in Palm Beach Florida.

Sam is a musician, performer and music teacher. He received his undergraduate degree in vocal performance from Hofstra University, and he received his Master’s of Music in Voice from The Mannes School of Music. Sam coached and tutored his students in voice, piano, and music theory. Over the years, Sam has also tutored children with special needs in math, science, and various other academic subjects, and catered to each student’s individual needs. Sam believes that through compassion, empathy, hard-work, and a safe artistic environment, anything is possible for the aspiring musician or student to achieve.

Aba is a talented multi instrumentalist, music producer, performer, composer and teacher. He has been teaching piano and other instruments to students of different ages and levels. Aba is an actively involved music teacher. His dedication to the art of teaching is evident through his student’s joy and love for music!

Born and raised in South Florida, Gina is a triplet, local songwriter, musician, and music teacher. She studied at Ocean’s Edge University specifically in Modern Music with a focus on guitar and vocal studies. She teaches and plays ukulele, guitar, piano, and vocals. Her, her husband, and new baby reside in Palm Beach County. 

Megan has a background in music, writing, and event promotions. As a performer, Megan has played at many local venues and theaters as both a classical and contemporary performer, including Steinway Hall in New York City. Her vocals and original music have been featured in film and on stage. Megan has published articles on music, travel, education, and art activism, and her award-winning thesis comparing and contrasting the music of Disney and Japanese anime gained national attention. As an event coordinator, Megan has assisted in producing shows at top venues across South Florida. She holds a Masters Degree in Piano Performance, graduating summa cum laude.