Tia Nieuwsma

Tia Nieuwsma

Tia graduated from Dordt College in 2014 with a BA in Music Performance and Pedagogy. An avid vocalist and single-reed woodwind player, she has been studying music for over 15 years with a variety of teachers, and has experience in the Jazz, Musical Theatre, Praise, and Classical styles. Tia has done well a…

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Adrian Nolazco

Music has been a life long passion for Mr. Adrian Nolazco. A graduate of Nicholls State University, Mr. Nolazco has had a hand in various different event in South Louisiana. A saxophonist of 17+ years, he performed in various different ensembles at Nicholls including the Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Marchi…

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Devin Okey

Devin Okey

Devin Okey is an active Metro-Atlanta saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist and film/video game composer whose love for music in all its forms inspired him to share his skills and knowledge with others. Whether it’s in the classroom or on the band stand, Devin brings top tier work ethic and professionalism to …

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Aaron  Olson

Aaron has had a lifelong appreciation for music, which has led to almost 13 years of study and performance of all genres of music leading to a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree. Although his primary instrument is the trumpet, he can play and teach brass, percussion, piano and woodwind instruments. Thr…

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Michael Opitz

Michael  Opitz

Atlanta-based saxophonist Michael Opitz is a versatile musician equally at home in a jazz big band, the pit of a Broadway musical or an R&B group. He has performed with a number of artists including Tim Armacost, Wycliffe Gordon, Chantae Cann, Melvin Jones, Mike Burton, Joe Gransden, and Chinua Hawk. He can b…

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Christopher Otts

Christopher Otts

A native of Augusta, Chris Otts has been active on the music scenes of both Augusta and Atlanta since 2010. Chris is currently pursuing his degree in Saxophone Performance at Kennesaw State University under the direction of Sam Skelton. During his studies Chris has soloed or performed with numerous groups an…

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Erik Payton

A multi-instrumentalist, Erik is collegiately trained in every instrument including Winds, Strings, Percussion, Vocals, and Piano. During his time in school, Erik performed in the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band (on a variety of Instruments), Jazz band, Brass Ensemble, Marching Band, Choir, and performed as a s…

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Branden Peralta

Branden Peralta

Branden Xavier Peralta started his musical journey in 2014 attending a Conservatory for the Arts where he discovered a love for musicianship and the community it breeds. He began on Bb clarinet and has since expanded to a broad array of instruments, ranging the saxophone family, the clarinet family, piano, st…

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Alec Powell

Alec Powell is an accomplished musician and music educator with over 10 years experience working with students of all ages and abilities. Alec earned his masters degree in music education from Boston University in 2016 and earned a bachelors degree in saxophone performance and music education from the Eastman…

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Cody Puckett

Cody Puckett

Mr. Cody Puckett resides in the Four Corners area nested in Davenport, Clermont, Orlando, and Kississimme. He is currently a music educator in Polk County Public Schools, instructing students who are neurodiverse. He will be teaching piano, and saxophone lessons to all students and grade levels. He is fluent …

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