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I am Francis, the founder of Philnote Music Consult. A Musicologist, full-time Musician, Professional Pianist, Clarinetist, and Score Arranger. An experienced Music Director and Educator. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in music degree (B.A mus) from the department of music, University of Ibadan.

Mark A. Nokes earned his Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2005. He has performed in ensembles, as a solo guitarist, for film, and as a session guitarist. Mark has played many diverse styles of music on and off the stage including jazz, rock, rhythm and blues, blues, pop, and metal. He is the author of Modern Guitar Method: A Practical Approach.

I was born in Wales before emigrating to the USA in 2011. I am professional musician with over 30 years of teaching experience in a variety of areas. 'Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything'.

I have been fortunate to study with some of the best drummers around, including Jeff Ballard, Kendrick Scott, Dave Dicenso, John Ramsay, John Yarling, and more. I have also performed in several countries with my band and other projects. Countries include the US, Switzerland, England, France, Italy, India, and also Puerto Rico (part of the US, but still).

My name is Riccardo Gresino –Berklee College of Music Alumni- Piano and Keyboard Player with over ten years of experience performing and educating. A strong characteristic of my work is the ability to process the artist's message and translate it into sounds that convey exactly that feeling. In specifics, those can be harmonies, timbers, voicing, and melodies.

With over a decade of experience in music education, I've pursued both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Teaching and Performing Arts (Cello) from the esteemed Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan, graduating as an honor student. As the former Principal Committee member at Hamazkayin Music School, I oversaw the school's operations and contributed to its growth and success.

I’m Michael Thomas Andrews, a London-based conductor, composer, pianist, and educator. I’ve led large orchestras and massed choirs (up to 400 voices) in major venues including the Royal Albert Hall, collaborating with guest artists such as YolanDa Brown, The Kingdom Choir, and Keith & Kristyn Getty.

About Mike Stock My musical life has crossed many continents on my quest for knowledge. Prior to winning a Scholarship to study at the prestigious Grove School of Music in Los Angeles California, I worked extensively in the UK with well-known artists and shows. But my desire was always to learn from the best. I got my opportunity in 1991 when I won my scholarship.

BM in Guitar Performance Kennesaw State University, 2007 MM in Guitar Performance University of Texas at San Antonio, 2007-2010 ABD I grew up in Atlanta, GA and began playing guitar at age 12. In my late teens, I played in a variety of rock and jazz groups and began to take interest in classical music.

Guitarist, composer, and educator Manuel Barbará graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music with a double major in composition and performance. Manuel specializes in contemporary progressive rock and metal, advanced guitar technique, extended-range guitars, and contemporary post-tonal concert hall music.