Our Distinguished Faculty

Learn from world-class musicians and educators who bring decades of performance and teaching excellence to every lesson

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Meet Our Faculty

Passionate educators and accomplished performers dedicated to nurturing your musical potential

Dr. Elena Vasquez

A Juilliard-trained concert pianist with over 20 years of performance and teaching experience, Dr. Vasquez has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. Her pedagogical approach blends rigorous classical technique with creative expression, and she has produced over 50 students who have gone on to professional careers in music.

22 years of experience

Dr. Elena Vasquez

Head of Piano & Woodwinds

Piano / Flute

Marcus Chen

A versatile guitarist and producer, Marcus has toured with Grammy-nominated artists and recorded on over 40 studio albums. His teaching philosophy emphasizes musical fluency across genres, encouraging students to develop their own artistic voice while building strong foundational skills.

18 years of experience

Marcus Chen

Guitar & Modern Music Director

Guitar / Keyboard

Prof. Ananya Sharma

A Sangeet Natak Akademi award-winning musician, Prof. Sharma is one of the foremost Indian classical violinists of her generation. Trained under legendary maestros, she bridges Eastern and Western musical traditions with rare depth and has performed at international festivals across 30 countries.

25 years of experience

Prof. Ananya Sharma

Head of Indian Classical Music

Violin / Hindustani Vocal

Sophie Laurent

A former principal soprano at the Paris Opera, Sophie brings world-class vocal expertise to Harmonic. Her students have been accepted at the Royal Academy of Music, Conservatoire de Paris, and major opera companies worldwide. She specializes in both classical and contemporary vocal techniques.

20 years of experience

Sophie Laurent

Vocal Studies Director

Voice

James Okafor

With roots in West African drumming traditions and a deep command of jazz, funk, and orchestral percussion, James brings an unmatched rhythmic vocabulary to his teaching. He has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra and maintains an active career as a session drummer.

16 years of experience

James Okafor

Percussion & Rhythm Studies

Drums / Percussion

Dr. Richard Hoffman

An award-winning composer whose works have been premiered by the Berlin Philharmonic and the Chicago Symphony, Dr. Hoffman brings an extraordinary depth of theoretical knowledge to Harmonic. He believes that understanding music theory unlocks limitless creative potential.

19 years of experience

Dr. Richard Hoffman

Music Theory & Composition Chair

Composition / Theory

Mei Tanaka

A former member of the Tokyo String Quartet, Mei is passionate about chamber music and collaborative musicianship. She coaches student ensembles with an emphasis on deep listening, musical dialogue, and the joy of shared performance.

17 years of experience

Mei Tanaka

Chamber Music & Ensemble Coach

Cello

David Kim

A pioneering figure in music technology education, David has worked with major recording studios and tech companies to develop innovative tools for musicians. He brings real-world production expertise and a passion for helping students harness technology creatively.

14 years of experience

David Kim

Music Technology & Production

Electronic Music / Production

Upcoming Masterclasses

Intensive workshops and masterclasses led by our distinguished faculty

The Art of Romantic Piano Interpretation
Masterclass

The Art of Romantic Piano Interpretation

with Dr. Elena Petrova

Explore the nuances of Chopin and Liszt with hands-on performance coaching. Open to intermediate and advanced piano students.

July 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

8 spots remaining

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Bow Technique and Tone Production
Masterclass

Bow Technique and Tone Production

with Prof. Rajesh Mehta

A deep dive into right-hand technique for string players of all levels. Bring your instrument and bow.

August 20, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

12 spots remaining

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Understanding Form: From Minuet to Sonata
Masterclass

Understanding Form: From Minuet to Sonata

with Dr. Ananya Iyer

Analyze and understand the structural foundations of Western classical music through guided score study.

August 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

15 spots remaining

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Join Our Distinguished Faculty

We're always looking for passionate, accomplished musicians and educators to join our team. If you share our commitment to musical excellence and student success, we'd love to hear from you.

  • Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling
  • State-of-the-art teaching facilities and instruments
  • Professional development and continued education support
  • Collaborative, supportive faculty community
  • Opportunities for performance and artistic growth