United by a love for teaching, cello, and creating lasting connection through music.
Meet Our Team
Amy Villacorta
Chief Executive Officer & FounderFestival InstructorFavorite Composers: Tchaikovsky, Bach, and Debussy
Favorite Non-Classical Artists: Taylor Swift, Green Day, and Jack Johnson
Favorite Piece to Play: Sarabande from Bach Suite IV
Random Fact: I’m a total nerd for movie soundtracks!
Jaquell Hubner
Chief Operations Officer Festival InstructorFavorite Composers: Barber (modern but musical), Shostakovich (intensity!), Bach (because Bach)
Favorite Non-Classical Artists: Tate McRae and Ariana Grande
Favorite Piece to Play: Elegie by Faure, Grieg String Quartet 1 in G minor, mvt. IV
Random Fact: I started on violin but later switched to cello, mostly because I wanted an instrument you play sitting down.
Camila Paloma Hernandez
Administrative AssistantFestival InstructorFavorite Composers: Cassado for flare and drama, Bruckner for emotional relief, Poulenc to feel like a fairy
Favorite Non-Classical Artists: OLIVIA DEAN!!! Tame Impala and Babasonicos
Favorite Piece to Play: Bach Suite 3 and Trout Quintet by Schubert
Random Fact: I love Just Dance!! I might not be the best dancer, but it goes hard!
KatieRae Walker
Chief Marketing OfficerFestival InstructorFavorite Composers: Dvorak for emotional depth, Debussy for color, and Vivaldi for energy
Favorite Non-Classical Artists: Olivia Dean and RAYE
Favorite Piece to Play: Sarabande from Bach Cello Suite I
Random Fact: I love making custom playlists for family and friends based on how I experience their personality and our friendship - as if it had a sound.
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Regional InstructorJames Jordan
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Regional Instructor