Instrument(s) Taught:      Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Voice

Location:      Waukesha

I am most comfortable with this age group:      10 – 18

Preferred Virtual Platform:     zoom

Bio

Amber Seebach is a dedicated vocal and string music educator with a lifelong passion for music and youth development. She began playing violin in first grade and quickly expanded her musical journey to include vocal performance through high school and university choir. Over the years, she has been a musician with the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra and the University of Wisconsin Whitewater Symphony Orchestra, experiences that deepened her technical skill and artistic expression. With a strong background in both music and education, Amber brings a nurturing and engaging approach to teaching. Her experience as a camp counselor, lifeguard, and swim instructor has shaped her ability to connect with kids of all ages, creating a positive and inspiring learning environment. She believes in the power of music to build confidence, foster creativity, and bring people together. Outside the classroom, Amber enjoys spending time at the beach, reading, connecting with friends, and relaxing with her cat. She is committed to making music education accessible, meaningful, and fun for every student she works with.

Music Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

Teaching Experience:

Amber just finished her last semester at UW-Whitewater and graduated in May of 2025. During her last semester she student taught orchestra at Kettle Moraine Middle School and choir at Milton High School/Middle School. She has given violin lessons for the School District of Menomonee Falls. Starting in the fall of 2025, she will be the Choir Director at Menomonee Falls High School and Middle School. Music2500 Teaching License certifies Amber to teach instrumental, vocal, and general music.

Styles Taught:

Classical, pop, fiddle, musical theatre

Methods Taught:

Essential Elements or Sound Innovations (if the student plays in school orchestra Amber will use method book the school uses.) Suzuki and WSMA Repertoire Solfège Kodaly Method (voice)

Instrument Taught:     Cello

Location:     Waukesha

I am most comfortable with this age group:    Young Beginner-Advanced

Bio

Born and raised in coastal Maine, David Sieracki moved to Wisconsin to study at Lawrence University Conservatory of Music in Appleton, Wisconsin and received his Master’s degree in cello performance from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. In addition to teaching, David enjoys playing chamber music and performing with orchestras in the area as well as performing at private events. David has training in the Suzuki method for starting young and beginning students as well as extensive training in the standard classical repertoire. David is passionate about inspiring students with the great repertoire of the cello as that is what inspired him to pursue music as a career and values teaching his students about the history of the music they are learning. Outside of his cellistic endeavors, David loves following sports as well as anything cultural such as watching theatre and listening to jazz.

Music Education:

Bachelors Lawrence University Conservatory of Music Master’s Degree UW-Milwaukee

Styles Taught:    Classical

Methods Taught:

Mix of Suzuki Method for young beginners/ standard classical (flexible based on needs/student experience)

Instrument(s) Taught:      Cello, Violin, Viola

Location:      Waukesha

I am most comfortable with this age group:      All Ages

Bio

Irena recently graduated from UWM with a BA in Music with cello as her primary instrument and voice as a secondary. She grew up learning violin in Suzuki lessons, and was self-taught on the cello until getting to college. Irena loves all things music and grew up in dance lessons, singing in choirs and musical theater, and playing strings in her school orchestra and a variety of instruments in band when she could fit it into her schedule. For Irena, music is both a career and a hobby, as she enjoys Salsa dancing and learning additional instruments in her free time.

Music Education:

BA Music – UWM

Teaching Experience:

Irena currently is a strings teacher with El Sistema in Waukesha and a dance teacher in the Mad Hot Rhythm program through Danceworks.

Instruments Taught: Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano

Location: Brookfield

Instrument(s) Taught:      Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Electric Bass, Music Theory

Location:      West Bend

I am most comfortable with this age group:     All ages.

Bio

Ryan Erdmann is a professional electric bassist, double bass player, and dynamic music educator who teaches 5th and 6th grade orchestra in West Bend, Wisconsin. He has multiple years of experience teaching applied instrument lessons on guitar, bass, drums, and orchestral strings. Outside of education, he performs a variety of musical genres, ranging from classical, to jazz, and to different styles of rock music. Performance highlights include events with the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra, Murphy’s Law, and an album credit on Michael Murphy’s debut album, Indigo Jones. Outside of performing and teaching, Ryan enjoys football, baseball, and various tabletop games.

Music Education:

Lawrence University Bachelors of Music – Instrumental/General Music Education & Music Theory Graduated December 2022.

Teaching Experience:

Orchestra Director – West Bend School District for 5th and 6th Grade Orchestra. 2023-present Private Lesson Instructor for Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums, Music Theory, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass. 2018-present Rock Infused Orchestra Bass & Violin Coach. 2023-present Mile of Music Education Team Member. 2023-present Music Teacher – Neenah Joint School District for 6th Grade Choir and Orchestra. 2023-2023. Heid Music Rock-U Coach. 2022-2023

Styles Taught:

Classical, jazz, rock, pop, country, alternative.

Methods Taught:

Ryan has experience implementing Sound Innovations, Essential Elements, and Hal Leonard curriculum for all instruments taught. Ryan also will develop and implement curriculum tailored to the needs and wishes of his students. Ryan enjoys following the Suzuki method of instruction and has plans to become a certified instructor of this method in the near future.

Instrument(s) Taught:      Violin, fiddle, viola, cello

Location:      Brookfield

I am most comfortable with this age group:      All ages; beginners- advanced; adult beginners

Preferred Virtual Platform:      Zoom

Bio

Tricia Fairman Riley is a violinist and fiddler based in MIlwaukee, Wisconsin. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, music has taken her on a journey to the Pacific Northwest, and back to the Midwest. Ms. Riley teaches a variety of styles and genres of fiddle and violin playing, including classical strings, jazz, Irish, Scottish and Americana fiddle. She incorporates a Suzuki-style teaching approach, believing that all children -and students of every age – can. A favorite complement from a 10yo student is she is “firm, but nice” in her teaching approach; meaning Ms. Riley won’t let you off the hook on scales, but will reward that effort with teaching your favorite song. Ms. Riley’s musical journey started at 8yo when she was gifted a violin for her birthday. She studied string pedagogy at The Ohio State University with Drs. Kai Hui Tan and Robert Gillespie, receiving her Bachelor’s in Music Education in 2009. Ms. Riley is passionate for contemporary and new music, and loves discovering new or little known composers. She is an Irish and Scottish fiddler, performing and recording with Ockham’s Razor (Seattle, WA 2016-2023). Ms. Riley performs and teaches workshops in Irish and Scottish fiddle stylings at community cultural festivals. She currently performs with new Milwaukee country band, Prime Country MKE.

Music Education:

Bachelors, Music Education Focus: String Pedagogy The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)

Teaching Experience:

Independent violin/fiddle teacher (2009-present) Ethos Music Center, Portland, OR (2013-2018) Metropolitan Youth Symphony, Strings Coach, Portland, OR (2014-2020) Michelle Tuesday Music School, Gahanna, OH (2011-2013)

Styles Taught:

Classical strings Suzuki-focused Fiddle (Americana, Irish, Scottish) Jazz

Methods Taught:

Suzuki Traditional