Bosse School of Music

The Leader in Contemporary Music Education!

Ron Bosse, Guitar & Saxophone: Ron Bosse holds a degree in Professional Music with a focus in guitar performance and jazz composition from Berklee College of Music. Ron has performed throughout the United States and Canada with numerous jazz legends including Dave Liebman, Bob Moses, Gary Thomas, George Garzone, Rick Margitza, Bob Mintzer and Jerry Bergonzi. He has performed at Tanglewood, Seiji Ozawa Hall, The Litchfield Jazz Festival, Regatabar, Symphony Hall and The Boston Globe jazz Festival. In addition to private teaching, Ron is an avid clinician having given presentations on improvisation and composition at Cleveland State University, Temple University, Bridgewater State College and the NAJE conference. To learn more about Ron, click here!

Roisin Gerdin, Piano:  Pianist Roisin Gerdin grew up in the Berkshires, summer home for the Boston Symphony Orchestra and cultural mecca for many outstanding artists and musicians. It is there where she cultivated her craft until eventually enrolling at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. At Berklee, Roisin immersed herself in the vibrant Boston music scene while furthering her abilities as a pianist and composer. Since graduating, Roisin has been active recording and performing with many great musicians. She currently works with renowned composer Thomas Mckinley and owns her own production company. Roisin graduated from Berklee College of Music with a degree in Film Scoring. To learn more about Roisin, click here!
Stephen Connoly, Guitar: Fresh off the road touring with a national indie rock act playing brass and keyboards, Stephen Connolly is a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music(May 2009) with a focus in guitar and a Bachelor's Degree in Jazz Composition (magna cum laude).  Stephen is a two-time winner (2005, 2006) of the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival High School Solo Guitar Competition and a recipient of the Berklee College of Music North American Scholarship (2006) for guitar performance.  With strong fundamentals in Classical, Blues, Rock and Jazz guitar styles, Stephen demonstrates his versatility as a musician, composer, and artist through frequent performance on stringed, keyboard, and brass instruments, home recording and production, orchestration and arranging, as well as involvement with local and national interdisciplinary art projects.
Nick Mainella, Saxophone, Piano & Winds: Originally from Haverhill, MA, Nick’s whole life has been teaching and making music between MA and NH. Nick just received my Master's Degree in Jazz Saxophone from Western Michigan University and also holds a Bachelor's Degree in classical music from the University of New Hampshire. There he had the great opportunity of performing and studying with many of his musical heroes such as, Clark Terry, James Moody, Jimmy Heath, Ray Brown, Jeff Clayton, Jeff Hamilton, Benny Greene, Billy Peirce, and Branford Marsalis!  Nick has much experience teaching privately and in classroom settings.  Teaching saxophone, woodwinds piano as well as jazz and classical theory.  Last year, Nick taught at Lake Michigan College this year running their jazz program and teaching private lessons and group classes and was also a graduate assistant at Western Michigan, teaching college level classes and private lessons.  Private teaching has become a passion of Nick’s throughout the years and he continues to help mold tomorrows future musicians here at Bosse School of Music. Nick’s friendly attitude and personal approach make studying instruments fun, challenging and rewarding! To learn more about Nick, click here!
Tom Barry, Guitar: A graduate of the presitigious Berklee College of Music with a degree in Music Production and Engineering, Tom Barry has performed throughout the east coast playing a variety of styles from rock to reggae to funk as lead guitarist for the Boston based group, The Charlie River Band. In addition to being an inspirational and versatile guitarist and teacher, he is also a professional Recording Engineer who has conducted and lead many recording projects from students to professionals. To learn more about Tom, click here!
Amber Newton, Voice & Piano: Amber Newton is a graduate of Berklee College of Music where she earned a dual major in Vocal Performance and Music Business/Management.  She has spent the last fourteen years taking voice lessons both privately and at the college level and has had the opportunity to study under a number of extremely diverse and talented instructors.   Her performances have ranged from Boston's Symphony Hall at the age of eleven, participating in an a cappella group comprised of Berklee students at the Boston Opera House, and fronting a ten-piece band for her senior recital at Berklee.  She spent a few years while in college performing around New England with a southern rock band but specializes in r&b, folk, and blues.  Amber has also completed several music business related internships ranging from college radio promotion to the director of marketing for Berklee's student run record label, Heavy Rotation Records.  

Mike Stavitz, Drums, Horns and Ensemble: 

Mike Stavitz graduated Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music with a Degree in Music Education in 2005.  He has done several national tours with Vanguard recording artists, “The Alternate Routes” and has shared billings with: Gavin DeGraw, Ani DiFranco, Collective Soul and Pete Seeger.  He has performed on Fox, NBC, and on National Public Radio’s “Acoustic Café” as well as in top venues all over the country, some of which include: Bowery Ballroom (NY), House of Blues (Chicago),  930 Club (DC) , Paradise (Boston) and Slims (San Francisco).  Mike believes in “playing for the song” and strives to make every musician he plays with have fun.  He has a strong background in both rock and jazz styles, as well as knowledge of Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Percussion. “We all sort of work in the ‘Toy Department’ of life as musicians and that’s something to be really grateful for.”

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Randy Cloutier: Percussion, Drums:  Randy Cloutier graduated Cum Laude from the presigious Berklee College of Music with a Degree in Music Performance.  From casinos to cruise ships, Randy has performed extensively in and around the New England area, and throughout the Caribbean and has studied with Alan Dawson, Skip Hadden, John Hazilla, Joe Hunt, Robert Kaufman, Ed Saindon (vibraphone), & more! He has performed with artists such as: Saxophonist Ernie Watts, Trombonist John Fedchock, and Drummer Sherrie Maricle during performances at various International Association of Jazz Educator's (IAJE) Conference.  Randy composed and recorded and original Latin Jazz CD with pianist Dean Marcellana, and Berklee bass faculty, Oscar Stagnaro. As a freelance artist, Randy performs extensively with local groups, as well as musical theatre shows. Randy has a strong background in rock, jazz, blues, latin, big band, and funk styles.  To learn more about Randy, click here!

Adam Tiro, Guitar: Guitarist Adam Tiro is a graduate of Berklee College of Music where he had the opportunity to study with guitarists Joe Musella, Julian Kasper and Scott Johnson. In addition to teaching, Adam is lead guitarist and singer for the rock/blues trio "Mojofilter" which has performed at various clubs and venues throughout the Boston area. To learn more about Adam, click here!

Trina Aitken, Voice: As a graduate of Boston's renowned Berklee College of Music, Trina had the opportunity to be instructed by many talented and inspirational singers such as Lisa Thorson, Dale Pfeiffer and Jeff Ramsey. During her songwriting/performance and student teaching courses, Trina was able to gain valuable insight from Songwriters such as Livingston Taylor and James Kachulis. Trina is the director and co-founder of the Bosse School of Music. A dedicated educator, Trina focuses on the overall musicianship of her students; and stresses the importance of ear training and harmonizing as well as vocal technique. In addition to teaching private lessons, she offers many innovative group classes and programs including “Contemporary Music Theory”, “A Cappella workshop” and “Vocal Techniques for today’s Singer” She prides herself on connecting and bringing out the best in each of her students, regardless of their experience. As a professional performer, she’s been writing and performing as half of the successful Ron Bosse/Trina Aitken Duo since 2002. Offering Jazz, Blues, soulful originals and innovative arrangements of Rock classics, the duo boasts an eclectic repertoire.  To learn more about Trina, click here!
Matt Graber, drums, piano & brass: Matt Graber graduated from the Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor’s Degree in drumset performance and is currently in his final year of graduate school to earn his Master’s in Music Education from the Boston Conservatory.  He performs regularly in the Boston area as a member of original rock bands “Sarah RabDAU & Self-Employed Assassins” and “Mascara,” with both bands releasing albums in 2009.  Matt teaches piano, brass and all modern drumset styles such as rock, jazz, and funk, with an emphasis on playing musically and expressively.  Matt welcomes all levels from complete beginners to the most advanced, and he enjoys helping all students achieve their musical goals.

Darrell Loud, Guitar: Darell Loud holds a Bachelor's of Music Degree from Umass Boston where he had the opportunity of studying with some of Boston's finest musicians. Well versed in a variety of styles including jazz, blues and rock, Darell is a versatile performer and equally impressive educator. Darell is dedicated to bringing the best out of his students, and stresses the importance of versatility and having an open mind. To learn more about Darrell, click here!

Sara Azriel Schaub, Voice & Piano: Sara is a singer/songwriter and pianist who has been performing, recording, and working as a session musician for the past ten years. Recently having moved back to Boston after 7 years in Los Angeles, Sara is working on her debut record. She thrives on helping to instill a deep enjoyment of and dedication to music. She takes a holistic approach to teaching which includes emphasis on theory, improvisation, ear training, emotional interpretation, and music history in addition to song mastery. Sara received her degree in Professional Music from Berklee College of Music in 2001 and later studied audio recording at Musician's Institute in Hollywood. She loves teaching all styles and levels of music.
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Justin Tolan, guitar: As a teenager, guitarist Justin Tolan was featured in Guitar Player Magazine as one of the bright young stars of guitar. He was later invited by producer extraordinaire Mike Varney of Shrapnel Records to record for his label. Since then, Justin graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music with a degree in Professional Music. Justin is currently a member of the band "Ribs" and "Mordecai Shred", and is working on his first full-length studio release.
Hyun-Jung Kwon (Krista), Piano & Flute:  A Native of Seoul, Korea, pianist & flutist Krista has recently graduated from Boston University with a Performance Diploma. She has received both her Bachelors and Masters degrees at the Peabody Institute of the John Hopkins University where she studied with Marina Piccinini. Krista is a winner of numerous competitions including the 2008 Doriot Anthony Dwyer Flute Merit Award, Baltimore Music Club Competition in 2005, and Heida Hermanns International Woodwind competion in 2003. She was one of the finalists in the 2003 and 2002 National Symphony Orchestra Young Soloist's Competition, where she was awarded the Milton W. King Memorial Certificate. In the past summers, Krista has participated in the 2004 Pacific Music Festival and the 2003 Aspen Music Festival. Former teachers include Mark Sparks and Emily Skala. Krista is currently pursuing her DMA program at Boston University.

Leanne Greenman: Voice & Piano: Leanne holds a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Vocal Music from Berklee College of Music, and has had the opportunity to study with world renowned musicians an artists in the industry. Leanne has classical, conservatory training prior to her Berklee career, and diversely draws from a wide range of contemporary influences in Metal, Rock, Classic Rock, Pop, Folk, and Musical Theater. Her experience includes, A Cappella Ensemble from 1996-2002,  Adelphi University's Matriculation Singer 2002-2004, as well as professional Rock band, "Kokopelli" from Boston, MA 2006-2008. Leanne's awards have included: NYSSMA - (New York State School Music Association) 1995-2002, All National Choir Competition - 1998-2002, All County Music Competition - 1995-2002, Cultural Arts Festival Winner - 2000-2001, BEST Music Scholarship Award - 2005-2008. Leanne encourages versatility and always leads students in a new direction. She has a strong foundation in many different and unique styles of music, and longs to share her dynamic views with aspiring students who want to come in and have some fun!  To learn more about Leanne, click here!

Tim Whelan, Acoustic and Electric Bass:  A Boston native, Tim Whalen studied with some of Boston's finest musicians such as Whit Browne, John Lockwood, Dave Clark, John Repucci, Anthony Vitti, Danny Morris, and Jeff Covell, just to name a few. Tim is well versed in a variety of styles including jazz, classical, funk, blues, pop, and rock music. Tim is an active performer and teacher in the Boston Area. He has played with the Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra, participated in various musicals as an orchestra member, has performed at several rock clubs such as The Lucky Dogs, and gigs with various jazz groups. To learn more about Tim, please click here!

Sara Bursey, Violin & Viola: Sara Bursey graduated Cum Laude from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with the degree of Bachelor of Music (concentration Viola Performance), with violist Dr. Scott Rawls. She then continued her musical education at the University of Memphis,  When she moved to New England, she studied at the Longy School of Music with violist Paula Majerfeld. Sara is now a member of the Bosse School of Music faculty & full time member of the Cape Cod symphony Orchestra. To learn more about Sara, please click here!