Meet the Instructors!
Mandy Flagler
Nathan Leslie
Mandy Flagler
CURRENTLY FULLY BOOKED
Piano
A long-time church pianist, Mandy has been a music instructor for the past 15 years. Mandy has a BS in Elementary Education and a BS in Secondary Education in Music and English from Champion Christian College. She plays traditional hymn-style piano. Mandy is available for lessons Mondays afternoons and Thursdays mornings at the store.
Tyler Evans
Nathan Leslie
Mandy Flagler
Drums & Percussion
Tyler has been drumming for 15 years with world class ensembles such as Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corp, Infinity Percussion, Disney, and the UCF Marching Knights. He was taught by UCF professor and Bill Evans Trio drummer Marty Morrell. Tyler has taught percussion at Ancient City Ensemble, Eustis, Lake Mary and Tavares high schools. Available Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Nathan Leslie
Nathan Leslie
Nathan Leslie
Piano & Guitar
Nathan Jay Leslie is a local musical artist and instructor who’s lived and performed all over Central Florida for over 20 years. He studied classical piano from age 5 and has expanded to all styles and genres of music. Nathan is also an accomplished guitar player. Nathan writes and performs all types of music. He uses the Suzuki fend at Leesburg Music on Wednesdays.
Samee Carr
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Nathan Leslie
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano
Samantha has been scheduling the lessons for over four months here at Leesburg Music. Samee started playing guitar when she was 12 years old. In 2008 she was accepted into the classical guitar program at Florida State University, and graduated with a BA degree in Commercial Music. Samee spent 7 years working for an
Guitar, Ukulele, Piano
Samantha has been scheduling the lessons for over four months here at Leesburg Music. Samee started playing guitar when she was 12 years old. In 2008 she was accepted into the classical guitar program at Florida State University, and graduated with a BA degree in Commercial Music. Samee spent 7 years working for an entertainment rental house with a focus on audio equipment. Samee specializes in classical technique and sight reading. Available Wednesday evenings.
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Trumpet, Saxophone, Flute
Jaime joins the Leesburg Music staff from working several years in music stores in the area. He studied music in college and has been teaching for over 35 years. Jaime plays locally in a jazz group. He plays and teaches trumpet, saxophone and flute. Available Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Jodi Wagner
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Jaime Jasko, Sr.
Drums
Jodi Wagner is now available to teach drums at Leesburg Music. Jodi has been playing for 30+ years. He plays in a jazz trio and a 4-piece rock band. He teaches on Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays .
Alan Brandel
Dave Skorupski
Dave Skorupski
Guitar, Banjo, Violin, Piano, Mandolin, Steel Guitar & Ukulele
Alan Brandel began his musical journey at the age of 8 with the Ukulele. Soon after, he took up guitar and violin. In High school, he began teaching Music Lessons and traveling with a gospel band. In 2001 Alan graduated with his Doctorate degree from Luther Rice University. Sin
Guitar, Banjo, Violin, Piano, Mandolin, Steel Guitar & Ukulele
Alan Brandel began his musical journey at the age of 8 with the Ukulele. Soon after, he took up guitar and violin. In High school, he began teaching Music Lessons and traveling with a gospel band. In 2001 Alan graduated with his Doctorate degree from Luther Rice University. Since this time, along with teaching, Alan has played in a number of bands, churches, and events. In 2011 he was brought on to Disneys Polynesian Show where he played the steel guitar, ukuele, bass, and drums. Alan continues to share his love of stringed instruments with all ages, through teaching! Available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays along with Saturday mornings.
Dave Skorupski
Dave Skorupski
Dave Skorupski
Jazz Guitar
Dave has been playing and teaching in Wisconsin and Nashville, TN for nearly 50 years. Although Dave plays all genres of guitar music, his expertise is Jazz and chord melodies. Be sure to call the store and ask for a lesson with Dave!
Kevin Baker
Dave Skorupski
Myra Johnson
Guitar & Bass
Kevin comes to us from playing and teaching in the south Orlando area, for the past 20+ years. You may have heard Kevin and his band when they played in the "British Revolution" at Disney's Epcot Center up until 2020. Kevin and his wife Kristen play locally at watering holes and their church praise team. Kevin teaches all a
Guitar & Bass
Kevin comes to us from playing and teaching in the south Orlando area, for the past 20+ years. You may have heard Kevin and his band when they played in the "British Revolution" at Disney's Epcot Center up until 2020. Kevin and his wife Kristen play locally at watering holes and their church praise team. Kevin teaches all ages and skill levels. Make sure you ask for lessons with Kevin when you call the store at 352-323-8889.
Myra Johnson
Joshua Williams
Myra Johnson
Saxophone, Clarinet, Piano
Myra holds a bachelor of music education degree from Arkansas State University. She has taught choral and instrumental music on all levels of education in both public and private settings. Locally, Mrs. Johnson has taught at Blue Lake Academy and Fruitland Park Elementary. She teaches piano and woodwind instruments. Available Friday afternoons.
Joshua Williams
Joshua Williams
Joshua Williams
Vocal Coach
Joshua has been working as a professional in the industry for 12 years. He's made appearances on national radio broadcasts several times and is known for his vocal talent and songwriting ability. If you're looking to learn how to sing with a positive and friendly vocal coach who is willing to go the extra mile for you. look
Vocal Coach
Joshua has been working as a professional in the industry for 12 years. He's made appearances on national radio broadcasts several times and is known for his vocal talent and songwriting ability. If you're looking to learn how to sing with a positive and friendly vocal coach who is willing to go the extra mile for you. look no further! Available Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons/evenings.
Michael Deveau
Joshua Williams
Joshua Williams
Guitar
Michael was born and raised in New England and came to Florida in 2008. He is 31 years old and has been playing guitar since the age of 13. He studied music at Eastern Florida Sate College in Cocoa. He hopes to inspire others to put in the same hard work that he does in his music. He specializes in Rock and Metal music but plays
Guitar
Michael was born and raised in New England and came to Florida in 2008. He is 31 years old and has been playing guitar since the age of 13. He studied music at Eastern Florida Sate College in Cocoa. He hopes to inspire others to put in the same hard work that he does in his music. He specializes in Rock and Metal music but plays and teaches a variety of styles. He teaches various techniques on guitar including; finger picking, hybrid picking, sweep picking, alternate and economy picking, legato, string skipping, and 2 hand tapping. He tries to make guitar playing as efficient as possible, utilizing the concept of economy of motion. Available weekday evenings and Saturdays.
Raymond Johnson
Guitar & Bass
Raymond is a former band director, choir director, music teacher, and minister of music. He has taught private lessons on several instruments locally, at First Academy, Blue Lake Academy, Daystar Academy, St. Paul's Catholic School, and ABC Music. He has a master of music education from Arkansas State University. Available Friday afternoons.