Andrew Cropper

Teaching Statement Everyone approaches music differently, and I strive to meet students towards both their creative interests and desired skills. I aim to create a positive, fun, and supportive space where students feel motivated to practice, improve, grow, and enjoy the process of musical learning.  Education M.M. Trombone Performance, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2025) B.M. […]

Russ Ryan

Education B.M., Berklee College of Music; further studies at College of San Mateo Teaching/Performance Bio Mr. Ryan performs regularly with his jazz quartet and has performed with Greg Hopkins, Jeff Stout, Bill Pierce and Tiger Okoshi. He’s also a soloist with Big and Phat Jazz Orchestra and Ryles Jazz Orchestra, plays in the Adagio Big Band, […]

Hailley McConnell

Teaching Statement Everyone deserves a chance to shine and express themselves, while also learning the valuable life skills that will make them a well-rounded and successful individual. Fortunately, music is the perfect subject to do just that. Education Ms. McConnell graduated from Keene State College in 2018 with a BM in Music Education. Bio Ms. […]

Snow Day Alert:

Closed Monday, February 23rd, due to winter weather. School re-opens on Tuesday the 24th for make-up classes only. NHYE rehearsals cancelled. Happy Winter Break!