Founder & Director M.M. Piano Performance, University of Illinois (Urbana–Champaign) Founded DEA Music & Art in 2003; multi-location & franchise leader
Violin Instructor M.A. Violin Performance, Glinka Conservatory Certified Suzuki Teacher
Victor Vega
Composition & Piano
Music Educator & Composer BFA, CUNY Composition & Performance
Pubudika Shavanthi Navarathn
General Studies / Administration
Instructor & HR Professional B.A. Human Resource Management CIPM Certified
Evan Harden
Voice & Piano
Jazz Vocalist & Pianist Music Director, Bay Ridge Catholic Academy B.A. Jazz Performance, SUNY New Paltz
Mauro Corona
Drums & Percussion
Drum & Percussion Instructor B.A. Music, College of Staten Island Specializes in Classical & Latin Styles
Nicole Javorsky
Voice, Piano, Guitar, Ukulele
Vocal & Instrument Instructor B.A., Barnard College (Columbia University) Singer-Songwriter & Visual Artist
Julia Freitor
Voice & Piano
Voice, Piano & Theory Instructor Singer, Pianist & Actress M.A. Art and Music Education, Brooklyn College Conservatory
Shay Eljastimi
Administration / Office Management
Office Manager Administrative Coordinator DEA Music & Art School
Emily Park
Piano & Violin
Assistant Manager Piano & Violin Instructor Student, Baruch College
Magi Kapllani Founder & Director M.M. Piano Performance, University of Illinois
Founder of DEA Music & Art, inspired by her family’s legacy in Albania, Magi has dedicated her career to providing world-class music and arts education. After studying piano performance in the U.S., she established DEA Music & Art in Staten Island in 2003, expanding it to multiple locations and launching a franchise program to share her mission nationwide.
Adriana Dizdari
M.M. Piano Performance, University of Arts, Tirana
Adriana Dizdari is one of Albania’s most celebrated pianists and educators—a true master of piano education. Widely regarded as a legend in her country’s musical community, she has guided hundreds of students who now share their music across the world. Renowned for her dedication to musical excellence, she is also the founder and organizer of over twenty editions of the Songs of the Earth International Competition. Today, she continues to inspire new generations of piano lovers with her artistry, wisdom, and passion for teaching
Sophia Di Meglio
Sophia teaches art and holds a BFA in Fine Arts from the Fashion Institute of Technology and an MA in Art Education from SUNY New Paltz. She recently published her first illustrated children’s book.
Philip Henry Garcia
Philip Garcia earned his Masters in Music Composition at Hunter College and currently performs with Visions NYC all across Staten Island. A teacher of piano and voice, he enjoys intertwining modern hits among Gen Z and Gen Alpha into his lessons and always looks to make the experience of learning music a fun and engaging experience no matter the age or the skill level!
Noa Miranda
Noa Miranda is a voice teacher specializing in Musical Theatre and Pop technique. She holds a degree in Vocal Performance from the College of Staten Island and the Voice Teacher Training certification from New York Vocal Coaching.
Gvantsa Butskhrikidze
Gvantsa Butskhrikidze (born 2002 in Kutaisi, Georgia) is an award-winning Georgian violinist, educator, and music competition founder. She has earned First Prize at the Chicago International Music Competition, the American International Music Competition, and the New York International Music Competition. She has performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and is currently a soloist with Orchestra Manhattan. Gvantsa also teaches violin at the Long Island Conservatory in New York.
Grace Hong
Grace is a professional pianist, accompanist, and organist with over 30 years of experience. She has taught private and group piano lessons to students ranging from preschoolers to adults. Her students have performed in renowned competitions including MTNA, The Rising Star at Carnegie Hall, The Golden Keys, and ABRSM, earning high honors such as Merit, All-State, and The Golden Key awards.
Ronnie Angell
Ronnie is a guitarist and singer-songwriter with decades of experience performing, recording, and teaching. Trained under jazz and classical guitarist Peter Prisco, he brings a love for music history and a passion for inspiring young guitarists. With decades of real-world performance experience and a lifelong dedication to rock music, Ronnie offers a unique and authentic perspective that no formal degree can match.
Kay Ashley
Kay is a singer-songwriter, pianist, and guitarist with a diverse musical background. She studied piano with Judith Lynn Stillman at Brown University and continued her studies in music theory and composition at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music. Trained in Hindustani classical, contemporary, and Bulgarian vocal music, Kay brings a creative, well-rounded approach to her teaching.
Elona Migirov
Elona Migirov holds a MA degree from Queens College, CUNY. She teaches piano, music theory and music history classes at the College of Staten Island, and at the JCC of Staten Island. She plays the organ at various churches.
Refika Elibay
Refika is a pianist and teacher who began her musical journey at the Istanbul Conservatory and continued her studies at The Juilliard School in New York. With decades of teaching and performing experience, she has inspired countless students through her artistry. Her most recent performance was held at the United Nations.
Larissa D.Vollis
Master’s degree in violin performance. Studied at Nizhny Novgorod Glinka State Conservatory Russia. Over 30 years experience in performance and pedagogy. Certified Suzuki violin instructor for levels 1-8.
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