Kayla Paige Fuhst a former middle and elementary school teacher, Kayla has extensive experience working with students of all ages, diverse backgrounds, and varying skill levels.  She is an honors graduate from the University of Connecticut, where she received her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, along with a B.S. in Education and a B.A. in Music. She’s performed at Alvin Ailey Studios in NYC and Tarrytown Music Hall, has music directed children’s theatre productions. As a songwriter, Kayla’s original songs have aired on the radio, and she’s opened for Bernie Williams at the Paramount Theatre

Kurt Robert Stoodt is a musician and educator, whose musical knowledge extends through many avenues. As a multi-instrumentalist with proficiency on upright and electric bass, piano, guitar, clarinet, trumpet, and violin, he performs in various venues, with genres ranging from classical to rock, jazz, and pop. In addition to instruments, he has also found a passion for beatboxing! He is a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where he received a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Through his experiences as a former elementary school teacher and Army National Guard bandsmen, he has become a well-rounded educator. Kurt also enjoys cooking, learning about modern technology, and spending time with family and friends.