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Meet Our Staff, Faculty,and Interns!

Executive Board

Jesus Lopez

Jesus Lopez

Jesus Lopez

Executive Director/Founder

Director of Orlando Youth Jazz Orchestra One

Jesus.lopez@oyce.org

Jesus Lopez began his woodwind studies in 2006 on the Clarinet and Saxophone and soon after Oboe, Flute, and Bassoon. In his younger scholastic years, Jesus participated in numerous Solo and Ensemble festivals, All-County, All-State ensembles. He has also participated in the Music for All concert festival in 2011, Tri-State Festival in 2013, and The International Clarinet Association “ClarinetFest” appearing with the “Licorice Sticks Clarinet Orchestra”. Jesus has extensive experience playing in musical productions, appearing in shows including Les Miserable, Guys and Dolls, Miss Saigon, and Chicago - which he premiered with on the China Tour. Jesus studied Clarinet Performance at Valencia College and now studies at Rollins College, becoming very proficient in multiple genres of music. Lopez has studied under Eric Cole, Vanessa Vache, and Tom Dietz for woodwind studies and conducting with Dr. John Sinclair. He now regularly performs in various ensembles, ranging from orchestras to contemporary flamenco. Jesus also actively works with a multitude of youth, middle, and high school music programs in the Central Florida area, whether it be working with the ensembles or adjudicating. 

Alyssa Walker

Jesus Lopez

Jesus Lopez

Chief Operating Office

Alyssa.walker@oyce.org

Alyssa Walker serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Orlando Youth Chamber Ensemble. She has been a pillar in building up the organization since 2018. Alyssa is dedicated to our faculty and interns, as well as our community members, to ensure that O.Y.C.E. creates positive and impactful music opportunities for our students. She is a senior music performance major at Rollins College in the flute studio of Dr. Katie Mess, and holds an Associate of Arts degree from Valencia College where she studied with flutist Michelle Territo. In addition to her academic and performance studies, Alyssa currently serves as Sergeant at Arms for the Lambda Iota chapter of Sigma Alpha Iota. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and skill set and has taught in a variety of settings, including as a private lesson instructor, a woodwind marching band technician, and clinician for Orange County Public Schools band programs. Through these experiences, she has developed a passion for studying and performing works by women and composers of color. Alyssa plans to continue pursuing her passion for music with a career as a professional flutist and middle school band director. 


Chris King

Antonio Figueroa

Antonio Figueroa

  Chief Financial Officer 

Director of Orlando Youth Trumpet Choir

Chris.king@oyce.org

Chris King is a professional trumpet player in Central Florida. He is a musician for Epcot with Disney's Candlelight Processional, and Guardians of the Galaxy:  Awesome Mix Live!; and Universal Studios with the Studio Brass Band, and has played with artists such as Hank Williams Jr, Alan Parsons Project, Béla Fleck, Rocktopia (Trans-Siberian Orchestra), and Little River Band on stage and national/international television performances on ABC, NBC, ESPN, PBS, TBN, CW, Telemundo & Univision. Chris' students have been accepted for state and national honor bands and competitions such as Florida All State Bands/Orchestras, The Macy's Great American Marching Band, The US Army All-American Marching Band, National Association of Music Educators (NAfME) Orchestra, The National Trumpet Competition, and so on. In the past, Chris has done composing and arranging for groups ranging from soloists to full orchestras with choir; having some of his writing featured on the Today Show.  He is formerly principal trumpet of the Imperial Symphony Orchestra in Lakeland, FL.  He has recorded with numerous popular musical acts for jazz, reggae, and death metal albums. Chris is also the owner and head repair technician for CK Brassworks, a musical instrument repair business located in Winter Garden, FL. Chris attended Rollins College for his B.A in music

Antonio Figueroa

Antonio Figueroa

Antonio Figueroa

Vice President 

Director of Educational Outreach

Antonio.figueroa@oyce.org

 Antonio Figueroa is the current Vice President of Orlando Youth Chamber Ensembles and the Director of Bands at Edgewater High School - the "Pride of College Park". Figueroa received his bachelor’s degree in music education from Bethune-Cookman University, completing his internship at Oak Ridge High School in Orlando, FL under the direction of Dr. Jack Eaddy. Prior to arriving at Edgewater High School, Figueroa spent 5 years at Meadow Woods Middle School, growing a thriving performing arts program, along with receiving numerous awards and Superiors at the District Level. Antonio is also a member of various professional organizations, including the Florida Music Education Association, the National Association for Music Educators, and Edgewater’s Faculty Advisory Committee. 

Board Of Directors

LEO LAMOS

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

Vice Chairman of the board

Educational Outreach 

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

Board Member

JON TERRITO

TAMMY WEBER MILAR

JON TERRITO

Board Member

CHAMBER WOODWIND DIRECTORS

Katie Mess

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

Orlando Youth Flute Choir

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

Orlando Youth Clarinet Choir

TERRA CHILDS

CHRISTIAN RICKETTS

TERRA CHILDS

Orlando Youth Saxophone Choir 

DEVIN BIEBER

CHARLES HAFNER

TERRA CHILDS

Orlando Youth Double Reed Choir

CHARLES HAFNER

CHARLES HAFNER

CHARLES HAFNER

Orlando Youth Clarinet Choir

CHAMBER BRASS DIRECTORS

JUWAN MURPHY

ROBERT HERRERA

ROBERT HERRERA

Orlando Youth Low Brass Choir 

ROBERT HERRERA

ROBERT HERRERA

ROBERT HERRERA

Orlando Youth Low Brass Choir 

Gavin Hall

ROBERT HERRERA

Gavin Hall

Orlando Youth Horn Choir

STRINGS ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS

BRANDON BANGLE

BRANDON BANGLE

BRANDON BANGLE

Orlando Youth String Ensemble 

DANIEL CORTES

BRANDON BANGLE

BRANDON BANGLE

Orlando Youth Chamber Orchestra

RHYTHM & JAZZ ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS

JUSTIN STEGER

JUSTIN STEGER

JUSTIN STEGER

Orlando Youth Percussion Ensemble

MARCO RIVERA

JUSTIN STEGER

JUSTIN STEGER

Orlando Youth Salsa Band

DAVID VANEGAS

DAVID VANEGAS

DAVID VANEGAS

Orlando Youth Jazz Workshop

ALEX BODYTKO

DAVID VANEGAS

DAVID VANEGAS

Orlando Youth Jazz Orchestra 2

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

MICHAEL TABONE

DANIEL MALDONADO

DANIEL MALDONADO

Educational Outreach Consultant

DANIEL MALDONADO

DANIEL MALDONADO

DANIEL MALDONADO

Educational Outreach Consultant

ANDREA BASABE

DANIEL MALDONADO

PETER SOOKNANAN

Marketing Director

PETER SOOKNANAN

PETER SOOKNANAN

PETER SOOKNANAN

Administrative Assistant

Book Keeper

AMRITA SINGH

PETER SOOKNANAN

AMRITA SINGH

Administrative Assistant

Miriam Soto

PETER SOOKNANAN

AMRITA SINGH

Administrative Assistant

EMILY BURGOS

EMILY BURGOS

EMILY BURGOS

Administrative Assistant 

Instructional & Administrative Interns

Peter Bulatko

Daniel Valencia

Peter Bulatko

Instructional Intern (Woodwind)

University of Central Florida

Alex Taylor

Daniel Valencia

Peter Bulatko

Instructional Intern (Woodwind)

Valencia College

Daniel Valencia

Daniel Valencia

Daniel Valencia

Instructional Intern (Woodwind)

Valencia College


Nick Gallegos

Daniel Valencia

Daniel Valencia

Instructional Intern (Woodwind)

Stetson University

Joseph Wawrzyniak

Francheska Ferriar

Joseph Wawrzyniak

Instructional Intern (Saxophone)

University of Central Florida

Valarie Sanchez

Francheska Ferriar

Joseph Wawrzyniak

Administrative Intern 

Valencia College

Francheska Ferriar

Francheska Ferriar

Francheska Ferriar

Administrative Intern

Valencia College

Waleska Duno

Francheska Ferriar

Francheska Ferriar

Social Media Intern

Valencia College


Kenzya St Felix

Kenzya St Felix

Kenzya St Felix

Social Media Intern

Valencia College


Diana Yafizova

Kenzya St Felix

Kenzya St Felix

Social Media Intern

Michigan State University 

Esmael Berryane

Kenzya St Felix

Esmael Berryane

Instructional Intern 

Valencia College

Ian Owens

Kenzya St Felix

Esmael Berryane

Instructional Intern 

Stetson University

Alexander Fuentes

Alexander Fuentes

Alexander Fuentes

Instructional Intern 

Valencia College

Jorge Ferrer

Alexander Fuentes

Alexander Fuentes

Instructional Intern 

Valencia College

Ryan Santiago

Alexander Fuentes

Ryan Santiago

Instructional Intern 

Valencia College

Thomas Todia

Alexander Fuentes

Ryan Santiago

Instructional Intern 

Rollins College

Madeline Icho

Madeline Icho

Madeline Icho

Instructional Intern 

University of Central Florida

Sean Nelson

Madeline Icho

Madeline Icho

Instructional Intern (Percussion)

University of South Florida

join Our Internship Program!

Qualifications

Administrative

       

       Requirements

  • High School Diploma (or higher); additional qualification as an Administrative assistant or Secretary will be a plus
  • Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
  • Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
  • Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
  • Attention to detail and problem solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task


       Responsibilities

  • Organize and schedule appointments
  • Plan meetings and take detailed minutes
  • Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
  • Maintain contact lists
  • Provide general support to visitors
  • Develop and maintain a filing system
  • Take rehearsal attendance 
  • Maintain and update our website
  • Attend concerts and set up information booth
  • Participate in recruiting events 


Instructional


       Requirements

  • High School Diploma (or higher); additional qualification as such as Honor Band selections (ie. All-State, All-County) will be a plus
  • Be studying music, or have equivalent performance experience 
  • Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
  • Attention to detail and problem solving skills
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task


       Responsibilities

  • Attend All rehearsals of your applied instrument 
  • Assist in the set up, and tear down rehearsal location
  • Participate in recruiting events 
  • Sit in and perform with our ensembles 
  • Assist in the running of rehearsals 
  • Hold smaller sectionals and individual instruction if needed 
  • Pass out music before, and/or during rehearsals 
  • Attend community outreach (i.e school sectional, instrument tryouts, solo and ensemble prep)
  • Attend all of our concerts and assist in the logistical aspects of the concert


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