Brittany DeCristofaro (Voice & Piano)
Brittany is a voice teacher and performer who has appeared with professional opera and musical theater companies, choirs, and as a soloist in major oratorio works including Brahms’ Requiem, Mozart’s Requiem, and Handel’s Messiah, among others, across the United States and Canada.
She is currently completing her Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance from Arizona State University, holds a Master’s degree in Vocal Performance from UNC Greensboro, and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Gardner-Webb University.
Rooted in classical training but experienced across a wide range of styles, Brittany is passionate about helping students find their unique voice and sing confidently in multiple genres. Much of her teaching career has been in higher education, with positions at Arizona State University and Queens University of Charlotte, as well as work as a choir director, classroom teacher, and church musician.
Her students have gone on to perform Off-Broadway, in regional and community theaters, with professional choirs and touring bands, and to release original music. Now based in Chapel Hill, NC, Brittany teaches singers of all ages, serves as a clinician and adjudicator for regional voice events, and is an active member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and the National Association for Music Education (NAfME).
Bryan DeCristofaro (Drum Kit, Guitar & Wind Instruments
Bryan is a passionate and dedicated music educator with over a decade of experience inspiring students through the power of music. He has served in many roles throughout his career, most notably as a middle school band director, where he built programs from the ground up, transforming them into award-winning ensembles recognized for both excellence and inclusivity.
Currently, Bryan serves as the Lead Arts Coordinator for Chatham County Schools, where he champions high-quality arts education across the district. He believes deeply in the role of the arts in shaping confident, creative, and well-rounded individuals.
While he studied percussion in college, Bryan is a true multi-instrumentalist, equally comfortable teaching brass, woodwinds, and guitar. From marching band to jazz combos, he shows versatility in his musicianship and embodies the spirit of a true “jack of all trades.
In 2019, Bryan was honored as one of the Top 10 Music Educators in the Nation by Music & Arts—a testament to his leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to the field. He is also an active member of NAfME (National Association for Music Education) and continues to advocate for every student’s access to the transformative power of music.
