Jeff Althouse

Jeff earned his Bachelor of Music degree from Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio and his Master of Arts degree from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida. As an educator, Althouse has been teaching piano, brass, and vocal lessons for over thirty years. He began teaching at the Fame Conservatory in Youngstown, Ohio and the Warren Music Center in Warren, Ohio.

While in Florida he taught at Mars Music in Orlando, The Music Shack in Casselberry, Florida and at Jammers Music Center in Saint Cloud, Florida. After Jammers closed the Saint Cloud store in 2009, Althouse chose to open his own music school now known as Mr. Jeff’s Music Academy. Althouse alsohas taught middle school choir in Poinciana, Florida and middle school band at the Catholic schools in Kissimmee and Saint Cloud Florida for four years.

Moving to Florida in 1996, Althouse played as a substitute on trombone for the Disney Magic Kingdom World Band and the Kids of the Kingdom Band. He directed the Saint Cloud Presbyterian Chancel Choir for ten years and was the Music Minister at Rolling Hills Community church for 10 years. He also served as a cantor for All Souls Church in Dr. Phillips Florida. He lead the praise team of All Saints Lutheran Church in Port Orange, Florida. He has also performed with the Dr. Otto Jazz Combo, Orquestra Sensual, the Chosen Few, the Cotton Davis Band, the Now and Then Band, and the Above the Bar Trio. He also performs solo piano. Currently he is the resident musician at the Veterans Hospital Chapel in Lake Nona, Florida.

Jonathan Lindamood

Jonathan is a passionate and versatile musician from Astatula, Florida. A graduate of Tavares High School, he earned his Associate of Arts degree from Lake-Sumter State College before completing a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education at Mississippi State University.

While at Mississippi State, Jonathan was actively involved in the university’s music and theater communities. He performed a principal role in MSU Opera’s production of Little Shop of Horrors and served as both Assistant Music Director and Rehearsal Pianist for Blackfriars Drama Society’s The Trail to Oregon.

Jonathan brings a broad musical skillset to his work, with experience across multiple vocal genres including classical, musical theater, contemporary Christian, and more. His diverse background and dedication to the craft make him a dynamic performer and educator.

John K. Brown

John started singing at a very young age and God has continued to bless him with a career in this industry. He grew up in Louisville, KY (a southern boy) and attended performing art schools from late elementary school and all through college.

His first taste of artistic directing came when his mother sent him to Europe on tour with his performing high school ensemble where he was the lead vocalist and dancer. From then on, the inspiration of perfecting a piece of work to excel to its highest achievement was developed. Staging and Directing has brought him alongside Dove Award winner Ronald Owen as Director of a New Musical “Requiem for a Young Man”, and he thanks God for the opportunity. His other professional credits include 10 years at Walt Disney World, Leadership Coordinator for “Enviropals” (currently running on PBS), and a 10 year member of the acclaimed international a cappella group, Rockapella (from the hit PBS show “Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego”). His theatre credits include Hello Dolly, Miss Saigon, The Lion King, West Side Story and Pippin.

John has an Associates Degree in Music Education and Worship Leadership. The entertainment business is not easy to be a part of but with the grace of God all things are possible and mountains can be moved!

McKay Medders

McKay graduated magna cum laude from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor of Music. Her concentrations were Conducting, Music Theater Performance, and Music Education. She’s been onstage since the age of 4, singing in churches around the South and participating in over 50 musical productions. She currently performs with Orlando Sings, in both Harmonia and the Symphonic Chorus, and is active in the Contemporary and Traditional choirs at First Baptist Church, Orlando.

McKay moved to Orlando to rejoin her favorite performance event of all time: Walt Disney’s Candlelight Processional. When not singing, you can find her telling “Dad” jokes as a skipper on the World-Famous Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom.

McKay is thankful for her musical ability and gives all glory to God.

Kevin Schoeppler

Kevin has been playing percussion for over 15 years. Most of his school years were a blend of concert band percussion, drum line, and a dash of jazz band in his senior year of college where he learned concert percussion.

He has a love for music of all genres and look forward to helping students learn to appreciate the music they already know, and broaden their horizons in the process to learn even more.

Mike Eng

Mike is a veteran live and studio drummer, and educator. Taking after his father and older brother, he began playing drums at age 10. In high school, he was active in the competitive marching band and wind ensemble. At the University of Missouri — Columbia, Mike performed with Marching Mizzou, as well as the percussion ensemble.

He is a member of the Quay Church (formerly Lifebridge Church) worship team in Windermere, Florida, and also serves occasionally at other churches in Central Florida. He also performs with the Horizon West-based cover band, The Remix.

Akeem Patterson

Akeem is a professional drummer and instructor with over 12 years of experience performing live and in the studio. Endorsed by Diril Cymbals and Hayward Custom Drums, he has toured internationally with artists such as Nikki Taylor and PHVOV and worked with the UCF Gospel Choir.

Akeem now shares his passion for rhythm and music by helping students of all levels develop their drumming skills, from fundamentals to advanced performance.

Yegues Schettini

Yegues holds a Bachelor’s degree in Instrumental Music Education and Flute Performance from Florida State University. He has been involved with music starting in 5th grade and has consistently taught classrooms, master classes, and private lessons since high school along with numerous solo and ensemble performances.

Yegues is currently the guitar teacher at Ocoee High School, and within one year developed the program from 3 guitar classes to a full load of 7 guitar classes ranging from beginning to advanced players. He is also the guitarist for a local band.

Ben Franklin

Ben is a seasoned musician and educator with over 14 years of performance experience across the United States and Canada. A lifelong minstrel, he has played with numerous bands, artists, and praise teams, bringing versatility and passion to every stage.

In addition to performing, Ben has been teaching music for more than 10 years in both private lessons and public and private school settings. He specializes in guitar, piano, and bass guitar, guiding students of all ages and skill levels in developing strong technical ability, fundamentals, creativity, and confidence while discovering the joy of music.

Paul Rizzo

Paul’s interest in music captivated him early on. He started with piano,
then trombone as a college major, then back to piano as a traveling music director in various contemporary groups.

Owner of Ritz Studio Productions,Inc., he has had a 30+ year career as a music producer/arranger for corporate events, creating all styles of music for top 500 Direct Sales Companies as well as themed parks and restaurants and radio jingles, receiving awards for selected projects.
As well as playing piano regularly for Orlando area churches and local groups, Paul taught digital music workstations at Full Sail University for 7 years.

Paul currently plays for the Classic service at Church at the Cross.