Founder and Conservatory Teacher 

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Hello! My name is Jasmine Mays-Robinson, and I am the founder and primary instructor of Bel Air Arts Academy. I started teaching in-home lessons as my first job after receiving my undergraduate degree in music from the University of Maryland. Since then, I have taught music in classrooms, in-studio, in groups, at summer camps, and the list goes on and on! I can’t wait to work with you!

• BM- Music Performance, University of Maryland

• MM- Music Performance, The Catholic University of America

• Music Teacher National Association Member

• National Association of Teachers of Singing Member

Jasmine is one of the academy’s two conservatory teachers. She teaches Kiddy Keys, Kindermusik, intermediate/advanced voice and intermediate/advanced piano at Bel Air Arts Academy

Conservatory Teacher

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Elizabeth DeVito is an enthusiastic voice teacher who believes that anyone can learn to sing.

 

She graduated from the Sunderman Conservatory at Gettysburg College with a B. M. in Voice Performance, where she studied as a soprano with Professor Matthew Osifchin.

 

Liz has also enjoyed performing solo recitals, performing works ranging from baroque arias to world premieres. She believes that all singers can benefit from a strong classical foundation, whether they want to sing classical, musical theater, pop, or jazz.

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Liz is one of the academy’s two conservatory teachers. She teaches intermediate/advanced voice and intermediate piano at Bel Air Arts Academy.

Teacher

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Matt began taking fiddle lessons at a young age and has since studied classical violin and music theory with multiple teachers.

 

He has performed in solo recitals, masterclasses, orchestras, small groups, rock bands, and in the recording studio.

 

Matt enjoys creating and replicating sounds on more than just the violin; he can also be heard playing piano, mandolin, and guitar.

 

As a teacher, he believes music is a great vehicle for students to develop self expression, self discipline, and community.

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Matt teaches guitar, violin, viola, ukulele and piano at Bel Air Arts Academy.

Teacher

Layla Wilson is a classically trained pianist of 17 years and counting. Layla is currently finishing up her bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from West Virginia University. She took piano lessons from Dr. Peter Amstutz during her collegiate career while also being a member in various ensembles including the University women’s choir, piano: four-hands, symphonic band, and the community orchestra. 

 

Along with the piano and guitar, Layla has recently begun her journey on the harp and is excited to find opportunities to perform and share the magic of the harp with people in the community.

 

Layla’s teaching philosophy is incorporating mind-muscle connection to build meaning with and within the music to help make the learning musician make the piece their own. 

Layla teaches guitar and piano at the Bel Air Arts Academy
 

Teacher

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John Suskey plays piano, organ and folk instruments such as guitar, recorder, banjo, accordion, harmonica and others.

 

He has a Master’s in Music Education from West Virginia University and taught elementary music in Harford County Schools during 1990-97.

 

He also has taught lessons and specializes in pop music with boogie woogie, jazz, gospel and blues roots.

 

John has played in many pop bands around Harford County and currently plays in several bands.

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John teaches guitar, piano, accordion, banjo, bagpipes, organ and other folk instruments at Bel Air Arts Academy.

Teacher

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Patty-Lynn has played the flute since she was nine years old and has been teaching private flute lessons for over ten years.

 

Some of her musical accomplishments include playing in the Maryland All-State Band, as well as marching in the Thanksgiving Day Parade with the Great American Marching Band.

 

She was also the featured soloist in the Harford Youth Orchestra (2013) where she performed Franz Doppler’s Hungarian Pastoral Fantasy. 

 

One of Patty-Lynn’s favorite things about teaching is developing friendships with her students. She loves to inspire her students to continually grow as musicians and to be self-motivated.

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Patty-Lynn teaches flute and beginner piano at Bel Air Arts Academy.

Hello, my name is Anthony Hooker. I have always had a deep love and appreciation for music ever since I was a child.

 

My family says that from an early age I was always singing and tapping my foot to something.

 

My musical journey began in the form of piano and voice lessons at the end of elementary school and through middle school.

 

At 14 I expressed a desire to play the bass which I did for a time until around age 17 when I changed my focus to the electric guitar, from which there was no turning back, ha-ha.

 

I attended Harford community college for two semesters completing theory 1 and 2 as well as participating in jazz ensemble during that time.

 

I find it particularly exciting teaching new players and also helping struggling beginner or intermediate players understand the music theory relevant for what they want to play.

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It is my hope that I can guide you and inspire you to be the best player you can be.

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Anthony teaches Kidzrock, Jr. Rockers, guitar and electric bass at Bel Air Arts Academy.

Front Desk Representative

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Ms. Ally joined our team in July 2023. She grew up in Harford County, Maryland, calling it her lifelong home.

 

She studied for her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography and Digital Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

 

After graduating, she moved back to Maryland to be close to her family and friends. Ally has worked secretary, assistance and copy editor jobs and internships.

 

She finally found her fit at the Bel Air Arts Academy. Her favorite part of the job is watching student’s confidence and joy grow as their musical journey progresses.

Front Desk Representative 

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Ms. Karigan joined our team in December 2023.

 

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College where she also minored in music history.

 

She loves listening to music, especially 1970s folk rock and enjoys learning about musicians from years past.

 

Ms. Karigan began playing the flute in the 4th grade, was in the marching band throughout high school, and loves seeing kids find their musical voice!

 

She’s excited to meet students of all ages and help support them in achieving their musical dream!