Faculties

Our Faculty

All our music teachers hold high academic credentials and are among the UAE’s most active and sought after performers in solo recital/performance and ensembles.

Our music teachers are recognized experts in their respective fields and most of their students have earned distinctions in the Trinity College examinations. The Young Musician Music Institute is proud of its eminent and dedicated faculty, who create a rigorous professional environment to prepare our students for success not just in the examinations, but also on the performance stages.

We have taken great care in selecting our faculty. They are chosen not only for their stature as performers, scholars and composers, but also for their rapport with students, their ability to work cooperatively with their colleagues, and their commitment to the values of the school.

Varduhi Sukiasyan
Piano/Music Theory
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Varduhi started her early music education in Armenia’s prestigious Music School (named after Alexander Spendiaryan), at the Piano Department. She then continued to Study at the State Music College, at the Piano Department and graduated in Piano Specialization, which also qualified her as a Teacher & Chamber Artist. For her masters, she got enrolled into the Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan at the Department of Piano and after 5 Years of intensive studies, came out with flying colours, holding a ‘Masters in Music with Piano Specialization’.

Marzena Zajkowska
Violin/Viola/Piano/Music Theory
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Marzena did her Masters of Art In Violin & Chamber Music from the prestigious Music University of Gdansk, Poland. She had further undergone Master Class Training from professors of the Kiev & Moscow Conservatories. Her extensive & illustrative career began in 1986 with the best Chamber/Philharmonic orchestras & Bands in Poland. Since then, her incredible virtuosity on the violin had taken her across the globe, as a solo performer, orchestra member, teacher & manager to some of the most exotic institutions & arena.

Edmer Peralta
Guitar/Drums
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Edmer attained his Bachelor Degree in Guitar Creative & Performing Musical Arts from the University of the Philippines College of Music. Beside his signature Rock Guitar sound, Edmer is also equally adept & displays great mastery over the Classical Guitar. He is a member of the Philippine Guitar Orchestra and toured extensively, including appearance at the World Expo-2010, China. He performed with different rock bands such as Corner Stone, Hanika etc. as their lead guitarist. He did studio recordings of classical music with a guitar trio too. He has over 12 years of experience in his teaching career.

Eugenie Garcia Javier
Singing/Piano/Keyboards/Music Theory
Eugenie Garcia Javier

Eugenie Garcia Javier had attained her Bachelor of Music Performance Major in Music Theatre degree from the Conservatory of Music at University of Santo Tomas. She also gained her Theory of Music and Sight Reading Certification. She also took music education credits at Centro Escolar University and finished the Classical Singing Extension Program at the University of the Philippines. Later, she went on to finish the Music Theatre Course at Trumpets Workshop and Musicademy. She is also a former member of UST Coro Tomasino & A Capella Manila and a topper of Trinity College London, 2018.

Randrews Ryan Feraer
Guitar
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Ryan studied Classical Guitar Performance at the University of Sto. Tomas Conservatory of Music, under Prof. James Peter Namit. He also gained performance diplomas from Trinity College London and obtained Associate of Trinity College London (ATCL) and Licentiate of Trinity College London (LTCL) in Classical Guitar Performance. He received lessons from renowned classical guitarists Prof. Ruben Reyes and Prof. Butch Roxas and participated in many guitar masterclasses conducted by international guitarist including Joseph Henriquez, Thibault Cauvin etc.

Orlando Alagao
Piano/Keyboard/Guitar/Drums/Singing
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Orlando studied Music Education, Major in Piano from FEBIAS, Philippines in 2005. With two decades of experience in teaching different music instruments such as Piano, Guitar, Drums, Keyboard and Voice. He also served as a music director and band leader for more than 20 years in the Philippines. During his teaching career, he was engaged at many places like Hong Kong, Singapore and Macau. He always comes up with innovative ideas to incorporate activities and fun games into music lessons, because he strongly believes that music has to be enjoyed by everyone.

Hannah Joy Abugan
Piano
Music Teachers in Abu Dhabi UAE

Hannah Joy Abugan graduated as a Bachelor of Music major in Piano Performance from the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music, Manila, Philippines. Hailed as a fine Pianist by many, she is an active participant in the annual concerts of the University of Santo Tomas at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. She has the distinction of being a regular at performing in master classes of world renowned pianists, music festivals of international schools, with ensembles and at choir events. She was also a ‘Featured Artist’ of many prestigious hotels. She had accomplished many splendid solo concerts.

Auguse Robles Terrible
Guitar/Drums

Auguse Robles Terrible has been teaching and performing for over 30 years. He is equally adept in classic, acoustic & electric guitar styles. He was actively involved in conducting many school orchestras and ensemble. Apart from guitar, he plays and teaches bass, ukulele & drums. He started his professional career at a tender age, playing & touring with a myriad of bands from the Philippines and other countries and later on, in the Middle East. Auguse is also a very sought after sessions player. He was the featured artist at many of the prominent hotels in UAE like the Gulf Inn & Radisson Blu.

Frederick Tayde
Guitar/Drums
Frederick Tayde

Frederick has been a Guitarist, Vocalist & Music Educator for more than two decades. Equally adept in Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Drums, Piano and Keyboards, Frederick plays and teaches all of these instruments with real ease and expertise. After his graduation, he also became a top grader from Trinity College London, holding a Grade 8 Certification with high Distinction. As a Live Artist, he had performed at some of the top-notch star hotels in UAE for over ten years. He is also a prolific & versatile composer/producer and concurrently pursues his solo projects & singles.

Ann Abigail Garza
Singing/Piano
Ann Abigail Garza

Ann Abigail Garza graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Music in Music Education emphasis in voice minor in piano at the University of Santo Tomas under the tutelage of Professor Lemuel Dela Cruz. She has more than 12 years of teaching experience and is also an active member of the Music Teachers’ Network Alliance (MTNA) Philippines and ProD’G International. She is also the winner of many prestigious music contests such as the Beijing Watercube Cup International, Chinoy Star Ka Na! etc. She was also a finalist on The Voice of China 4, in 2016.

JL Stranger A. Dayo
Choreographer/ Fitness Instructor
JL Stranger A. Dayo

JL is a Choreographer, Professional Dancer, Fitness Instructor and Dance Trajectory with special expertise in urban rhythm. JL started dancing at the age of 7 and dancing for more than 22 years since then. He is the winner of many elite International Dance Championships and attended plenty of professional international Dance Workshops. JL has over 14 years of experience in Dance Choreography & Teaching. Many of his students were on a winning spree at so many talent completions. JL is also an accredited fitness instructor for over 5 years.

    Join Our Team

    Testimonial

    Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I decided to enroll my son who is seven for his violin lessons. He is having his lessons with Ms. Marzena. She is an inspiration to him…”

    Isabella O’Connor

    .
    Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I will highly recommend the young musician music school to anyone who desires dedicated, committed and inspirational music teachers! Thank you, young musician for your team of committed teachers…”

    Emily Miller

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “Both my girls have been attending music classes at young musician for 2 years. They have excellent, truly dedicated and highly talented music teachers who genuinely want the students to have a positive learning experience…”

    Damian Smith

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “Thanks to their coaching, our boy enjoys playing the piano daily and attained distinctions for the last two grading examinations…”

    William Bradford

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “My children have attended the Young Musician since their arrival to UAE in 2017, as we were staying very near to Raha Mall. Their musical abilities have grown tremendously, thanks to the talented staff and seasoned program. My daughter Amy is in the school band too!...”

    Tony Durham

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “The music school has been a fantastic experience for my daughter Anika. In the 2 years being at the school, her self-confidence has ignited. I would specially recommend the singing program to everyone…”

    Chamindu Dissanayake

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I have a 12 year old and 6 year old at the young musician, al wahda Mall. The staff is wonderful and they make learning music fun for the kids. They also really try to get as many students involved in annual concerts as possible…”

    Yasmin Al Zaabi

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience with the young musician music school at Wahda mall. My kids have learned how to read music, play an instrument & sing. Their teaching methodology resonates with the kids. Kids can’t wait to come to their music classes each week!

    Ho-sung Lee

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “Unfortunately, last year my son had to drop-out from the piano lessons due to our busy work schedule. Now he could join back and he’s happy to see his teacher Ms. Hannah again!”

    Mariam Abebe

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “We tried a couple of schools for my son’s guitar lessons. He used to constantly dropout from everywhere but somehow stayed with the young musician for the past 9 months. It would also be good if you introduce some Indian Music to your curriculum…”

    Vinay Gupta

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “Our daughter is doing piano with Ms. Varduhi and now she is keen on picking up singing too. Thanks! Emma Logan.”

    Emma Logan

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I have gifted a classical guitar to my husband on his birthday last year, but frankly never expected that he would learn it. But I’m glad that he did and Mr. Edmer was very encouraging….”

    Charlotte D.

    .
    Best Music School Suggestion Abu Dhabi UAE

    “My two daughters are doing violin and Ms. Marzena is a very friendly & patient teacher...With regards! Omar Ahmed & Fatima.”

    Omar Ahmed

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “My son initially had taken up piano but started developing an inclination for drums. Thankfully the same teacher was able to shift him comfortably to drums and he’s in grade 2 now…”

    Alyssa Dela Cruz

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “We were regular to TYMMI, but during the Covid-19 pandemic, had to opt for online lessons. Now as things have fallen back to normal, we’ll have to fix a new time slot…”

    Christie Ann

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “Our daughter is doing Piano and she secured a distinction for the Grade 5 exam. Thanks to her teacher. Also mentions the help from the front desk”

    George Berry

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I was playing the guitar during my school days and recently decided to polish my skills after 15 years or so. I was able to be gig-ready again in just 3 months, thanks to the teachers at the Young Musician…”

    Franklin Orwell

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I was in search for a place to continue our children’s Trinity music lessons and found out that the young musician music institute offers the same. The teachers are very friendly and my kids truly enjoy…”

    Audrey Lewis

    .
    Best Music School Review Abu Dhabi UAE

    “I was present at one of your ‘Student Concerts’ as my daughter was taking part it. It was a pleasure to listen to all the instruments, in varying degrees of proficiency as the students perform. I look forward to many more years of musical training. Kudos to the faculty for their dedication…”

    Yana Kolisnyk

    .