Meet the Teachers
Violin/Fiddle, Ukulele, Voice and Guitar
Helen Gassenheimer is a classically trained violinist and seasoned fiddle player who has her degree in music and theatre arts from Bennington College. She studied violin and music education with legendary artist and teacher Ladonna Smith and has toured the world as an artist and performer. Helen was also a nanny and early childhood educator for 12 years and accepts students starting at age 3. When not at the studio Helen can be found hosting art and music programs at the Rutland Free Library, teaching at Theater in the Woods in Tinmouth and homeschooling her son, Otis.
Guitar, Bass, Ukulele and Drums
Steven Wilson lives in Pittsford, Vermont where he works as a local musician, teacher and videographer. His passion is the guitar, which he has been playing nearly every day for the last decade. Steven is a graduate of Berklee College of Music with a BA in Music Composition for Film, Television, and Video Games. Along with the guitar, Steven sings, plays bass, drums, and piano. He is a guitarist, singer and songwriter in his band Dirty Red Hearts. His favorite bands are Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, The Beatles, Cheap Trick, and Kiss.
Voice and Piano
Andrew Stack's goal as a teacher is to give every student the vocal and musical tools they need to tell their own stories through song. While his primary training is in classical singing, good vocal habits like easy breaths, clear vowels and musical phrasing can apply to any genre. He began teaching himself piano at 13 and now plays a wide variety of music from accompanying operatic arias to jazz standards. Andrew offers two paths to learning piano - a more technique oriented approach for beginning classical students, and a more music theory oriented approach for students who want to play lead sheets, pop songs, and write their own songs. Andrew holds degrees in voice from Westminster Choir College (B.M., magna cum laude), Indiana University’s Jacob School of Music (M.M.), and New England Conservatory (Graduate Diploma).
Flute, Trumpet, Saxophone, Guitar, and Ukulele
Miranda Martin is a musician pursuing a degree in psychology from Vermont State University, with experience working with special needs children. She has trained in flute for nearly 20 years, with an extensive background in musical theater, marching band, and music production. She offers intermediate-level flute lessons and beginner instruction in trumpet, saxophone, guitar, and ukulele. Instruction focuses on reading and interpreting treble clef and tablature. A lifelong instrument collector, she enjoys exploring new and unique instruments. Outside of music, Miranda enjoys working with horses and immersing herself in tabletop games. Miranda brings patience, creativity, and enthusiasm to the musical setting.
Violin Rentals
$25/Month
Please contact us for instrument availability
Lesson Rates
30 Minutes $160/mo
1 Hour $320/mo
This pricing secures one standing lesson per week
Family and multi-lesson discounts are available
What to Expect
At Green Mountain Music we aim to support our students' self-sufficiency and enjoyment of music, whatever their age or level of experience. You will learn to read and understand written music as well as how to play or sing in any preferred styles. Whether you love classical, rock, country, Celtic, old-time, bluegrass or all of the above, your teachers at GMM will follow your lead and get you on your feet. We love being involved in our local festivals and have opportunities to perform throughout the year.
In lieu of a formal recital Green Mountain Music hosts 4 music potlucks a year. Bring a song and a dish to share!
