Scott Kaapke

General Manager

 Diane Shackelford

Diane Shackelford started her musical education at the age of 7. She studied under private teachers until the age of 17. She competed, on several occasions, in the State of Illinois music contest, where she was named in the top ten as well as winning numerous awards. In 1985 she was hired by the Lowrey Organ Company in Chicago and taught group organ lessons. She continued teaching privately on organ, piano and keyboard along with group music lessons. Diane has worked with Lowrey, Roland, Technics, Kawai, and Gulbransen products. Born and raised in Chicago, IL. she relocated to south Florida 16 years ago. Diane has been with Festival Music Centers for the past 6 years.

Mark Tison

                Mark Tison began playing the piano by ear at the age of 5 and made his musical debut at a county fair at age 7 in Bradenton, Florida. At the age of 9 Mark began playing the organ. He was student conductor and orchestra arranger in high school and studied composition in college. Mark spent the years between college and 1983 as a popular Organ Demonstrator and Educational Director for a major musical instrument retailer in the southeast and eventually joined the sales team. Mark then took a leave of absence from his business career to tour in Europe entertaining members of the armed forces. After returning from overseas, he rejoined the retail business community and has been in sales and management ever since. Mark�s mastery of the Lowrey organ and his spectacular performances are sure to be a memorable musical event.

 

 

Steffenee Miller

 

Steff is a graduate of the G Star School of Arts. This school specializes in furthering students with creative talents such as theatre,Television,film and other such gifts. Steff has a strong desire to learn the music trades in all areas especially the teaching of group music instruction. Steff is also assisting with student needs and helping in the day to day operations as well. 

 

 

 

Don Ciccone

 

 

 

 

 

TOM RHODEMYRE

 

Tom with one of his favorite students Sally.

Tom has been with Festival Music Centers since its inception.  His knowledge of electronics and computers is priceless for the way our industry functions.  "Jack of all trades" may be the way we describe his abilities. Tom plays the guitar, keyboard, organ and can sing karaoke with the best of them. Make sure you attend his advanced features workchops for all you technical questions. 

 

 

 

BRYCE KIRKLAND

 

Bryce joins us in our Stuart , Florida location.  His many years of experience in the music industry are surely a great  addition to our team.  Bryce has a lifetime of music background including Trumpet, Keyboard,  piano       and of course organ.  This talent makes for great classes and workshops hosted by Bryce. Be sure to attend his concerts for a wonderful musical experience.

 

 

Gene Arnold

Gene is our logistics Coordinator.  Gene handles the large projects as well as the small ones.  Staging, lighting, electrical , sound reinforcement and delivery.  Gene has been an important part of our team for many years.

 

 

Mark Bruce

(Service)