About Allison Lee
Allison Lee was born in South Korea where she started learning the flute at the age of 8. She moved to America and continued to play the flute by joining school band programs. She was part of the All-State band for 5 consecutive years and found her passion in music. She went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree in flute performance from Columbus State University. During her undergrad, she won master classes from the world class flutist, Jasmine Choi and Emmanuel Pahud. She won 3rd place in the Atlanta Flute Club competition, and won 2nd place in the Alexander Buono international competition.
She moved to New York after her undergrad to pursue a Master’s degree from New York University for music therapy. She has developed her career as a music therapist as well as a flute teacher. Many of her students have gone on to win Governor’s Honor Program and All-State competitions.
Jennifer Willis
Flute
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MM in Flute Performance (May '24) Schwob School of Music Columbus State University
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BM in Flute Performance University of West Georgia
Studies with Christina Smith, Principal Flute of Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
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Performs with Cobb Wind Symphony and Atlanta Wind Symphony
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Flute Performer, Instructor, Clinician in several area middle and high schools
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Has a high success rate in preparing students for college auditions and acceptance
About Jennifer Willis
Jennifer Willis recently graduated from Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University
in May of 2024 with a Master of Music in Flute Performance. She was a student of Dr. Andrèe
Martin, previously Christina Smith, Dr. Alina Windell, and Kathy Farmer. Now that she is back
in Atlanta, she is continuing lessons with Christina Smith, Principal Flutist of the Atlanta
Symphony Orchestra. While at Schwob, Jennifer was a part of three flute/guitar duos during
her time there, performing with Schwob guitarists Riley Smith, Leonela Alejandro, and Sam
Wilson. Jennifer was also a member of the Schwob Wind Ensemble, Schwob Philharmonic
Orchestra, and now continues to be a member of the Cobb Wind Symphony and Atlanta Wind
Symphony. Jennifer teaches flute lessons and flute sectionals at several Atlanta area high
school and middle schools and did so full time before returning to school. She's also now
joining Carere Music and Studios to teach flute and beginning piano, she's currently taking
orchestral auditions, helping out with school band programs, and adding private students
About Victor Yaowen Zhang
Dedicated and versatile music educator and performer with over five years of experience in
performance, teaching, and reed making. Proven success in collaborating with orchestras,
performing contemporary and classical works, and organizing solo and ensemble recitals.
Skilled in introducing new students to woodwind instruments, including bassoon, clarinet,
and saxophone, with over 20 bassoon students successfully taught in one year post-
graduation. Extensive experience teaching undergraduate solo and chamber music, with a
focus on reed making and instrument maintenance.
Passionate about inspiring musical interest, building strong practice habits, and bridging
Chinese and Western educational approaches to foster a deep appreciation for music.
Committed to supporting composers and premiering new works in concert settings.