Camp Levine MD Campus: Strathmore Teacher Bios

Jason McFeaters has been working with Levine Music for over 20 years, and is thrilled to returning as Strathmore Site Director. He is a member of the the Levine saxophone faculty, and studied at the Peabody Conservatory of Music and the University of Michigan. He regularly performs with the Capital Wind Symphony, the Baltimore Symphony and the District Sax Quartet. Jason is also the choir director and department chair at North Bethesda Middle School in MCPS.

Eli is a rising sophomore at Cornell University majoring in music and economics. He has played the guitar for 13 years and trumpet for 8 years. In his free time, Eli enjoys watching Tottenham Hotspur matches, playing tennis, baking bread, and spending time with friends and family.

Born and raised in Columbia, Maryland, Laressa Winters is a classical musician and arts administrator passionate about bringing the arts to diverse audiences. Laressa recently graduated from Oberlin Conservatory with a Bachelor of Music in Bassoon Performance. Along with performing with various orchestras on the East Coast, Laressa recently completed a Community Engagement Internship with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center. In the fall, she will begin her graduate studies at the Yale School of Music, where she intends to better her craft and contribute to the vibrant arts community in New Haven, Connecticut. In her free time, Laressa likes to spend time outdoors, learning Spanish, and cooking.

Hi! My name is Jade, I use they/them pronouns, and this is my 7th year working with children. During the school year, I am the assistant director of a childcare center, but I used to be an elementary school general music teacher! My first instrument was saxophone, but now I mostly sing and play piano. I love Nintendo video games like Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda, and I also enjoy writing and being outside in nature. I am excited to be joining the Camp Levine team for the first time this summer! 

Ms. Paula Zabel is so glad to be returning to Camp Levine! She has degrees from Macalester College and Westminster Choir College and has worked for Montgomery County Public Schools for many years now. She enjoys ballroom dancing, biking, gardening, but above all, she loves working with music students!

Junghee is currently pursuing her D.M.A. in piano pedagogy at The Catholic University of America. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she has worked with students of all ages and levels. Junghee holds multiple degrees, including a bachelor’s and master’s in music therapy and a bachelor’s in Piano Performance. She is certified in Kodaly education and has a Kindermusik license. Passionate about incorporating students’ musical interests into their goals, Junghee helps them develop their piano and musical skills. Her students have achieved success in piano guilds, competitions, and examinations like RCM. Junghee strives to nurture each student’s potential and tailor lessons to their unique personalities and needs. 

Rebecca Edmiston is a piano instructor dedicated to pedagogy, collaboration, and community engagement. She is currently working on a Doctor of Music degree in Collaborative Piano at Florida State University. A committed educator, she maintains a private piano studio in Tallahassee, FL during the academic year and she is actively involved with Music Teachers National Association. Last summer, she was a PreK teacher at Camp Levine. As a collaborative pianist, she has recently worked at Interlochen Center for the Arts in Michigan and Music on Site, Inc. in Kansas.

Annabelle received her BM and MM in Violin Performance from The Royal Academy of Music in London where she also received her LRAM in Violin Teaching (Licentiate), graduating as Valedictorian. She then pursued an MEd/MPhil in Education at the University of Cambridge, Corpus Christi College, where she was awarded a First Class Honors for her thesis on self-regulating strategies and instrumental music learning.

Annabelle has recorded with the White Label, the Muso Label, Indésens / Calliope Records, Naxos, Toccata Classics, and Metier Records. Annabelle and pianist Luka Okros recently recorded an album featuring contemporary composer Valentin Bibik’s three sonatas for violin and piano (June 2023). She has also appeared with orchestras including the Longbow Ensemble (UK), the Liège Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (BE), the Lille National Orchestra (FR) and the Royal Flemish Orchestra (BE) and has performed at many festivals including International Spring Orchestra Festival (Malta), the Folles Journées (France) and Wigmore Hall (UK) among others. Annabelle was previously a Professor of Violin and the Director of Chamber Music (French State Teaching Competition Laureate, tenured) at Roubaix State Conservatory of Music in France from 2016 to 2022. Since 2016, she also works as a Strategic Pedagogy Consultant for the Belgian National Council for Education. Annabelle joined Levine’s faculty in 2023 and has over 20 years of experience as a violin teacher. She is excited to return to Camp Levine for another summer!

I am an elementary art teacher in MCPS. I have a BFA in Sculpture and Expanded Media and a MAT in Elementary Education. My goal this summer is to support the development of campers creative confidence, artistic identity, and critical thinking and problem solving skills. I plan to accomplish this through a variety of material processes and techniques and providing opportunities for student choice.

Venezuelan guitarist Marbelly Davila found her music inspiration and motivation early, playing any guitar-like instrument available to her like the Venezuelan cuatro and the mandolin. Growing up in a country with a rich musical culture, and listening to many great guitarists, she was quickly propelled toward the realm of classical guitar. Singing has always been an important part of Mrs. Davila’s musical journey as well as collaborating with other musicians, frequently acting as accompanist for choirs on guitar, lute, mandolin or cuatro. Mrs. Davila has performed in numerous guitar ensembles and in orchestras. Recently, she played in the Virtual Guitar Orchestra, where she had the pleasure of performing with one of her guitar idols, Mr. Pepe Romero. Excited by the aspects of teaching, Mrs. Davila has actively participated in the Early Music Education Seminar and Professors Development Workshops at Simón Bolívar University in Venezuela. In the United States, she participated in “Singing circles,” at the New England Conservatory, which focused on the Kodály methodology, and in the Dalcroze Summer Institute at the Longy School of Music. She holds a Bachelor of Music from Peabody Conservatory and a Master of Music from the Catholic University of America. In her free time Mrs. Davila loves playing duets and trios with her children and riding the bicycle.

Fran Revert is a distinguished music educator, composer, pianist, and producer with over 20 years of experience, known for integrating culture and technology into music education. His work spans developing comprehensive music curriculums for all levels and composing and producing music for the animated film “Condorito, The Movie,” which saw significant success in Latin America. His involvement in children’s music, including projects that have earned him a Latin Grammy nomination, showcases his versatility and creativity. Fran’s educational album, “Olé & Play!,” has been praised for its innovative approach to combining music education with entertainment. With a rich educational background from the University of Chichester and Berklee College of Music, Fran excels in music theory, composition, and performance. Based in Gaithersburg, MD, he continues to inspire through his dedication to music education and his significant contributions to the music industry, making a lasting impact on students and audiences alike.

Maya Cooper graduated with high distinction from the Eastman School of Music with a BM in Music Education. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Choral Conducting at Westminster Choir College. Maya is primarily a pianist and vocalist, but also plays several other instruments such as guitar and ukulele. She has been working with Camp Levine since 2023, and is very excited to share her love and passion of the arts with young students.

My name is Audrey Fauvel, and I am currently a graduate student at Radford University studying Music Therapy after graduating from VCU with a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Music. Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I love sharing the joy of learning music with others! My classroom motto is “Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Have Fun”! I’m excited to be working with Camp Levine for the summer; let’s put on a great show!

Arianne began playing the flute in fifth grade. Since then, her passion for music fueled her to receive a B.M. in Music Education from San Jose State University, CA. While living in California, she directed multiple elementary bands, coached woodwind and brass sectionals at different middle and high schools, and taught marching band. At the same time, she was also performing with her college’s wind ensemble, symphonic band, orchestra, marching band, and color guard while also picking up outside gigs such as subbing in community theatres or the Googler Orchestra. After marrying her husband (who is now a trumpet player for the Quantico Marine Band), she has the opportunity to travel and teach. She has since served as a reliable music substitute in North Carolina and Virginia. Arianne looks forward to showing the students at Camp Levine the music and skills she’s learned on her adventures!

Aaron Klaus is an active music educator and performer in the DC area, regularly performing with ensembles such as the Symphony of the Potomac and the Accord Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, he teaches elementary instrumental music in Montgomery County Public Schools. Mr. Klaus received a Master of Music in Trumpet Performance with a post-baccalaureate certification in Music Education from Towson University in 2017 and a Bachelor of Music in Trumpet Performance and Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Oberlin College in 2011.