MEET OUR TEACHERS
Our Story.
Lincroft Music School was founded in February 2003 by Sheri & Lucien Nocelli, who live in right in Lincroft with their family. Our philosophy is that learning an instrument should be a FUN and REWARDING experience for every student, regardless of age or playing level. Our students are family. Being a part of the Monmouth County Community for 21 years, our greatest joy is watching our students blossom into musicians.
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All of our teachers hold a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Music and are working, professional musicians. Helping students get a full and vibrant music education while making music FUN is our priority.
POSITION: When you enter Lincroft Music, you will be greeted by Sheri at the front desk in the reception room. She has been running the music school with her husband since 2003. She does all of the scheduling, phones and social media for the studio. She organizes all of the studios programs as well.
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BIO: Sheri lives in Lincroft with her husband and family. She also owns and manages the Broadway road production Beatlemania Stage Show which tours internationally. She is a published author as well. Her memoir "Life, Love... Leukemia" was published in July of 2013. She is passionate about all of her endeavors, especially running the music studio and ensuring that each student feels like they are part of the Lincroft Music family.
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GUITAR: All Levels & Styles (Specializes in extreme advanced guitar, rock, progressive, metal, Jazz & Jazz Fusion)
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
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BASS: All Levels & Styles
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UKULELE: All Levels
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CLASSES: Jazz Jam Program, Blues Program, Advanced Guitar Master Classes, All-Star Bands
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BIO:
Lucien Nocelli is a renowned musician who has been influencing the music industry internationally for over 30 years. A guitarist and multi-instrumentalist since the age of 5, Lucien has performed and recorded with some of this country's top musicians. He has several major albums to his credit. Lucien also is a current touring cast member of the internationally touring broadway production of Beatlemania Stage Show in the role of John Lennon.
He has been teaching guitar since 18 years old, and throughout his years of sharing his knowledge of guitar with his students, he came to develop "The Nocelli Guitar Method", which has become a standard for guitar instructors around the world in their teachings, as well as an invaluable tool for guitarists of all ages and levels. With private teaching experience of over 35 years, Lucien is Lincroft Music's resident advanced guitar instructor. While he does enjoy teaching all levels including beginner and intermediate, many of his students are professional working guitarists who are looking to better their soloing and overall guitar abilities.
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PIANO: All Levels & Styles
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VOICE: All Levels
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PROGRAMS: Vocal Showcases
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BIO: Stephanie began singing and playing the piano at the age of 7 and hasn’t looked back. From an early age she was immersed in Broadway, jazz, rock, classical, you name it and she wanted to be a part of it. She went on to earn several degrees including an Associates in Social Sciences, Bachelors of Music as well as her teaching certificate.
Stephanie has worked in the public and private school system and taught piano, vocals, and percussion for the past 15 years. Vocally she has a wide range of genres to share. From broadway to the opera, art song to jazz, classic rock to pop she enjoys it and loves to sing it all.
Stephanie adds a personal touch to every lesson, ensuring every student develops a love for their lessons and instrument. She enjoys offering her broad knowledge of music to aid in song selection and performance etiquette, allowing her to cater to each of her students on an individual level.
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DRUMS: All Levels & Styles​
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GUITAR: All Levels & Styles
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UKULELE: Beginner - Intermediate
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PROGRAMS: Jam Sessions, All-Star Bands,
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CLASSES: Group Guitar, Rhythm Factory
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BIO: Mike has always loved music, and began at an early age with guitar and drums. He went on to study at Kean University in NJ. He has toured extensively, and giving private instruction in the tri-state area. He has served as musical director for music institutes in New Jersey.
Mikes style of teaching incorporates the students music interests, as well as exposing them to new genres and sounds to widen their musical knowledge. His extensive knowledge of music helps him customize each lesson for each students interested. You can hear anything from Metallica to "Ode to Joy" coming from his lesson room on any given day. His focus on helping each student achieve high levels of personal musical growth helps them develop into well rounded musicians. He strives to create a lifelong love of music, giving students the tools they need to succeed in their own musical journey.
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VOICE: All Levels & Styles
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
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CLASSES: Lincroft Singers, Broadway Club, Group Piano
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BIO: Dannielle began her studies in voice and piano at a young age, and took this love of music into adulthood. She majored in Classical Voice Performance at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. Resume highlights include Sweeney Todd, Le Nozze di Figaro, and various opera scenes. She has been a featured soprano soloist in many choral works, such as Bernstein's Chichester Psalms, several Mozart and Bach masses, and more. Her studies lead her to work with several internationally renowned coaches and composers.
Dannielle loves to teach students of all ages. As a voice teacher, her knowledge of pedagogy and performance gives her students tools to blossom in their vocal technique as well as on stage. With both vocal and piano students, she caters lessons to each student’s interests and needs, making sure that each one has the ability to reach their goals. She works to ensure that every student creates their unique musical fingerprint while maintaining a comfortable environment for students to experiment and grow.
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PIANO: All Levels & Styles
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BIO:
Pieter has always been a music lover since childhood, and early on after developing a love for classical music, he knew a career in music was his path. He went on to study at Berklee College of Music where he graduated with his Bachelor's Degree in Music & Composition.
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Pieters calming, fun personality creates a welcoming, comfortable, and ideal environment for his students to begin their own musical journey. He loves helping his students develop their own passion for music and finding their own joys from learning. He enjoys teaching all styles of music, and showing students new genres to explore from pop to rock, from Disney to classical. His lessons include a variety of methods including games, flashcards and fun ways to learn to read music, especially for his youngest students. His number one goal is to ensure that every student develop their own love for music, so they can enjoy it as much as he does.
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CLASSES: Scenes & Songs, Ukulele Circle, Rhythm Factory, Group Singing
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BIO: Elena is a passionate performer, advocate for arts education, and dedicated educator with a strong background in theater and music. With over 10 years of piano experience and a love for musical theater, she received her degree from Monmouth University in Music with a concentration in Music Industry. Elena has performed in a variety of productions, including roles such as Julia Sullivan in The Wedding Singer, Katherine Blake in Freaky Friday, and Jennyanydots in Cats. Alongside performing, Elena has taught classes about set design, costume design, and other behind-the-scenes aspects of theater. She has also supported production teams in music, choreography, and directing.
Elena has years of experience in musical education for younger students. Her calm, kind demeanor allows for students to grow musically in a welcoming environment.
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VOICE: All Levels & Styles
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
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BIO: For as long as she can remember, music has been part of Sam's life, and from a young age she knew it would be her life's work. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from University of the Arts in Philadelphia. She has spent her musical career as a singer/songwriter, performer and instructor to students of all ages.
Sam makes her voice and piano lessons fun and supportive, focusing on each student's personal needs and goals. She mixes exercises to build skills with activities that let students express themselves through music. Her kind and patient teaching style helps students feel comfortable and confident, no matter how experienced they are. Sam's students improve their abilities and develop a stronger connection to the music they play and sing. After each lesson, students feel excited and inspired to keep learning and growing as musicians.
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
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VOICE: All Levels & Styles
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Bree is a passionate music educator, vocalist, and songwriter with nearly a decade of experience teaching voice, general music, and choir to students of all ages. Bree holds a Music Certification from Brookdale Community College and has taught in both public schools and private music academies across NJ and the greater NYC area.
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As a voice teacher, Bree creates a welcoming, supportive space where students feel safe to take risks, be themselves, and grow at their own pace. Every lesson is tailored to the student’s unique voice, goals, and interests—helping them build confidence, develop strong technique, and connect more deeply with the music they love.
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DRUMS: Beginner to Advanced
GUITAR: Beginner to Intermediate
UKULELE: Beginner to Intermediate
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BIO: David started playing drums and guitar at a young age and never looked back. His love of music flourished fast, and he took any opportunity to perform from there. He developed an interest in Jazz, which led to opportunities like performing with the All-State Jazz Band as a high school freshman. He went on to pursue an education in music, studying Jazz and Rock at University of Miami School of Music, where he studied with Jazz greats Keith Copeland and Greg Buford.
David has extensive touring experience, touring with a heavy metal band opening for bands such as Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson and Anthrax.
David loves providing an exciting, supporting environment for his students. His fun demeanor helps students of all ages and levels to feel comfortable to explore all aspects of learning music in their lessons. He loves helping students take music to the next level, and guiding them to unlock their full potential as a drummer or guitarist.
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PIANO: Beginner to Advanced
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BIO: Sue started playing piano at the age of 4, which developed quickly into a lifelong passion for music. By age 5, she performed Beethoven's Fur Elise in concert, and by age 8 she performed Moonlight Sonata live on national radio. She went on to earn her Bachelor in Music from the Peabody Conservatory of the John Hopkins University. She has been teaching as a piano teacher for 20+ years.
Sue loves to teach students of all ages, from young beginners to adults. She focuses on helping each student develop a solid foundation on piano, and ensures they truly understand the building blocks to help them grow as musicians. By helping her students learn music they love, she helps them develop their own passion for music and helps them translate that into their piano playing. Her vibrant and positive personality makes learning fun, exciting, and inspiring for students of all ages and levels.
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VOICE: Beginner to Advanced
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
BIO: Leigh fell in love with singing at a young age and went on to earn a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Westminster Choir College, with dual expertise in voice and piano. A passionate and dynamic educator, she teaches high school choir and piano, drawing on years of experience with students of all ages.
Leigh's fun, warm personality lend perfectly to her lessons. She enjoys teaching all styles of music including Pop, Musical Theater and Classical. She's enthusiastic about helping students develop a lifelong love of music, while giving them the tools and techniques to blossom into independent musicians. Always with a smile, she ensures that each students musical journey is positive, encouraging and inspiring.
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ART CLASSES: All Art Classes
BIO: Julie developed a passion for the visual arts at an early age, which led her to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. With over a decade of experience in arts education, she has taught a wide range of students in both public school and private studio settings, covering disciplines such as drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and mixed media. Most recently, she served as the Director of One River School in Middletown, NJ, where she led a team of educators and helped shape the school into a creative hub for the community.
She has dedicated herself to arts education, inspiring students across a wide range of ages and artistic disciplines. Julie teaches kids, teens, and adults, and brings a vibrant, encouraging energy to every class! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your skills, Julie creates a welcoming space where students of all levels can explore, express, and enjoy the creative process.
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VOICE: Beginner to Advanced
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PIANO: Beginner to Intermediate
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CLASSES: Group Piano
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BIO: Annie is a lifelong music lover, and knew early on she wanted music to be a part of her life. She went on to earn her Master's of Music Education at Boston University. She teachers music and theater in the school system, instructing general music classes, choral groups, and directing musical theater productions.
Annie focuses on developing skills that students can continue to expand on, and prides herself on her inclusivity of many genres and approaches. She teaches every student with a focus on learning being fun, while ensuring they gain a full understanding of their instrument. With her uplifting personality, her students can always be seen coming into and leaving their lessons with big smiles!
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PIANO: Beginner to Advanced
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BIO: Helen has been passionate about music for as long as she can remember. She pursued her musical interests and received her Bachelor's Degree in Performing Arts from Stockton University. As a classically trained pianist, she has performed and taught for many years.
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Helen enjoys teaching piano lessons to children, teens and adults alike. While her specialty in Classical, she loves teaching any genre of music. Her approach to music education allows students to play any style of music they are interested in. She aims to inspire her students and help them gain the confidence to achieve their musical goals. Her lessons are tailored to each student and incorporate a variety of subjects, like technique, artistry, and music theory. She loves finding new and creative ways to make each lesson fun and exciting!
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ACTING: All ages, styles and levels
BIO: Elayna has had a love for theatre and musical theatre for as long as she can remember. From performing in school plays and musicals to studying the craft in depth, her passion for the stage has only grown stronger over the years. She earned her BFA in Theatre Arts/Performance from Wagner College and went on to receive her Master’s in Drama as Education/Applied Theatre from Emerson College.
Elayna’s bubbly, personable energy makes helps students of all ages come out of their shell while learning acting. She brings joy and enthusiasm to every class. With a strong background in both acting and musical theatre, Elayna creates a fun, supportive environment where students can build confidence, tap into their creativity, and fall in love with the art of performance.
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BASSOON: All Levels & Styles
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SAXOPHONE, FLUTE, OBOE, CLARINET: Beginner to Intermediate
BIO: Mike is a highly accomplished musician with a master's degree in music education from Boston University. With an impressive 23-year career as a musician in the US Army, Mike has honed his skills and expertise in various musical disciplines. His primary instrument is the bassoon, and he is highly skilled in double reed playing, mastering the techniques required for optimal tone production and breath control. He is proficient in playing all woodwind instruments, including the flute, clarinet, oboe, and saxophone, showcasing his versatility and dedication to his craft.
Mikes passion for music is evident in his teaching and mentoring of aspiring musicians, helping them develop their skills and achieve their musical goals. With a deep understanding of music theory and practice, Mike continues to inspire and contribute to the world of music through his teaching and performances.
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CLASSES: Mini Musicians, Musical Spectrum
BIO: Ashley has been surrounded by music her whole life. Starting at a young age playing the flute, she quickly felt her passion grow with all things music. She went on to earn her BA in Music from TCNJ. She has years of experience in early childhood education, specializing in working with children on the Autism Spectrum.
Ashley's kind, welcoming personality makes her a perfect instructor for our Mini Musicians Class. She's passionate about helping our 4-6 year olds start their musical journey, showing them the foundations of music and helping them find the instrument that speaks to them. She loves helping students explore new areas of music, and helping them start their own musical journey. Ashleys positive, warm approach to teaching allows for a safe, comforting space for students with special needs or on the Autism Spectrum to flourish with their musical journey.
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PIANO: Beginner to Advanced
BIO: Zach has always had a deep love for music. He earned his degree in Music Theory and Composition at NYU, where he trained with inspiring contemporary composers and explored everything from classical music to rock and electronic styles.
With a background that includes playing in bands, composing original music, and performing in a variety of settings, Zach brings a creative and well-rounded approach to his lessons. Zach’s lessons are designed to be engaging and tailored to each student’s interests—whether that means learning a favorite pop song, exploring classical pieces, or even writing music of your own. He values how music can support mental and emotional well-being, and loves sharing that positive impact with students of all ages.
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DRUMS: All Levels & Styles
BIO: Frank has had a passion for music from a very young age and has always incorporated music into his life. He went on to study at Berklee College of Music as well as the Jazz Program at William Patterson. With over 20 years of touring theater performances as well as teaching, he brings multifaceted knowledge to his drum lessons for students of all ages.
Franks sets the tone for his lessons to be positive and productive from, from day one helping students enjoy learning the drums. His wide range of musical knowledge allows him to tailor each student's lesson plan accordingly to their musical tastes and needs. He always goes the extra mile to ensure his students are excelling in their own musical journey. He strives to create a friendly and supportive environment for his students, tailoring each lesson to help each student reach their individual goals. He is passionate about helping each student develop strong musicianship and confidence in their craft while instilling a love for music.
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DRUMS: All Levels & Styles
BIO: Frank has had a passion for music from a very young age and has always incorporated music into his life. He went on to study at Berklee College of Music as well as the Jazz Program at William Patterson. With over 20 years of touring theater performances as well as teaching, he brings multifaceted knowledge to his drum lessons for students of all ages.
Franks sets the tone for his lessons to be positive and productive from, from day one helping students enjoy learning the drums. His wide range of musical knowledge allows him to tailor each student's lesson plan accordingly to their musical tastes and needs. He always goes the extra mile to ensure his students are excelling in their own musical journey. He strives to create a friendly and supportive environment for his students, tailoring each lesson to help each student reach their individual goals. He is passionate about helping each student develop strong musicianship and confidence in their craft while instilling a love for music.