Our Teachers: Hanover

Emily is the owner of Mosley Music. In addition to running the studios, she teaches piano lessons, parent-preschool classes, and homeschool classes. Emily began piano lessons at the age of 6. She studied with Grace Chase, Virginia Carroll and Dr. Martha Fickett. She studied voice with Kathy Ahearn at Mary Washington and James Taylor at VCU. Emily has over 20 years of experience teaching private piano lessons, in addition to teaching chorus and general music at every level from preschool to high school in both public and independent school settings. Emily has conducted and accompanied adult and senior adult choirs and welcomes students of all ages. Emily holds a BA in Music from Mary Washington College and a Master of Music with a focus in Music Education from VCU.

Dr. Michelle Kwok is a conductor, singer, and music educator. She brings over a decade of experience in voice instruction, having successfully worked with students of all ages and skill levels. Her students have won prizes at different voice competitions. A classically trained singer, she studied voice with Judith Malafronte, Victoria Browers, Margaret Yim, and Caleb Woo. She previously performed with the GRAMMY®-nominated Westminster Williamson Voices, Westminster Choir, Westminster Symphonic Choir, and Diocesan Choral Society. Michelle has music degrees from Indiana University and Westminster Choir College. She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Music Education from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, LRSM, and DipABRSM (Distinction) in Voice. 

Music has always been a big part of Alisha’s life. She started playing the violin when she was just 7 years old, and all through her childhood and high school years, she performed with the Junior Jammers, a fiddle group based in Idaho. Growing up, her home was always full of music — whether it was playing the violin, piano, or just singing together as a family.

Alisha went on to study at Pensacola Christian College, where she earned both her Bachelor’s in Music Performance and Master’s in Music Education. While there, she was a dedicated member of the college orchestra and participated in several stage productions, including The Sound of Music.

During her graduate studies, Alisha discovered her love for teaching while helping lead a group class of around 40 string students In her own teaching, she focuses on building a solid technical foundation while also encouraging students to play by ear. Her goal is to help each student not just learn their instrument, but also find the same love for music that’s been such a special part of her life.

. Violist Jena Chenkin is accomplished on both violin and viola and performs as a chamber musician and freelance artist.  Ms. Chenkin is a member of  the Williamsburg Symphony and is often invited to perform with the Virginia Symphony and Richmond Symphony.   A Wisconsin native, Ms. Chenkin served as principal violist with both the Racine Symphony and the Waukesha Symphony and was also regularly asked to perform with the Milwaukee Symphony, the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra, and the Florentine Opera Company.  As a soloist, Ms. Chenkin performed with the Racine Symphony and also the UW-Wisconsin Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra.

Ms. Chenkin has appeared on stage with Van Clyburn, Itzhak Perlman, Red Skelton, Mitch Miller, Frank Sinatra Jr., Harry Connick Jr., The Moody Blues, Mannheim Steamroller, Tony Bennett, Bruce Hornsby, Josh Groban, Toni Tennille, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Boyz II Men,  and Monica Mancini.  Ms. Chenkin has also performed with the rock band Yes, and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, a heavy metal rock band. 

As an educator, Ms. Chenkin taught at the Governor's School for the Arts from 2000 to 2006,  the Academy of Music in Norfolk from 2000 to 2020, and has been a chamber music coach for the Williamsburg Youth Orchestra from 2003 to 2025.  Ms. Chenkin has B.A. in music performance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.  

Alexander is a versatile pianist, singer and an audio engineer with over 10 years of teaching experience. Holding a Master’s degree in Music Technology from New York University and a Bachelor’s degree in Interactive Music, Computer, and Art from UC San Diego. Alex brings a unique blend of technical expertise, artistic sensitivity to his lessons and he specialises in piano and voice.

Alexander has an extensive performance background, having performed with esteemed choirs such as the The Westminster Chorus and Diocesan Choral Society. He has won awards from numerous international competitions, including the World Choir Games, World Choir Championships, Tokyo International Choir Competition, International Johannes Brahms Competition, and  the Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Championship.

Wendy Keene is an all-around classical strings teacher with her primary instrument being cello.  She also learned violin and viola in high school and has been regularly performing and teaching on all three instruments for more than 25 years.  She has maintained a private lesson studio at several different locations, both personally as well as through business entities.  She has performed with several area regional orchestras, small ensembles as well as solo work.  Ms. Keene strives to make music lessons fun and informative and is adept at teaching all ages.  She looks forward to her relationship with Mosley Music and all the future students she will meet through them.

. Benjamin Pearson is a seasoned multi-instrumentalist with over 16 years of piano experience, alongside guitar and bass expertise. His musical repertoire spans classical, jazz, hymns, and contemporary Christian music, shaped by years of performing for local churches, gospel choirs, and live shows across Charlotte, NC and Williamsburg. From intimate worship services to lively gigs, He brings a rich blend of technical skill and heartfelt expression to every performance. Currently a music major at William & Mary, graduating in the winter of 2025, he also composes original works that showcase his deep understanding of musical storytelling.

With a strong foundation in teaching—ranging from Spanish to literacy skills—Benjamin is now channeling his educational experience into sharing his true passion: music. He offers personalized instruction designed to inspire confidence, develop technique, and cultivate creativity in his students. Whether guiding beginners through their first chords or helping advanced players refine their artistry, Benjamin’s goal is to equip each student with the skills and joy that music has brought to his own life.

Hailing from Fairfax, VA, Aaron has more than 15 years of performance experience across the piano, viola, and accordion. He has played both solo and in many ensembles including several chamber groups and three years as the principal violist of the William & Mary Symphony Orchestra. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from William & Mary in 2025, where he studied Music and Physics.

In addition to performance, Aaron is an avid composer and has written music for several student concerts and productions.

Having taught lab classes in the physics department at his alma mater, Aaron is excited to continue his teaching career at Mosley Music. As an instructor, he hopes to help students discover their own passion for music.

Declan is a guitarist and pianist who has been practicing for fifteen years. Playing keys, guitar, and singing in bands with friends since the age of ten, Declan has always had a passion for sharing music. He is a senior at the College of William & Mary, studying music and mathematics. At William and Mary, Declan has been a two-year consecutive recipient of the Aurelia Behm Walford Scholarship in Classical Music. He excels at experimentation in music, taking harp and oud lessons at William & Mary, playing oud in the Middle Eastern Music Ensemble. Declan has teaching experience as both the Teaching Assistant for William & Mary's songwriting class, as well as the Art Specialist in the summer program at Tucker Elementary School in Milton, MA. 

    Declan's teaching approach emphasizes a rapport between student and teacher to help understand the goals of his students, as well as the challenges they face. The plan for success will then be individually molded to help each student progress towards their goals, supported by a foundation of practice and technique. Declan is at his happiest seeing artistry blossom among his peers. Teaching at Mosley Music is a way for him to plant and water the seeds of artistry in his students. Declan's mathematical background lets him present music theory and notation in a cut-and-dry, understandable manner. He hopes that presenting his students with these tools will give them the confidence and agency to reach for the stars. 

Caden Wittwer has been playing piano since he was ten. In high school he played in jazz band and even formed his own after school band with his peers from the rhythm section. The band played originals that Caden wrote along with classic jazz standards. Now, Caden takes piano and voice lessons at William and Mary while studying a double major in Biology and Music. For the Spring 2025 semester, Caden studied abroad at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, and although he is studying a general Music degree, his work for his senior project revolves around original composition and digital production. From a teaching perspective, Caden places a heavy emphasis on music theory and a more comprehensive understanding of musical forms in the pieces his students play. He also encourages students to use the knowledge they learn to improvise and perform solos. Apart from teaching his students to improvise, Caden also enjoys tailoring his lessons to the fashion that his students prefer, as he believes that creating a more comfortable and fun environment is most conductive for learning.

Natasha Haines has had a passion for music all of her life– from singing in choirs to receiving certification from the National Piano Guild, she has always appreciated the opportunities music has afforded her. Natasha has a particular interest in music theory– the fascinating mathematics that make music. In her class, Introductory Music Theory, she hopes to instill an appreciation of music in each of her students.

In high school, Natasha sang with her school’s madrigals, and was invited to sing at the Marine Corps Museum. Her experience included working as captain of her a capella team and president of her choir program, along with the various responsibilities associated with both positions, including conducting and arranging. She has had the privilege of attending multiple honors choirs, and was certified with the National Piano Guild for 6 years. 

Natasha is currently a Junior at William & Mary. She is involved in the Botetourt Chamber Singers, and is an intern with Bright Beginnings music, a program designed to integrate music into early childhood education. She spent several semesters working as the vocal director of, and accompanying, the on-campus Eastern European music ensemble. In her studies as a music major, she takes historic keyboard lessons and will begin conducting classes this fall. Beyond music, Natasha is pursuing a major of her own design in Environmental Advocacy, in the hopes of empowering herself and others to improve environmental regulations at the local level.