William Knight
William Knight: Multi-Instrumentalist Instructor at Hickory Arts William Knight studied Jazz Guitar Performance and Bluegrass, Old Time & Country Music at East Tennessee State University. He now offers Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced lessons in Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, and Ukulele at Hickory Arts. Early Musical Beginnings William’s passion for music began early, influenced by his grandparents' ...Heather Niemi Savage
Heather Niemi Savage: Accomplished Piano and Composition Instructor Heather Niemi Savage earned her B.A. from the University of Rhode Island College of Arts and Sciences, double majoring in Music and Elementary Education. She also holds a Master’s in Music Composition from Appalachian State University. Heather is available for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Piano Lessons, as ...Chelsea Westbrook
Chelsea Westbrook: Piano Instructor at Hickory Arts Chelsea Westbrook has spent her life performing and is now available for Beginner and Intermediate Piano Lessons at Hickory Arts. Her passion for music drives her to share the joy of playing and teaching with others, making lessons fun and engaging. Early Start in Music Chelsea began piano ...Darren Lael
Darren Lael: Advanced Piano Instructor at Hickory Arts Darren Lael earned degrees from North Carolina School of the Arts and University of Maryland, including collaborative studies at University of Colorado, and is available for Traditional Advanced Piano Lessons at Hickory Arts. Broad Experience in Regional and National Theatre Productions A native of Hickory, Darren Lael ...Corey Raquel Lovelace
Corey Raquel Lovelace: Accomplished Lyric Soprano and Vocal Instructor Lyric Soprano Corey Raquel Lovelace completed her Master’s in Vocal Performance at DePaul University. Prior to this, she earned her undergraduate degree at North Park University in Chicago, IL. Now, Corey offers Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Voice Lessons at Hickory Arts. With extensive experience in both ...Jeff Hartman
Got Jeff? Jeff Hartman is an award-winning actor/director and Artistic Director for Hickory Arts. ASU alumnus—Advertising/Theater/Music. Teaching/touring professionally since 1992. Private Study since 1983. Jeff is available at Hickory Arts for Voice, Acting, Artist Development, Songwriting/Publishing, Audition Prep, Beginner Piano & Guitar, and Self-Accompaniment. jshartman.com @hickoryarts #jeffhartman #voice #acting #artistdevelopment #songwriting #auditionprep #selfaccompaniment Many distinct ...Jackson Sigmon
Jackson Sigmon: Experienced Bass Instructor at Hickory Arts Jackson Sigmon studied at Elon University, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and Lenoir-Rhyne University and is available for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Bass Lessons at Hickory Arts. Early Musical Journey and Education Jackson Sigmon has been playing bass since the age of twelve and came up ...Brother Jeremiah
Brother Jeremiah, played by William Edward Morgan (seen here “Cuttin' Footloose”), is a Puritan who cares for nothing more than to maintain a completely virtuous life. Much like the character of Rev. Shaw Moore in Footloose, his conviction takes priority over all things, including his daughter, the theater, and the other ills of society. In ...Bea
Bea, played by Carol Anne Hartman, is Nick’s wife, and she does her best to defy the limited role of Elizabethan women to help support the household. She even disguises herself as a man to take on different jobs despite her husband’s opinion. Bea takes on several disguises as a man to earn extra income ...4