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BJs Songbirds 2007-2008 staff

 

Barbara Jean

Barbara Jean Peckins-Muszynski(BJ)owner

Instructor: Vocal, Piano, Acting and Show Choirs

Ms. BJ is a 1987 graduate of Davison High School (member of Varsity & Chow choir, as well as acting and debate teams.) She attended University of Michigan in the study of Music Education and also attended Oakland University in the study of a BA in Musical Theater, vocal performance. Ms. BJ studied voice privately at New York Broadway Arts. Ms. BJ is married to her loving husband Rob and has a 3 yr old son Carter Michael. Also living in the Muszynski home is pampered poochs "blossom Puddles"  and "Captain Jack" Muszynski. Prior to Opening her studio in 2002 Ms Bj was no stranger to the performing arts world. She began as a young child performing in local community theater productions only to become on of the main soloist for Christmas at Whiting. Later in life she became the Music Director for Christmas at Whiting (1994-1997). Following College Ms. BJ has tested her hand in the performance world touring with 3 professional Broadway tours. Upon finishing her last tour she realize that her heart was main desire was to become a wife and mother and decided to head home and give her education and experience to the younger generation. She became the Head of Performing Arts department at Deborah's Stage Door Performing Arts Center (Rochester Hills, MI 1997-2002). Teaching 52+ students as well as a competition team and 4 show choirs. In her short life she has directed over 25 musicals and performed in 30+ musical productions. To her credit and joy she has a number of students who now have careers touring with Broadway productions, commercials, LA Careers and are dancing and singing professionally.

stacy hurley

Stacy Hurley (office administrator)

You can find Stacy in the office doing bookkeeping, and managing the office. Stacy is a 1992 graduate from Davison High School. She married her high school sweet heart in 1994 and has two children Brooklyn and Kolten. Brooklyn and Kolten are both involved in the Competition team at songbirds. After graduation she attended the University of Michigan-Flint where she studied early childhood development for 4 years. In the past Stacy has worked as a preschool teacher, assistant director at Hill School latchkey, bookkeeper/office manager for both Don Ryan Insurance Agency and The Max of Michigan. Stacy’s outside interests include scrap booking, spending time with her family, watching racing and hockey and redecorating. Stacy hopes to help provide a safe and happy environment to learn in, while keeping the bills straight. Come on in and see her if you have any questions or problems.

erin bishop

Erin Bishop (choreographer)

Erin comes to us from Rochester Hills Michigan with a wealth of experience to offer our students. She has been a dance instructor for 8 yrs (at Deborah’s Stage Door in Rochester Hills.) As well as teaching, Mrs. Erin has danced competitively for over 10 years and has won numerous national dance, choreography and entertainment awards. Mrs. Erin has studied dance in New York, L.A. and Orlando. She won and was aired on ABC’s “Showstoppers Nations Championships” in 1996 and 1998. She also performed in the following : Disney world, Detroit Pistons Half time show, Hob Nobble Gobble (Detroit’s Black tie society benefit) and the Thanksgiving Day Parade to name a few. Erin is married to her loving husband Karl and has two Puppies/kids names Charllote and Chauncey.

kelly good

Kelly Good (Voice and Choreographer)

Ms Kelly is Currently a Junior at the University of Michigan Flint pursuing BA in Vocal Performance and Minor in dance. You may recognize the sound of her voice. She can be heard in the Radio Commercial for Spartan pool hall and Meijer to name a few. Ms Kelly has dance with several competition dance teams across the county. She lives in Davison with her new husband Mathew. In free time she enjoys gardening, singing, dancing and studying nutrition.

theresa raysin

Theresa Raysin (Piano)

Theresa is 1985 graduate of Davison High school (where she was a member of Varsity choir, student council , Drama club, a National Merit scholarship finalist. After high school Theresa Attended The University of Michigan with a double major in cultural anthropology and English lit and added 2yrs to her classical piano training. Ms. Theresa studied 15 years privately under Patricia Miracle. She has Served on the DDA Board (2000-2005), Chamber of Commerce Board (1999-2002), sat on the board of directors for the Fair winds girl scout council and is the current director of the “Miss Davison Scholarship pageant.” Served as a accompanist and soloist for the 1985 European tour Southern Michigan youth Chorale.

Mr Steve

Steve Bower (Guitar)

Songbirds is thrilled to welcome Mr. Steve to our team. To say that music is in his blood is a understatement. Mr. Steve has been playing the guitar since he was a young child and has turned the love for music into a promising teaching career. In his early years he played with Greg and Craig Frost from Grand Funk Railroad on a frequent basis. Steve and his loving wife Teresa have been married for 17 yrs and have 3 children James, Joe and Ashley(Nicky) Married 17 years to Teresa. He can also be seen working at Hank Graffs where he has been employed for the past 10 yrs.

Heather Reetz (Pop/Rock Vocal Trainer)

Songbirds is excited to add a new spectrum to our studio in Heather.  Heather love for the arts stemmed from childhood.  She is a 1987 graduate of Ogemaw Heights High School where she participated in all forms of the arts.  She also directed a small show choir of her piers while in school.  Heather is the recipient of the National Scholastic Choral Award .  She plays clarinet,  saxophone,  and guitar.  Heather also directed her church choir for two years at Otisville United Methodist Church.  She is currently singing and playing saxophone with her band Paving Allison and filling in with two other bands.  Heather writes music and is currently expanding her knowledge of guitar by taking lessons herself here at Songbirds.  She enjoys sharing her love of music with her two daughters ages 6 & 8 (also Competition students here at Songbirds)   and her husband Carl of 13 years.  We are thrilled to have her join the staff and family here at Songbirds.

Teacher Apprentices

Kelly Holland

Kelly Holland

Kelly Holland is a graduate of our apprentice program. If this isn't your first year at Songbirds, chances are you've probably seen her around the studio. She is a fun, outgoing girl who always has a smile on her face. She has been a competition student for four years and has competed on the national level. She has won three platinum awards as a soloist, and has been awarded for outstanding achievement and citizenship. She is 17 year old junior who attends Davison High School . Her heart is set on becoming a grade school teacher after college. Besides singing, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family, friends and shopping.

Kelli Kraemer

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Kellie Rowe

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Erica Halabicky

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