Danilo Mezzadri is a ACUE Distinguished Teaching Scholar and Professor of Flute at The Univ. of Southern Mississippi. Dr. Mezzadri has a “glowing, golden tone,” “vivid musicality” (Fanfarre Magazine), and his “dexterity is enviable” (British Flute Society). Besides being Principal Flute Soloist at Gulf Coast and North Mississippi Symphony Orchestras, Danilo has performed more than forty concerts as a soloist around the globe.

Italian flutist Fabio Angelo Colajanni teaches at the Modena and Terni music conservatories and serves as principal piccolo at The Italian Army Band. A versatile flautist, Mr. Colajanni not only performs with several of Italy’s finest orchestras, but he also collaborates in many musical projects with popular artist in pop, radio, television, and cinema.

Dr. Susan Ruggiero is an Assistant Professor of Music at William Carey University where she teaches applied voice and flute, music theory and directs the operas. Susan, a MET Opera District Winner and First Place Winner in Shreveport Opera’s ‘Singer of the Year’ Competition, has performed at venues in Brazil, Italy, and throughout the United States. 

Pianist Dr. Brian Murphy is active as a soloist, collaborative pianist, chamber musician, and pedagogue, and has performed throughout the United States, Mexico, Chile, and Germany. Brian is on faculty at William Carey University where he teaches piano, music history, and collaborates with guest artists, faculty, and various ensembles.