Brass & Winds at PPS
Woodwinds
Hayley Plauger
Saxophonist, educator, and Maryland native, Hayley Plauger now resides in Pittsburgh, where she teaches K-8 General Music at Propel Hazelwood. As a passionate educator, Hayley strives to give equal opportunities to anyone who wants to learn an instrument, regardless of their age or ability.
Brass
Dr. Larry Dine
Dr. Larry Dine is an active tuba performer in the region. He is a regular member of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra and performs with the Wheeling Symphony, River City Brass, West Virginia Symphony, and Westmoreland Symphony. He holds degrees from the Eastman School of Music, Duquesne University, West Virginia University, and Capital University.
Guitar, Winds & Piano
Alejandro Russo-Arnal
Alejandro began playing the guitar at the age of 9 and studied privately throughout his time in school. He received his Bachelor of Music from the University of South Florida, and his Master of Music from Duquesne University, with a focus on clarinet performance. Alejandro has experience playing with a wide variety of ensembles and styles.