Conservatory Faculty by Program

The Cleveland Institute of Music has assembled a dedicated faculty of international acclaim committed to leading students to the highest professional standards. These practicing artists/teachers pass on a wealth of experience to their students. Click on faculty name to read their biographical information.

* - denotes a member of The Cleveland Orchestra

** - denotes a retired member of The Cleveland Orchestra

Music Theory

Richard Nelson, Head

Timothy Cutler

Marshall Griffith

Jeanette Davis Ostrander

Lisa Rainsong

Diane Urista

Donald Watts

Music Literature

Erik Mann

Quentin Quereau

Carol Ruzicka

Sean Schulze

John Simmons

World Music Rhythms

Jamey Haddad

Kip Reed

Bobby Selvaggio

Eurhythmics Department

Brian Sweigart, Head

David Gilson

Choral Conducting

David Gilson

Todd Wilson

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