Our Team


FOUNDER | FLUTE | PIANO
Anna Zimmer
Owner of Middle C Music, developed her love for music early, starting piano lessons and adding the flute at age 10. She played in the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra and attended the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts School. At 19, she studied classical flute performance at Berklee College of Music and later transferred to the Boston Conservatory. In 2019, Anna opened Middle C Music in Denver, later expanding to Mandeville Louisiana. "I strive to inspire students and make music enjoyable, allowing them to discover the passion I found," says Anna.


HARP | PIANO | SALES MANAGER
Wesley Daniels
Wesley, originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, chose Loyola University New Orleans for its musical ties to Louisiana She studied Music Industry Studies and Classical Harp Performance, beginning her harp journey in 2009 under Laura Byrne and Rachel Van Voorhees. After graduating in 2020, Wesley became a professional harpist, performing at various events across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast while also teaching private harp and piano lessons. She is a wife and mother of three who enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with family.


GUITAR
David Mcghee
Dave McGhee Hails, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, studied guitar performance at the Atlanta Institute of Music. He moved to Chicago at 22, teaching guitar and performing at blues clubs, including Kingston Mines with Charlie Love and the Silky Smooth Blues Band. After several years, he pursued aviation at Middle Georgia State University, earning his commercial pilot license and later majoring in Air Traffic Management, which led to a career as an air traffic controller in Miami. After nearly eight years in Miami, Dave has relocated to the Northshore to share his musical passion with his students.
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BASS | ACOUSTIC GUITAR
Taylor Mroski
Taylor Mroski is a professional bassist, guitarist, songwriter, and producer from Covington, Louisiana. He across New Orleans in various venues and has expertise in music production and promotion. A 2016 Music Education graduate from Loyola University New Orleans, Taylor has toured with several. He is eager to assist musicians at any stage of their journey.
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PERCUSSION | PIANO
Chris Fletcher
​Chris Fletcher is a percussionist in New Orleans, originally from Maine, where he taught music for 26 years. He moved to Louisiana be near his musician sons. A versatile musician, Chris has played in various bands, including the Maine Marimba Ensemble. He teaches drums, percussion, and piano and is excited to share his passion for music at Middle C Music.
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CLARINET | PIANO
Aubrey Farriel
Aubrey, a clarinetist from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Louisiana State University (2019). For the past four years, she has served as Assistant Band Director at Mandeville High School, where her bands consistently received Superior ratings. A member of the Louisiana Music Educators Association and Secretary for the District IX Band Directors Association, Aubrey has taught for 12 years and is passionate about music education, also teaching brass, woodwinds, and piano.

MT-BC | PIANO | CLARINET
Amy Azwell, MT-BC
Ms. Amy Azwell is a licensed music therapist from Slidell, LA. She holds a Bachelor’s of vocal music education from Mississippi State University, where she was a member of the Famous Maroon Marching Band, the State Singers choral ensemble, clarinet ensemble, and Mississippi State University Opera Workshop. Ms. Amy also holds a music therapy equivalency bachelor’s degree from Mississippi University for Women, where she was part of the Mississippi University for Women Wind Ensemble. Ms. Amy loves crafts, old movies, and puzzles, and is thrilled to be part of the Middle C Music team as a music therapist, piano and voice teacher.

SAXOPHONE
Jordan Cannon
Jordan Cannon is a music education major at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and a proud graduate of Mandeville High School. As part of the leadership team in the Pride of the Southland Marching Band, and an active member of the Concert Band, Saxophone Ensemble, and Tennessee Steam Saxophone Quartet, Jordan brings energy and dedication to every performance. Now at Middle C Music, he's passionate about helping students discover their voice and place in the music world.

TROMBONE
Landon Blocker
Mr. Landon Blocker graduated from Louisiana State University in 201 with a Bachelor’s in Music Education. performed in various ensembles and served as Assistant Band Director at Hahnville High School for two years before moving to Slidell High School, where he became Band Director in 2022. Mr. Blocker has consistently received superior ratings at assessments and has performed professionally in several productions, including Shrek the Musical. He is currently the District Director for the District IX Band Directors Association and a member of the Louisiana Music Educators Association.