Executive Director

Email: evan@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 454-4611

As Director, Evan recognizes that the school's success and vibrancy stem from the collective dedication of its faculty, staff, students, families, volunteers, and supporters. Every individual's contribution helps shape the inclusive and dynamic environment that the school is known for.

Evan's journey at ANMS spans a decade, during which he has worn many hats, from Director of Arts and Advancement to an Instructor of Theater. Experiences as a performer, director, and educator further enrich his foundation in arts administration. For Evan, every achievement at ANMS reflects the vibrant community's collective efforts. Evan holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theater and Directing from The Boston Conservatory and studied non-profit advancement at Boston University.

Registrar

Email: registrar@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-8677

Colby Sherwin is a devoted musician and music educator who has experience in improvisation, performance, composition, ensemble leadership, recording production, and community engagement. 

While attending Salem State University for both Business Administration and Music Performance, Colby began what would become a long and enduring journey with musician and mentor, Tony Wolff. Through these regular lessons Colby builds upon his ear training, rhythmic conception, and story-telling abilities across a wide variety of instruments. 

He teaches independent and group lessons and plays drums in various music groups throughout Greater Boston including the Molly Pinto Madigan Band, Elm Street Trio, and Marzipan. He also enjoys singing as well as playing saxophone and guitar.

Colby joins ANMS with years of non-profit administrative experience. 

Operations Coordinator

Email: bridget@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-8996

Bridget has a strong background in collaborating with children and families. With a bachelor’s degree in education from Lasell University she has worked with children for the last five years. Bridget has a passion for mindful movement and completed her 200-hour Wellness, SEL, and Yoga Teacher Certification in 2022. She is currently working toward her 300-hour Transformative Teaching and Leadership Training. Bridget was a student at the All Newton Music School through high school and has taken on various roles at the school throughout the years. She is bringing her excitement and dedication to this community now as Office Administrator.

Music Education Specialist

Email: madisonw@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-7708

Madison Wise is a music educator with over 10 years of experience creating inclusive music programs for students of all ages. She currently serves as the Early Childhood Music Specialist at the All Newton Music School, where she teaches piano lessons and early childhood music classes. Madison has been recognized for her academic achievements, receiving the Ruth Barber Moon Award, and her work has been featured in the Early Childhood Education Journal. She has also shared her expertise on the Parenting Musically podcast. In addition to her teaching, Madison has performed with Opera Idaho, the Franco-American Vocal Academy, and The Rainey Institute. She holds a Master’s in Music Education and dual Bachelor's degrees in Vocal Performance and Music Theory from the University of Idaho.

Marketing and Community Engagement Coordinator

Email: chloef@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-8670

Chloe is originally from Pennsylvania, where she attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania and received a dual bachelor’s degree in Music Education and Music Performance, along with a Music History minor. She recently moved to Boston for post-graduate studies and received her master’s degree in Brass Performance from Boston University. Along with teaching and free-lancing in the greater Boston area, Chloe has worked in client relations for several years and is passionate about connecting with people on an individual basis to make sure they feel seen and heard. She is thrilled to use these skills in conjunction with her passion for music in her role the Student Teacher Placement Specialist for the All Newton Music School.

Development Associate

Email: hannahm@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-8611

Hannah is originally from Belmont Massachusetts, and grew up taking lessons and classes at ANMS on French horn and violin. She received dual degrees in physics and music from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio before returning to the Boston area for graduate studies in French horn performance at the New England Conservatory, which she completed in 2023. At ANMS, Hannah teaches French horn, beginning trumpet, and chamber music. She is an active freelance horn player around New England. Throughout her undergraduate and graduate studies, Hannah worked in a number of capacities in fundraising and nonprofit work, and she is incredibly excited to be working in development at ANMS where she built the foundations of her musicality. Having been a beneficiary of a wonderful music education, she is deeply passionate about building connections with community members and organizations to continue bringing our mission to life.

Inclusion Program Coordinator

Email: cheyennem@allnewton.org

Direct: (617) 433-7111

Cheyenne is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, recording artist, and board-certified music therapist. Originally from Kentucky, she has performed across the US, Canada, Europe, and India, and has been recognized by the NYTimes, NPR, and Paste Magazine. In addition to performing, Cheyenne is passionate about using music to foster connection and transformation, implementing music programming in hospitals, schools, care homes and community settings with everyone from neonates to elders.

In 2020, Cheyenne graduated as a Senior Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health at Trinity College Dublin. After moving to Boston in 2021, she joined ANMS as a Music Inclusion Instructor and now serves as Inclusion Program Coordinator, bringing along her passion for equitable access to the arts and creative program development.

Emerging Artists Program Coordinator

Email: saraw@allnewton.org

Sara is an experienced cellist and educator, is dedicated to inspiring young musicians as the Emerging Artists Program Coordinator. She holds a doctorate from Boston University and a master’s degree from Roosevelt University, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to her teaching. Sara is committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians through the Emerging Artists program, where our students are supported and guided on their musical journeys.

Evening Front Desk

email: lizak@allnewton.org

Liza Knight is a Boston-based bassoonist, teacher, and administrator looking to extend the expressive potential of music as we know it. Unconventional in more ways than one, she seeks out all of the aspects of musical performance that speak the most to the modern human being.

Hailing from Ann Arbor, Michigan, a place known by many as “tree city,” the work she produces has a recurring theme of nature, often portraying a narrative that speaks to nostalgia and strange associations. She is dedicated to facilitating a community of listeners who have open minds and open ears, who are willing to savor every sound- even those unfamiliar and uncomfortable.
As an openly-lesbian artist, Liza seeks out collaboration with other members of the LGBTQ+ community in every way possible, from commissioning composers to pushing for inclusive programming. In addition to performing regularly with Du Bois Orchestra, she has participated in several reputable projects such as John Luther Adams’ official recording of his piece Sila: The Breath of the World, which was considered for five Grammy nominations and ultimately nominated for Best Orchestral Performance.
Liza is a graduate of the University of Michigan where she received a bachelor’s degree in bassoon performance under Dr. Jeffrey Lyman, and she received a master’s degree from the Longy School of Music of Bard College where she studied with Rachael Elliott.

Chief Accountant

Meghan has been a dedicated member of All Newton Music School for over a decade. Her unwavering support for the school's mission of "music for all" ensures that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Through her efforts, students and faculty alike can focus on their passion for creating and sharing music.