Instructor Alyssa Osorio

Nationally recognized music educator with 25 years of experience fostering musical excellence

in students of all ages and skill levels through both in-person and online instruction. Specializing in traditional Blue Ridge Mountain music and youth ensemble and bluegrass band coaching, I offer engaging and effective teaching on a wide range of instruments, including violin, viola, cello, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo, ukulele, voice, and bass. My student-centered approach emphasizes heritage music and has resulted in numerous student achievements, from local competitions to placements in prestigious music programs. As a performing and recording artist with international touring experience and Billboard-charting albums since 2017, a seven-time consecutive Lessonface "Teacher of the Year" recipient, and anexpert in leveraging online and in-person teaching methodologies (17+ years), I bring real-world expertise, dedicated instruction, proven success, and highly effective learning environments to every lesson. I am frequently invited to lead webinars on the subject of remote learning and technology.

Experience

Founder & Director / Music Instructor | The Floyd Music School | 2008 – Present

Provide in-person and remote instruction on violin, viola, cello, fiddle, mandolin, guitar,

banjo, ukulele, voice, and bass to students of diverse ages and skill levels.

Specialize in coaching youth bluegrass bands and ensembles in both in-person rehearsals and

virtual collaborations, fostering teamwork, performance skills, and musical growth.

Develop and implement customized lesson plans, tailored to individual needs and goals.

Utilize online platforms, including Zoom and other advanced meeting technologies, to create

immersive and engaging remote learning environments that replicate the in-person experience.

Create dynamic and interactive in-person learning experiences that cater to various learning

styles and promote hands-on musical development.

Mentor students, guiding them towards musical excellence and preparing them for auditions,

competitions, and further musical studies.

Track student progress and provide constructive feedback in all learning formats, celebrating

achievements and fostering a love for music.

Mentorship Program Director and Songwriters Committee Chair | International Bluegrass

Music Association (IBMA) | Ongoing

Lead a dedicated team of recording industry professionals in planning and implementing various

initiatives to support songwriters.

Develop and execute monthly webinars and published video pieces, providing valuable resources

and insights to songwriters.

Create and distribute monthly newsletters to keep songwriters informed about industry news,

opportunities, and resources.

Organize and manage remote events at music festivals, expanding outreach and engagement with

the songwriting community.

Plan and implement a week-long track for the International Bluegrass Music Association

Conference, providing intensive workshops, networking opportunities, and performance

showcases.

Performing & Recording Artist | Mike Mitchell Band / Solo Artist | 2017 – Present

Perform internationally with the Mike Mitchell Band and in regional jazz and classical

ensembles.

Record and release albums, including "SmallTown" (Billboard Bluegrass #2, 2018) and "Fathers

& Sons" (multiple top-ten hits, 8 months on top ten album charts).

Serve as a session musician for bluegrass record labels worldwide.

Awards and Recognition

Lessonface "Teacher of the Year" (7 consecutive years)

Honored at The White House by President Obama for achievements in Heritage Music

Instruction (Summer, 2008)

Listed as a “teacher of note” within 27 counties in Southwestern Virginia by The Crooked Road

organization.

Education & Training

Early musical training in the studio of Maria Reidstra.

Training at the Western Conservatory of Music (London, Ontario).