Dr. Tem is a music composer and educator with a doctorate in music composition. He's skilled in composing for orchestras, multimedia, computer games, and films. His teaching areas include piano, music composition, film scoring, music theory, and ear training. He's also proficient in e-learning, music technology, computer music, sound design, game audio, and game technologies. Since 2015, he has been a music professor at Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN, and became an assistant professor of music in 2023.

Dr. Tem has served as the Director of the Music & Sound Production Department at SEBIT LLC, an education and IT company at Skysong, Arizona State University in Scottsdale, AZ, between 1996 and 2015. The company specializes in e-learning, multimedia, game development, and educational research. His teaching methods, informed by his research and use of educational technology, engage a wide range of students from young learners to adults.

Additionally, Dr. Tem owns and manages the Dr. Tem Music & Arts Academy, where he teaches private and group piano classes to children and adults, mentors professional musicians and songwriters, and oversees all students' musical development. He frequently organizes workshops and recitals to foster student engagement and offers specialized classes for music teachers and aspiring educators. His classes are accessible both in-person and online, catering to a national and international audience.

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Dr. Lee made her debut as a concerto soloist at age 16 with the Chungnam Symphony Orchestra. She has since performed internationally in the United States, South Korea, Puerto Rico, Italy, and the Czech Republic, with many orchestras and ensembles, including the Seoul National University Orchestra, the Romanian Banatul Timișoara Philharmonic Orchestra, the Sookmyung Festival Orchestra, the Janacek Concert Chamber Orchestra, the UMKC Conservatory Orchestra, and the Kansas City Ballet.​

Dr. Lee specializes in music by women composers and actively presents at numerous international conferences, such as the College Music Society, International Alliance for Women in Music, and World Piano Conference, to name a few. Her lecture-recitals include “21st Century Music for Solo Piano by Living East Asian Women Composers,” “Finding Their Own Voices: Piano Etudes by Women Composers in the 21st Century,” “Visual and Aural Connections: Character Pieces for Trumpet and Piano by Living Women Composers,” “Homeland: Celebrating Women’s Voices and Heritages Throughout 21st Century Music for Flute and Piano,” and “Arari: The Most Korean-esque Folk Song.”

Dr. Lee has been working with many renowned living composers, including Chen Yi, James Mobberley, Gabriela Ortiz, and others. She has been featured on several radio stations, such as Kansas Public Radio, 91.9 Classical KC, and the KKFI Classical Challenge, and was interviewed as an international woman pianist on the Every Woman radio show. As an adjudicator, she has been invited to the Indonesia International Young Musician Awards, Marie Guengerich Festival, Hong Kong International Music Talent Online Competition, and various MTNA competitions.

Dr. Lee graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Indiana University, Sookmyung Women’s University, and the Chungnam Arts High School. Previously taught at Washburn University, Cottey College, and Interlochen Arts Camp, she teaches at Tennessee State University and is a co-founder and member of KC Piano Duo.

Andre Madatian is a guitarist, composer, and Professor of Music at Tennessee State University and Middle Tennessee State University. Andre holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Film Scoring from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, and a Master of Music degree in Composition from Middle Tennessee State University. As a guitarist, Andre has studied with Tomo Fujita, whose former students include John Mayer and Eric Krasno of Soulive and Lettuce. Other teachers include Sal Difusco of the Sal Difusco Project, John Baboian of the Bebop Guitars, and David Fiuczynski of the Screaming Headless Torsos and guitarist for jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara. Andre is also an active guitarist in Nashville where he continues to tour often. He has toured with numerous Nashville-based artists and to date has performed thousands of concerts in countries all over the globe. Notable performances include headlining the Albisgüetli Country Music Festival in Zurich, Switzerland, performing at the 25th Annual Trucker's Festival in Interlaken, Switzerland along with The Bellamy Brothers, Kris Kristofferson, and Carlene Carter, performing at the Country Music Cruise in Ancona, Italy, and performing at the Havelock Country Music Jamboree in Ontario, Canada opening for Toby Keith. Andre has recently toured as the lead guitarist for country stars such as Keith Anderson, Jared Blake, and John Schneider; the American actor, singer, and filmmaker widely known for his role as “Bo Duke” in the original “Dukes Of Hazzard” television show. Notable performances include the Franklin Theater, Dosey Doe in Spring, Texas, the Cailloux Theater, and “Bo’s Extravaganza” featuring Kid Rock at John Schneider Studios in Holden, Louisiana performing with John Schneider, Keith Burns of “Trick Pony” and Grammy award-winning Cajon accordionist, Jo-El Sonnier. Andre has also toured with 3-time Grammy-nominated Americana/Bluegrass singer and former member of Daily & Vincent, Christian Davis. Notable performances include the Manship Theater in Baton Rouge and the Strand Theatre in Jennings, Louisiana as support with John Schneider.

Andre is currently on tour with Kentucky native and country music star, JD Shelburne. In 2021 alone, he has opened for ZZ Top, entered the iTunes Country Top Ten, and has released his best album to date, Straight From Kentucky, a project People magazine called “an all-encompassing look into the heart and soul of the kid that grew up on a tobacco farm loving country music.”An active member since 2019, notable performances include the Hometown Rising festival opening for Tim McGraw, Freedom Hall Arena in Louisville, Kentucky, WSM 650 “Home of The Grand Ole Opry”, and the “Cotton Eyed Joe” in Knoxville, Tennessee opening for Sammy Kershaw.

Andre is an endorsed artist with PRS guitars, Ernie Ball, Kepma Acoustics, Creation Music Company, DiMarzio, 64 Audio, DiamondLife Gear, Free The Tone, Voodoo Lab, Shubb Capos, Runway Audio, Belt & Brace Guitar Straps, Rock Solid Guitar Stands, and ChickenPicks. He also received the Outstanding Graduate Student in Music Award in Spring 2022 at Middle Tennessee State University, Berklee Achievement Scholarship in 2013, and is a two-time recipient of the Richard and Rose Dermenjian Scholarship in 2011 and 2012 for his musical and compositional achievements.

Whitney Roberts is a dedicated clarinet teacher based in the Nashville area. She obtained her Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education and Clarinet from Vanderbilt University, where she had the privilege of studying under the guidance of world-renowned clarinetist, Mariam Adam. Throughout her musical journey, Whitney has had the opportunity to learn from esteemed clarinetists such as Dr. Todd Waldecker, Bixby Kennedy, Benjamin Sorrell, Kristen Sheridan, David Shae, and Kliment Krylovskiy. With a passion for music and performance, Whitney has performed in various venues across the United States and in Europe, participating in prestigious music festivals such as the Zodiac Music Academy, the Wintergreen LEAD Cooperative, and the Rocky Ridge Music Festival. Her commitment to excellence was recognized at Vanderbilt University when she was selected as the 2024 Presser Scholar. During her time at Vanderbilt, Whitney was an active member of the university's Orchestra and Wind Symphony, where she collaborated with fellow musicians to create captivating performances. Notably, she contributed to the recording of the Vanderbilt Wind Symphony's album titled Music City.

Whitney's expertise and passion for music education make her a valuable asset to the Nashville music community. For four years, she taught a large variety of courses to various age groups at the WO Smith Music School. In addition to clarinet, Whitney loves to teach beginner piano and flute. Whether she is teaching aspiring musicians or performing on stage, Whitney's talent and dedication shine through in all aspects of her musical endeavors. She is particularly skilled at working with children, creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment at Dr. Tem Music & Arts Academy.

Jenni is a talented and experienced classical musician, excelling in piano and bassoon performance. She has a passion for passing on her love of classical music to the next generation of students, using innovative technology to make learning easier and more engaging. With a decade of performance experience and 2 years of successful teaching, Jenni's abilities as an educator are undeniable, especially when it comes to inspiring young minds. Jennii's exceptional academic achievements in music performance and computer science, coupled with her status as valedictorian under Dr. Tem and other faculty at Tennessee State University, make her a highly qualified choice for guiding the kids towards their future success.

Maya Tem was twelve years old when she was first introduced to the art of paper marbling and has been studying this art with three well-known artists for the last six years. Her art reflects both traditional and modern styles. One of her goals is to introduce the art of paper marbling to as many people as possible and she is doing presentations and teaching this antique art form to lovers of beauty.

Her teaching experience includes lessons on acting in front of a camera, photography, advertising, and cinema. In addition, she has continued to work for women’s and children’s rights, and for animals’ rights and rescue. She has made ads to promote social awareness.
She holds two degrees in Library Science, and Communications (Radio, Cinema & TV). She has produced many TV programs covering culture, art, education, and politics. She worked as an audio and visual consultant for projects for UNICEF. She has created several educational programs and documentary films.

Besides marbling, she has also been working on preparing new projects for TV, photography, and graphic design.