MEET OUR TEACHING TEAM
Discover more about the wonderful educators + guest artists that make this studio special!
GABRIELLE STAHLSCHMIDT
Director/Lead Teacher
Gabrielle Stahlschmidt is the founder and owner of Gabrielle Studio of Music, where she has spent more than 12 years helping singers build healthy, confident, and expressive voices.
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With degrees in Music Education and the Psychology of Learning, both earned summa cum laude, Gabrielle combines evidence-based vocal science, motor learning principles, and real-world performance experience to create individualized instruction that meets each student where they are. Her teaching philosophy centers on the belief that great vocal training should develop not only the instrument, but also the artist behind it, building confidence, creativity, and lifelong musicianship.
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In addition to leading her private studio, Gabrielle serves on the voice faculty at Missouri Baptist University. Her students have earned scholarships, been accepted into nationally recognized music and musical theatre programs, and gone on to perform professionally across a variety of genres.
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Gabrielle's teaching philosophy blends vocal function with artistic expression, creating individualized instruction that empowers each singer to discover and own their unique voice. Her work has been featured by Fox 2 St. Louis, VoyageSTL, CanvasRebel, City Lifestyle Magazines, and 100.7 The Viper, reflecting her commitment to providing exceptional vocal education both in the studio and throughout the St. Louis community.
ANGELINA PIROLO
Private Vocal Coach
Angelina Pirolo is a versatile vocalist, musician, and singer-songwriter based in the St. Louis area. She currently teaches private voice and serves as a Teaching Artist at Gateway Center for Performing Arts, where she is passionate about helping students develop both strong technique and artistic confidence.
As a performer, Angelina has extensive experience across a wide range of musical settings, including jazz ensembles, local bands, music festivals, worship teams, musical theatre productions, and choral programs. She has shared the stage with acclaimed artists. including Count Basie Orchestra vocalist Carmen Bradford, and renowned jazz saxophonist/vocalist Camille Thurman.
In addition, Angelina is an accomplished recording artist. She released her self-produced album, Songs I'm Good At Playing, in 2023 and is the frontwoman of the St. Louis indie band Angelina + The Spades.
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A graduate of Missouri Baptist University with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Angelina graduated summa cum laude and was honored with MBU's Outstanding Student Achievement Award in Vocal Performance.
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ABIGAIL STAHLSCHMIDT
Arts + Music Technology Educator
Abigail Stahlschmidt is an internationally recognized acoustic and electric violinist, composer, singer, and songwriter. She attended the University of Missouri-St. Louis on a full-ride musical and academic scholarship, studying under Juilliard-trained professor John McGrosso and members of the Arianna String Quartet.
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Known for her work across Europe and the US in bands like Vivaldi Metal Project, Mama’s Pride, El Monstero, and Mr. Blue Sky, as well as appearances with the Cardinals, Blues, Battlehawks, The Allman Betts Band and more, Abigail has earned a reputation as one of the region’s most dynamic electric violinists. She is also a recording artist and songwriter with original releases including Dream Machine and The Merge: Subliminal Intent.
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As a resident artist educator with our studio, Abigail periodically leads workshops, masterclasses, and special programs in songwriting, music production, and music technology, helping students explore the creative process beyond performance and develop skills as modern music creators!
GUEST TEACHING ARTISTS
The learning doesn't stop with our teaching team!
Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to learn from inspiring guest artists, including Broadway performers, television personalities, professional songwriters, signed models, and other industry professionals, through workshops, masterclasses, and special events.
JEFF
SPENCE
VICTOR
RIBAS
MONICA
ADAMS
TAYLOR
LOUDERMAN
FREE GUIDE
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