“ZE" Team

Meet the Family That Makes It All Possible!

Armelle Gloaguen

Founder, Educator, Performer

Award-winning artist and educator, is an experienced teacher and an accomplished singer, songwriter and guitarist.

As an educator, Armelle has worked with children in the U.S., France, and Guatemala for the past 20 years.

13

Team Members

9

Teachers

5

Star Rating

20

Schools

1200

Students

Adétola Fagbémi

Marketing Director

Adétola Fagbemi, founder of DigitalementElles, brings extensive marketing and communications expertise across multiple industries, supporting Armelle For Kids with strategic growth and brand development.

Tany Sapione

Spanish Teacher

Born in Lima, Peru, Tany is an energetic bilingual Spanish teacher who inspires children through music, play, and interactive learning, bringing joy, enthusiasm, and a love of language to every class.

Ericka Reyes

Spanish Teacher

Ericka, NYS-certified and trained in Guatemala, has been with AFK since 2003. A creative, versatile, and dedicated teacher, she inspires students and lives in New Rochelle with her three sons.

Yasmina Edwards

Business Development Director

Yasmina Edwards, founder of EGM NY, champions international artists and global storytelling across New York, Paris, and Lagos.

Émilie Samson

Music Teacher

Émilie, a Master’s graduate in jazz voice from Manhattan School of Music, is a bilingual teacher and AFK-trained educator who brings voice, piano, and joyful music instruction to students of all ages.

Brian Carter

Jazz Percussionist

Brian Carter is a renowned jazz drummer and dedicated educator who inspires young musicians through performances, cultural exchanges, and youth music programs across Westchester.

Claudia Lowry

Administrator

Claudia Lowry joined AFK in 2023, bringing exceptional organizational skills, bright energy, and a passion for community, helping streamline operations while supporting the team with warmth and efficiency.

Matthew Bauer

Percussionist and vocalist

Matthew, founder of Rhythmaniacs!, has been passionate about rhythm since age nine and now brings his dynamic musical energy to Westchester after studying at Purchase College’s Music Conservatory.

Nina Ossoff

World Music Instructor

Nina brings over 20 years of experience teaching music and composition to students of all ages, inspiring creativity and enthusiasm while enriching AFK’s Rock Your World Kids program with her world music expertise.

Brian Carter

Jazz Percussionist

Brian Carter is a Westchester-based jazz drummer, educator, and community leader who directs youth music programs, leads international jazz exchanges, and inspires young musicians through performance and education.

Maria C. Lima

Web Developer

Maria is a respected New York City–based web developer whose thoughtful design, professionalism, and strong work ethic bring passion and precision to every project she creates.