board of directors
President
Mark Wood
Founder and President, inventor of the Viper electric violin, and international recording artist Mark Wood brings a level of expertise and knowledge that will enhance and complement the foundation you’ve created for your students. His extensive background in the music industry is an invaluable resource and includes his work with the multi platinum-selling Trans-Siberian Orchestra (having performed for millions of people in their annual sold-out arena tours), Celine Dion, Billy Joel, and countless others.
The true leader in his field, Mark Wood has developed a method that introduces your students to a whole new world of expressing themselves as musicians, and gives them a life-changing experience they will NEVER forget!
VP, Treasurer
Laura Kaye
Vocalist Laura Kaye is Vice President and Treasurer of the Mark Wood Music Foundation, Mark Wood Rock Orchestra Camp, Wood Violins, and is the powerhouse lead singer in The Mark Wood Experience (Mark’s touring band). Laura and Mark have traveled the world with EYS for over 20 years and continue to expand the scope of their vision with regard to supporting America’s music programs. Over the course of a musical career that began when she was a teenager, Laura has worked with legendary musicians such as James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Lenny Kravitz, Sean Lennon, and more; and is a successful singer/songwriter, recording artist and session vocalist.
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Board of Directors
Rachel Barton Pine
Honorary Board Member
Dee Snider
Advisory Committee
Danielle Rudess
Board of Directors
J. Scott Schoeffel
Honorary Board Member
Jordan Rudess