Board of Directors

Cathy Burns - President
Staff Accountant at Jones & Roth, long time supporter and parent of original youth program participant.  Cathy gives us her guidance and has the ability to create calm and decisive action during any stressful time.  

​Sean Brennan - Vice-President

Sean holds a B.A. in Music, Jazz Studies, University Of  Pittsburgh, and has twenty years experience working as a private music teacher and various music programs throughout the Lane County area.  He provides off-site instruction and performance opportunities for ACE Charter School, other educational organizations, and youth in the Lane County area.  Sean has been with the organization from the beginning and continues to be highly involved and active in all workshops and events.​

Naoko DeBacker - Secretary/Treasurer
Mom of original Grrrlz Rock and Kidz Rock participants, Naoko works for Oregon Medical Group on the accounting team and provides oversight for MEPAA finances and reporting.
Cody Webb - Member
Original Kidz Rock participant and performer turned mentor and board member, Cody and his family have provided years of constant support and dedication to MEPAA.

Jon Labrousse - Member
Jon is a teacher at Ridgeline Montessori School and has been bringing talented young musicians into our programs for many years.  He is a great mentor and professional musician and MEPAA is so honored to have him on the team!

Haley Burns - Youth Representative
Haley started with our programs in 2014 and has performed in several bands and supported the administrative team since the beginning.  The perspective and insight Haley brings to the team is crucial and has been so valuable during tough decisions.

Connie Fehlman - Member
​Edward Jones Financial Advisor and long time sponsor of festival events, Connie knows how to get out into the community and show her support!