Mr. Ryan DeLayo is a new addition to the music department this year, working as a collaborative pianist. Catch him on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, when he can be found in the chorus room playing piano for many choirs and select ensembles. Mr. DeLayo is excited about the new position, exclaiming, “I just want to help kids learn music!” Currently, he is a student at UCONN, studying for his master’s degree in piano performance and an active member in the Super Smash Brothers Club. Looking into the future, Mr. DeLayo hopes to play for others and educate, explaining, “Ideally I’d like to be performing a lot, which is why I’m happy about being here because I get a chance to perform all the time…and teach privately too.” Stop by the music department to hear some lovely piano and see a smiling face!