SELENA HAIR CONNELLEY
Owner & Founder | Piano, Voice & Music Theory Instructor
Music has been woven through Selena Connelley’s life since she first sat down at a piano at the age of five.
By ten, she was playing piano for children’s church at Dorchester Road Church of the Nazarene, and by thirteen, she was accompanying regular church services. Her early musical years also included Junior Talent Solo Competitions throughout South Carolina in both piano and voice, laying the foundation for a lifetime of performing, teaching, and serving through music.
Selena’s musical background grew to include solo and ensemble vocal performance, musical theater, and directing children’s productions. Fresh out of high school, she entered her first pageant, Miss Charleston 1987, where her vocal performance helped earn her a fourth runner-up placement. She later went on to be crowned Ms. Charleston 1994.
Selena studied at the College of Charleston, pursuing coursework in Education with a focus on Music. In 1990, she began her professional teaching career at Life Christian Academy, where she taught K5 as well as French, Music, and PE to elementary students. That same year, she began teaching private piano lessons and building what is now Fancy Fingers Piano Studio.
What began as a way to supplement her income grew into something Selena never could have imagined.
Today, Selena owns and leads Fancy Fingers Piano Studio, serving approximately 80 students with a team of seven instructors. She has personally taught hundreds of students, many of whom have gone on to study music in college, serve as musicians in their churches, and even return to Fancy Fingers as instructors themselves. For Selena, seeing former students become musicians and teachers is one of the greatest rewards of the studio she has built.
Selena personally teaches piano, voice, and music theory to children, teens, and adults from beginning through early advanced levels. Her teaching style is structured, patient, encouraging, and challenging, while remaining flexible enough to meet the needs of each individual student.
Decades of experience have taught Selena something she considers essential: no two students learn exactly the same way. She looks beyond age and skill level to understand each student’s personality, learning style, strengths, challenges, and what they respond to individually. Whether a student needs additional help with note recognition, coordinating both hands, strengthening rhythm and timing, building confidence, or preparing for an audition or performance, Selena adjusts her instruction while continuing to challenge each student to grow.
Selena also prepares students for auditions to Rollings Middle School of the Arts, with approximately 95% of the students she has prepared earning acceptance.
Selena’s life in music extends beyond the studio. A former worship leader and longtime church keyboardist, she has served through music at Church on the Rock, Covenant Life Church, Grace Point Church, and currently plays keyboard at Faith Ridgeville.
After more than three decades of teaching, Selena’s definition of success reaches far beyond whether a student can play the right notes. She wants every student to develop musical skill and discipline, confidence, enjoyment, and a lifelong love for music. Not every student will choose to perform or pursue music professionally, but every student can experience the accomplishment and joy that come from discovering what they are capable of.
More than three decades after teaching her first private lesson, Selena is still doing what she loves most: developing musicians, building confidence, and helping students discover a love for music they can carry with them for a lifetime.
Owner & Founder | Piano, Voice & Music Theory Instructor
Music has been woven through Selena Connelley’s life since she first sat down at a piano at the age of five.
By ten, she was playing piano for children’s church at Dorchester Road Church of the Nazarene, and by thirteen, she was accompanying regular church services. Her early musical years also included Junior Talent Solo Competitions throughout South Carolina in both piano and voice, laying the foundation for a lifetime of performing, teaching, and serving through music.
Selena’s musical background grew to include solo and ensemble vocal performance, musical theater, and directing children’s productions. Fresh out of high school, she entered her first pageant, Miss Charleston 1987, where her vocal performance helped earn her a fourth runner-up placement. She later went on to be crowned Ms. Charleston 1994.
Selena studied at the College of Charleston, pursuing coursework in Education with a focus on Music. In 1990, she began her professional teaching career at Life Christian Academy, where she taught K5 as well as French, Music, and PE to elementary students. That same year, she began teaching private piano lessons and building what is now Fancy Fingers Piano Studio.
What began as a way to supplement her income grew into something Selena never could have imagined.
Today, Selena owns and leads Fancy Fingers Piano Studio, serving approximately 80 students with a team of seven instructors. She has personally taught hundreds of students, many of whom have gone on to study music in college, serve as musicians in their churches, and even return to Fancy Fingers as instructors themselves. For Selena, seeing former students become musicians and teachers is one of the greatest rewards of the studio she has built.
Selena personally teaches piano, voice, and music theory to children, teens, and adults from beginning through early advanced levels. Her teaching style is structured, patient, encouraging, and challenging, while remaining flexible enough to meet the needs of each individual student.
Decades of experience have taught Selena something she considers essential: no two students learn exactly the same way. She looks beyond age and skill level to understand each student’s personality, learning style, strengths, challenges, and what they respond to individually. Whether a student needs additional help with note recognition, coordinating both hands, strengthening rhythm and timing, building confidence, or preparing for an audition or performance, Selena adjusts her instruction while continuing to challenge each student to grow.
Selena also prepares students for auditions to Rollings Middle School of the Arts, with approximately 95% of the students she has prepared earning acceptance.
Selena’s life in music extends beyond the studio. A former worship leader and longtime church keyboardist, she has served through music at Church on the Rock, Covenant Life Church, Grace Point Church, and currently plays keyboard at Faith Ridgeville.
After more than three decades of teaching, Selena’s definition of success reaches far beyond whether a student can play the right notes. She wants every student to develop musical skill and discipline, confidence, enjoyment, and a lifelong love for music. Not every student will choose to perform or pursue music professionally, but every student can experience the accomplishment and joy that come from discovering what they are capable of.
More than three decades after teaching her first private lesson, Selena is still doing what she loves most: developing musicians, building confidence, and helping students discover a love for music they can carry with them for a lifetime.
BRENDA FLOYD
Brenda Floyd began studying piano and voice at age six in Southeastern Ohio. After graduation, she was accepted into the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she earned both a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music in Vocal Performance, with a minor in piano. Following graduation, Brenda taught privately and as an adjunct college professor. She has performed in operas and as a soloist and has served as a pianist for worship teams in multiple church settings.
Brenda has initiated and developed children's music programs that have touched hundreds of kids. Her innovative approach has brought children together in multicultural settings to sing in choirs, play instruments, and develop a love for music. She has also led conferences on developing and leading children's choirs. As a certified Kindermusik teacher, Brenda has taught children of all ages and has inspired several students to continue their musical education and earn music degrees of their own.
Brenda finds great joy in sharing her love of music with both children and adults. Being “instrumental” in helping others discover that same love is her great passion.
Brenda Floyd began studying piano and voice at age six in Southeastern Ohio. After graduation, she was accepted into the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she earned both a Bachelor of Music and a Master of Music in Vocal Performance, with a minor in piano. Following graduation, Brenda taught privately and as an adjunct college professor. She has performed in operas and as a soloist and has served as a pianist for worship teams in multiple church settings.
Brenda has initiated and developed children's music programs that have touched hundreds of kids. Her innovative approach has brought children together in multicultural settings to sing in choirs, play instruments, and develop a love for music. She has also led conferences on developing and leading children's choirs. As a certified Kindermusik teacher, Brenda has taught children of all ages and has inspired several students to continue their musical education and earn music degrees of their own.
Brenda finds great joy in sharing her love of music with both children and adults. Being “instrumental” in helping others discover that same love is her great passion.
ANA ANDERSON
Anastasia Anderson is a student at Charleston Southern University, where she is studying Music Therapy with a focus on piano. As a student of Dr. Soohyun Yun, she has performed with various ensembles throughout the Charleston area and is a member of the music honor society Pi Kappa Lambda.
Ana has played piano for approximately thirteen years. She was first taught by her mother and later continued her training through private lessons during high school. She has participated in piano competitions in North Carolina, where she received several high scores.
Ana believes music is a universal language and a beautiful form of artistic expression for people of all ages. She is excited to share her love of music and learning with younger students.
Anastasia Anderson is a student at Charleston Southern University, where she is studying Music Therapy with a focus on piano. As a student of Dr. Soohyun Yun, she has performed with various ensembles throughout the Charleston area and is a member of the music honor society Pi Kappa Lambda.
Ana has played piano for approximately thirteen years. She was first taught by her mother and later continued her training through private lessons during high school. She has participated in piano competitions in North Carolina, where she received several high scores.
Ana believes music is a universal language and a beautiful form of artistic expression for people of all ages. She is excited to share her love of music and learning with younger students.
COLE JACQUES
Cole Jacques is a dedicated pianist and teacher whose musical journey spans more than a decade, shaped by discipline, performance, and a genuine love for sharing music with others. With 11 years of piano experience and two years of teaching, he brings both seasoned skill and fresh, approachable energy to every lesson.
Cole began studying piano at a young age and quickly developed a passion for both classical and contemporary music. Over the years, he has completed multiple formal evaluations, including Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams, which strengthened his technique, musicality, and understanding of music theory.
His commitment to growth has taken him across South Carolina, where he has performed in recitals, participated in master classes, and collaborated with musicians and instructors from a variety of backgrounds. These experiences have given him valuable performance insight that he brings into his teaching.
Cole believes every student learns differently, and he tailors his lessons to meet each individual's goals, whether mastering classical repertoire, learning to read music, preparing for auditions, or simply playing for enjoyment. His approach blends structure with creativity, helping students build strong musical foundations while staying inspired.
Cole Jacques is a dedicated pianist and teacher whose musical journey spans more than a decade, shaped by discipline, performance, and a genuine love for sharing music with others. With 11 years of piano experience and two years of teaching, he brings both seasoned skill and fresh, approachable energy to every lesson.
Cole began studying piano at a young age and quickly developed a passion for both classical and contemporary music. Over the years, he has completed multiple formal evaluations, including Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) exams, which strengthened his technique, musicality, and understanding of music theory.
His commitment to growth has taken him across South Carolina, where he has performed in recitals, participated in master classes, and collaborated with musicians and instructors from a variety of backgrounds. These experiences have given him valuable performance insight that he brings into his teaching.
Cole believes every student learns differently, and he tailors his lessons to meet each individual's goals, whether mastering classical repertoire, learning to read music, preparing for auditions, or simply playing for enjoyment. His approach blends structure with creativity, helping students build strong musical foundations while staying inspired.
Tori Bell
Victoria Bell is from Summerville, South Carolina, and has had a passion for music throughout her life. She has participated in numerous choral events, ranging from the Berkeley All-County Choir to the South Carolina All-State Choir. Tori began playing guitar in middle school and added ukulele and piano during high school.
Having participated in choir from elementary school through the college level, Tori has developed a strong foundation in music theory that has also strengthened her piano skills and sight-reading abilities.
Tori is currently a student at Charleston Southern University, where she is pursuing a degree in Music Therapy. Through specialized coursework at CSU, she has become proficient in piano, voice, and guitar. She is also an active member of two university choirs, Bel Canto and Concert Singers. Tori was named “Outstanding Sophomore” by Pi Kappa Lambda, the music honor society at Charleston Southern University.
Tori hopes to share her passion for music with her students and help them discover the joy of creating music for themselves.
I particularly like keeping Outstanding Sophomore prominent. That's a real distinction and shouldn't get buried.
Victoria Bell is from Summerville, South Carolina, and has had a passion for music throughout her life. She has participated in numerous choral events, ranging from the Berkeley All-County Choir to the South Carolina All-State Choir. Tori began playing guitar in middle school and added ukulele and piano during high school.
Having participated in choir from elementary school through the college level, Tori has developed a strong foundation in music theory that has also strengthened her piano skills and sight-reading abilities.
Tori is currently a student at Charleston Southern University, where she is pursuing a degree in Music Therapy. Through specialized coursework at CSU, she has become proficient in piano, voice, and guitar. She is also an active member of two university choirs, Bel Canto and Concert Singers. Tori was named “Outstanding Sophomore” by Pi Kappa Lambda, the music honor society at Charleston Southern University.
Tori hopes to share her passion for music with her students and help them discover the joy of creating music for themselves.
I particularly like keeping Outstanding Sophomore prominent. That's a real distinction and shouldn't get buried.
LIAM JOHNSON
Liam Johnson is excited to be part of the Fancy Fingers Piano Studio team. A professional music educator with more than three years of experience, Liam has taught music in both classroom settings and private lessons.
Liam holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Charleston Southern University. He teaches general music at Montessori Community School in Charleston and also teaches part-time for the Diocese of Charleston. His experience across both classroom and private instruction has given him the opportunity to work with students in different learning environments.
A Lowcountry native and graduate of Dorchester District Two schools, Liam is grateful for the opportunity to teach and invest in students in the community that helped shape him.
Liam Johnson is excited to be part of the Fancy Fingers Piano Studio team. A professional music educator with more than three years of experience, Liam has taught music in both classroom settings and private lessons.
Liam holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Charleston Southern University. He teaches general music at Montessori Community School in Charleston and also teaches part-time for the Diocese of Charleston. His experience across both classroom and private instruction has given him the opportunity to work with students in different learning environments.
A Lowcountry native and graduate of Dorchester District Two schools, Liam is grateful for the opportunity to teach and invest in students in the community that helped shape him.
BROOKLYN LADSON
Brooklyn is from Summerville, South Carolina, and has been playing piano since she was five years old. In fifth grade, she was accepted into Rollings Middle School of the Arts for piano, where her passion for the instrument began to grow.
Throughout middle school, Brooklyn continued developing her skills through classical repertoire and a greater focus on technique. She was later accepted into the Charleston County School of the Arts in North Charleston, where the increasing difficulty of the music challenged her to work even harder. Determined to keep her place in the program, she devoted significant time outside of school to studying music theory and mastering her pieces.
In tenth grade, Brooklyn performed at the Sonatina Festival and received positive feedback from the judges. From tenth through twelfth grade, she participated in Achievement Day and received an Outstanding Ribbon each year. During her senior year, Brooklyn completed a Piano Senior Thesis that included a performance and a presentation about her experience teaching three seventh-grade students. That experience strengthened her desire to continue teaching others.
Brooklyn graduated from the School of the Arts and will attend Charleston Southern University, where she plans to major in Early Childhood Education and minor in Music.
Brooklyn is from Summerville, South Carolina, and has been playing piano since she was five years old. In fifth grade, she was accepted into Rollings Middle School of the Arts for piano, where her passion for the instrument began to grow.
Throughout middle school, Brooklyn continued developing her skills through classical repertoire and a greater focus on technique. She was later accepted into the Charleston County School of the Arts in North Charleston, where the increasing difficulty of the music challenged her to work even harder. Determined to keep her place in the program, she devoted significant time outside of school to studying music theory and mastering her pieces.
In tenth grade, Brooklyn performed at the Sonatina Festival and received positive feedback from the judges. From tenth through twelfth grade, she participated in Achievement Day and received an Outstanding Ribbon each year. During her senior year, Brooklyn completed a Piano Senior Thesis that included a performance and a presentation about her experience teaching three seventh-grade students. That experience strengthened her desire to continue teaching others.
Brooklyn graduated from the School of the Arts and will attend Charleston Southern University, where she plans to major in Early Childhood Education and minor in Music.
Fancy Fingers Piano Studio
114 W. Doty Avenue
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 991-6080
88keys2music@gmail.com
114 W. Doty Avenue
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 991-6080
88keys2music@gmail.com