Our Music Staff
Charles Lauterbach
Charles “Chuck” Lauterbach founded The Music Staff in 1985 to provide band programs for a number of grade schools in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. He received his B.S. in Music Education in 1967 from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and M.Ed. from Xavier University in 1970. While teaching band, chorus and general music for the Mt. Healthy City Schools Lauterbach composed and arranged competition music for the award winning Roger Bacon High School Band. In 1977 he accepted the position as band director at Badin High School in Hamilton growing the program for six years. Since then he has continued with developing Catholic grade school bands throughout southwest Ohio. His published works include Musitraks, a general music curriculum for grade K-12 and A young Person’s Guide to the Recorder. Chuck lives in Cincinnati with his wife Jean and two rescue cats Kate and Leo. Contact Chuck via email here.
Beth Breda
Beth Breda began her musical career in the summer after 4th grade, taking flute lessons from Mr. Charles Lauterbach! Soon after, she began to take Suzuki piano lessons and subsequently expanded her repertoire of instruments to include all of the band instruments, plus stringed instruments, such as the Violin, Viola and Cello. Beth began playing at area churches as a freshman in high school, and continues to play for liturgies and weddings. Beth has taught general music classes at Sts. Peter and Paul Academy and Royalmont Academy. Currently she teaches general music at John Paul II Catholic School. Over the years, Beth has taught band in 14 different Catholic schools in Hamilton, Butler and Warren counties. Beth joined the Music Staff in the Fall of 2014. She also gives private music lessons. Beth is truly grateful to help students to develop and hone their musical talents and encourages them to give back to their family, school, and faith communities by sharing their musical talents. Email Beth here.
Helen Kanaitis
Helen Kanaitis is currently the K-8 General Music Teacher at Sacred Heart of Jesus School, and Band Director at St. James School. She graduated from Westminster College with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, with a focus in French horn. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Helen began playing and performing music at a young age, with inspiration and unwavering support from her family and friends. She has performed in marching bands, jazz ensembles, wind ensembles, orchestras, brass ensembles, woodwind ensembles, as well as numerous choral groups and honors bands and choirs. Helen has also participated in the Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Honors Band. When Helen is not teaching or practicing music, she is probably hanging out with her cat, crafting, playing video games, or spending time with family. Helen can be reached here.
Ian McIntyre
Dr. Ian McIntyre is a woodwind performer, composer and educator. For the past 12 years, he has been teaching clarinetists, saxophonists and music producers of all ages. In 2020, Ian graduated from Florida State University with his Doctor of Music in Woodwind Performance degree. Ian is an active performing musician in the classical and electronic space. He held the second clarinet position with the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra in Lakeland, FL for 6 years and performs frequently with the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Gainesville Orchestra, and Holland (MI) Symphony Orchestra. As a soloist, Ian was a Semi-Finalist in the International Clarinet Association Young Artist Competition in 2019. He has toured and performed throughout the United States as a soloist and chamber musician. Since moving to Cincinnati in 2022, he has worked with multiple arts organizations, The Music Staff, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, and The Carnegie, providing music education to students throughout the greater Cincinnati area. When not performing or teaching, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Katlin, and their dog, Gabby, as well as watching sports.
Ethan Maycon
Ethan Maycon is a Cincinnati-based music educator and trumpet player with a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). He specializes in brass performance and education while teaching across the full band program. Ethan has experience teaching private lessons, directing and assisting with band programs, arranging music, and working with students across different levels and ensembles. He has continued building experience through marching band, beginning band, jazz, choir, orchestra, and music camp settings. He currently works with Winton Woods City Schools, where he has been heavily involved in the music department and has been pursuing opportunities to take on a larger role in the district. He is passionate about making music education accessible, engaging, and meaningful for students while bringing real-world performance and production experience into the classroom. Outside of teaching, Ethan is involved in Cincinnati’s live music and arts community, including producing free community concerts and working with organizations and ensembles connected to the Cincinnati music scene. Contact Ethan.
Jonah Hubauer
Jonah Hubauer is the Instrumental Music Director at La Salle High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, and serves as the band director for St. James White Oak through the Music Staff as well. He earned his Bachelor's in Music Education from Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA and specializes in instrumental performance and education. Jonah has experience teaching all grade and skill levels, from beginners of any age to more advanced players in a variety of ensembles, including concert band, orchestra, marching band, and jazz band. He looks forward to working with the students of St. James White Oak, as well as the rest of the students involved in our program! Jonah can be reached by email.
Debbie Eaton
Debbie Eaton handles many of the administrative duties at the Music Staff. A lifelong lover of music, Debbie plays the piano and can often be found at Music Hall listening to the CSO. As a proud mom of two musical kids, she has a soft spot for French Horn and Oboe and is an enthusiastic supporter of the UC Marching Bearcats. When she's not travelling, Debbie can be found studying French, taking photos, and gardening. Please email Debbie here if you need to change your contact information, need more details about concerts, or any other general Music Staff information.