Heart of the Forest is owned and operated by husband and wife team Claire Ackerman da Silva and Orlando da Silva, both experienced teachers with 30+ years of combined teaching experience. 

Orlando has also worked as a professional musician for over 30 years, and he has taught our sons to multiple instruments. They now have their own band and play around the Pensacola area.  

We know that the best way for kids to learn music is for them to be excited about it, play songs THEY like, and get the opportunity to work in a real band setting with other students. 

Please see the video of our sons playing for a window into your child's future with Heart of the Forest Music Program!