MEET THE TEAM
Robin Parker, Owner & MT-BC
Robin Parker, MT-BC, is a board-certified music therapist, business owner, wife, and mother of three energetic boys. A 2006 graduate of Charleston Southern University, Robin brings more than 20 years of experience serving individuals from birth through end of life, using music intentionally to help clients achieve meaningful, non-musical goals.
She is the founder and owner of Polyphony Music Therapy Services, a thriving private practice serving individuals with diverse needs across two clinic locations and numerous community partnerships, including Walker Gamble Elementary, Florence One Schools, The Manor, Presbyterian Communities of Florence, the Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Board, and McLeod Children’s Hospital.
In addition to her clinical leadership, Robin serves as Music Director for New Zion Baptist Church. She is a Past President of both the Pee Dee Business & Professional Women’s Network and the Music Therapy Association of South Carolina. In recognition of her professional excellence and community impact, she was named Business Woman of the Year by the Lake City Chamber of Commerce in 2016.
Whether in the clinic, the classroom, the church, or the conference stage, Robin is passionate about the power of music to connect, empower, and transform lives at every age and stage.
Cayli Boyle, MT-BC
Cayli LOVES music and is passionate about helping people change and grow through it. She is a board certified music therapist, private music teacher, and worship leader. In her free time she loves to play the harp, kayak, hike, and do anything in nature! Her most favorite thing is to connect with all kinds of people through the God-given gift of music.
Cayli is excited to bring music therapy to the community and is passionate about helping others through music. EMAIL CAYLI
Caleb Oswalt, Guitar/Ukulele/ Piano Teacher
Caleb Oswalt started strumming guitar at 10 years old and hasn’t stopped since! A 2018 graduate of Francis Marion University with a degree in Music Industry, he began teaching private students well before completing his degree. Caleb is proficient across a wide variety of musical styles and instruments, offering instruction in acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, as well as piano. Beyond the studio, he performs regularly at his church, venues, weddings, and special events, and plays in a full-time band. His greatest joy is guiding students along their own musical journeys.
Natalie Matthews, Piano Teacher
Mrs. Natalie is married to her husband, Randy Matthews and they live in Lake City. Together they share 4 sons, 2 daughter-in-laws (adding another DIL next May!) and 1 handsome little grandson who just turned One!
She got her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in education from Francis Marion. She taught elementary level math, science, and special education classes in the public schools for 35 years, mostly in Chesterfield Co. School District. Her last 3 years were at Scranton Elementary before I officially retired. While in Chesterfield, she also taught piano lessons or 25 years. She is so excited to be back teaching something she loves so much- piano!
Sarah Lindblade, Piano/ Voice Teacher
Sarah is a singer and recent graduate of Coastal Carolina University with concentrations in Voice as well as Commercial Music and Jazz. She currently performs with numerous bands in Myrtle Beach, SC. Sarah is a multi genre vocalist with vast knowledge and experience with many genres including pop, country, rock, r&b, jazz, and Christian music. In her spare time, Sarah likes to write music, discover new music, and cook. She is excited to begin her journey sharing the magic of music with growing minds at Polyphony Music Therapy!
Jayla Frieson, Creative Program
Coordinator
Jayla Frieson holds a B.A. in Theatre Technology and Design and has a passion for using the arts to connect, inspire, and support others. With experience in education and creative programming, she enjoys creating engaging, welcoming spaces where people of all ages can learn, grow, and express themselves through the arts.
Ansley Dinkins, Marketing &
Social Media
Ansley is the creative mind behind the social media and marketing for Polyphony Music Therapy. She loves bringing Polyphony’s programs, classes, events, and the heart of the organization to life through social media.
She is passionate about connecting families with the Polyphony team and sharing the impact music can have on children and the community. From creating graphics and coming up with fun content to celebrating students and keeping families informed, Ansley loves being part of the Polyphony family.
Outside of Polyphony, Ansley enjoys making memories with her family, cheering on her little girl, and finding creative ways to make everyday moments a little more fun.
She is excited to continue helping tell the Polyphony story and share what makes this community so special—building confidence through music & connection!