Instructors

Marija Krpan Kuren

Marija is a former member of the St. Lawrence Junior Tamburitzans. In 1998, she became assistant director of the Juniors under Maria Michtich-Morris. In 1999, Marija took over as director of the Sv. Lovro Junior Tamburitzans. Marija is also a former and current member of the Kolo Club "Marian", and she assists in the instruction of the Kolo Club members. Marija also served as President of the Adult Tammies from 2020 to 2022 and is a current assistant director.

Rick Vukmanic

Rick has been the instructor for the Kolo Club "Marian" for over 40 years. In 1998 he started assisting Marija with the Jr. Tammies. Rick brings with him a vast knowledge of Croatian history and culture. Rick has also sered as Choir Director for Prince of Peace parish for over 30 years.

Steve Grassa

Steve has been assisting Marjia and Rick since 2021. Steve is a former member of both the Sv. Lovro Jr's and Kolo Club Marian. Steve currently serves as orchestra director of both groups. Steve is also an Assistant director for the St. Lawrence Adult Tamburitzans, and leads the Croatian Masses at the annual St. Mary's Preservation Society Picnics. Steve is a founding and current member of both TS Zadnja Stanica, as well as TS Okolica.

Past Directors

• George N. Murlin (deceased) — 1981 to 1997
• Maria Michtich Morris — 1998