Andi Gunden, founder and director of A Sound Start, has been named a Maestro by Kindermusik International. The Maestro Program recognizes licensed Kindermusik educators who demonstrate excellence in one of several categories. The Maestro Producer award recognizes educators for excellence in building a truly expansive program and proving masterful in reaching a large number of families with the Kindermusik experience. As a Maestro Program, A Sound Start represents the top 5 percent of all Kindermusik programs worldwide, bringing world-class quality and service to the families of Jersey City.