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2026 Teacher of the Year: Frank Browne
Legacy Artist: Alina Ibarra
Legacy Artist: Devin Kozakis
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Music Creators Course: SONGMAKERS
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Getting Started Guide to Music Lessons
Many parents are new to music lessons and unsure where to start. They wonder about costs, instruments, and what to expect. This guide helps answer
How to Find Time for Music Practice: The Real Truth About Busy Kids, Schedules, and Consistency
Parents tell me all the time: “We just don’t have time to practice.” “Our schedule is insane.” “Between school, sports, homework, and everything else, there’s
2026 Teacher of the Year: Frank Browne
Those Who Help Us Become Artistic Director · LSM Faculty Since 2015 Frank Browne is the Lead Instructor and Artistic Director at Little School of
Legacy Artist: Alina Ibarra
From Early Beginnings to the Heart of Little School of Music Piano, Voice, & Saturn Rock Band · Student Since 2010 Alina Ibarra grew up
Legacy Artist: Devin Kozakis
A Quiet Spirit. A Powerful Sound. Guitar & Crazy Crew Rock Band · Student Since 2014 Devin Kozakis studied guitar at Little School of Music
Legacy Artist: Penelope Theule
Quiet Strength. Purposeful Leadership. Piano & Violin · Student Since 2013 Penelope Theule grew up at Little School of Music, beginning in Music for Little
Legacy Artist: Travis Bird
The Beat That Brings People Together Drums & Saturn Rock Band · Student Since 2021 Travis Bird studied drums at Little School of Music with
Senior Artist: Jayne Chilchrist
Growing Into Her Own Rhythm Bass & Saturn Rock Band · Student Since 2016 Jayne Gilchrist grew up at Little School of Music, studying piano,
Senior Artist: Evita Rivera
Music As Expression Piano · Student Since 2017 Evita Rivera studied piano at Little School of Music with her teacher, Brianna Marra. Her story reflects
Senior Artist: Samantha Miller
The Courage to Explore Bass · Student Since 2020 Samantha Miller studied bass at Little School of Music with her teacher, Armando. Her story reflects
Senior Artist: Michael Sissoev
The Little Things Piano · Student Since 2021 Michael Sissoev studied at Little School of Music, where his musical journey reflected a spirit of curiosity,