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Why Musical Belonging Matters More Than Talent
Why Kids Appear to “Lose Interest” in Music
Why Music Progress Isn’t Linear
Spotlight
2026 Teacher of the Year: Frank Browne
Legacy Artist: Alina Ibarra
Legacy Artist: Devin Kozakis
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Music Creators Course: SONGMAKERS
Tunes or Treats
Studio Class: Improv
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,
Senior Artist: Jackson Via
Becoming Ready Guitar & Pizza Rat Rock Band · Student Since 2017 Jackson Via studied guitar at Little School of Music and performed with Pizza