Carrie Arndorfer - Piano, Accompanist
Studio Days: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday (Live or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2017. Bachelor of Arts in Music, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs
Contact: [email protected], 262-719-1605
Fees: $32/half hour, Cash, check, PayPal
Studio Days: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday (Live or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2017. Bachelor of Arts in Music, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs
Contact: [email protected], 262-719-1605
Fees: $32/half hour, Cash, check, PayPal
Rory Bolton - Piano (Beginner to Advanced), Early to Intermediate Guitar, Drums, Music Theory, Collaborative Piano, Jazz, Improvisation, Home Recording, Music Therapy Accepting new students!
Studio Days: Monday after 5pm
Education: Master's of Music-Music Therapy & Piano Performance from Illinois State University; Bachelor of Music-Piano Performance from University of WI Stevens Point
Professional Experiences: Cruise Ship Entertainment, 50s Revue Dinner Theatre Show Pianist, Circus World Museum Musician
Contact: [email protected]| 608-434-4202 | www.rorybolton.com
Rates: Please contact Instructor
"Without music, life would be a mistake." ~F. Nietzsche. It is my hope to inspire and motivate you to reach your musical potential wherever you are at.
Studio Days: Monday after 5pm
Education: Master's of Music-Music Therapy & Piano Performance from Illinois State University; Bachelor of Music-Piano Performance from University of WI Stevens Point
Professional Experiences: Cruise Ship Entertainment, 50s Revue Dinner Theatre Show Pianist, Circus World Museum Musician
Contact: [email protected]| 608-434-4202 | www.rorybolton.com
Rates: Please contact Instructor
"Without music, life would be a mistake." ~F. Nietzsche. It is my hope to inspire and motivate you to reach your musical potential wherever you are at.
Maire Clement - Voice, piano
Studio Days - Monday, Thursday (In Person or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2023. Master's degree in classical voice performance from University of Louisville, in Louisville, KY. Bachelor of Music in classical voice performance from Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. Certified Transformational Voice Teacher® Yoga Teacher Training Certification.
Contact: [email protected] 952-797-6226 MaireClement.com
Maire (pronounced like Mary) Clement has been studying piano for over 20 years, and voice for over 18 years. As a soprano, singer-songwriter, pianist, step-dancer, and yoga instructor, her unique training offers an integrative and full-body approach to music lessons. Maire believes that everyone is a musician, and is passionate about helping all ages find their musical voice, whether it is through piano or voice lessons.
Studio Days - Monday, Thursday (In Person or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2023. Master's degree in classical voice performance from University of Louisville, in Louisville, KY. Bachelor of Music in classical voice performance from Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. Certified Transformational Voice Teacher® Yoga Teacher Training Certification.
Contact: [email protected] 952-797-6226 MaireClement.com
Maire (pronounced like Mary) Clement has been studying piano for over 20 years, and voice for over 18 years. As a soprano, singer-songwriter, pianist, step-dancer, and yoga instructor, her unique training offers an integrative and full-body approach to music lessons. Maire believes that everyone is a musician, and is passionate about helping all ages find their musical voice, whether it is through piano or voice lessons.
Sam Ecoff - Piano, Music Theory, Composition, Music Technology, Recording (All Ages)
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In Person or Virtual) Waitlist
Degree: Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition
Affiliations: Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association, Milwaukee Area Piano Teachers Association
Contact: [email protected], 262-442-4189, www.samecoff.com
Lesson Fee: $47/45 minutes, $60/60 minutes (Check, Zelle, ACH)
"I strongly believe that each and every student has the potential to achieve musical excellence, and that my role as a teacher of music is to remain committed to facilitating a consistent move toward excellence."
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In Person or Virtual) Waitlist
Degree: Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition
Affiliations: Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association, Milwaukee Area Piano Teachers Association
Contact: [email protected], 262-442-4189, www.samecoff.com
Lesson Fee: $47/45 minutes, $60/60 minutes (Check, Zelle, ACH)
"I strongly believe that each and every student has the potential to achieve musical excellence, and that my role as a teacher of music is to remain committed to facilitating a consistent move toward excellence."
Laura Eiche Accepting New Students! Studio Days: Monday and Wednesday
Contact: [email protected], 262-737-0311
Education and Experience: Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in piano performance from
the University of Wisconsin Madison. Well Prepared Pianist Institute certified instructor. Many
years of teaching students and preparing them for performances, auditions, and competitions.
Affiliations: Past president of the Greater Milwaukee Chapter of the Wisconsin Music Teachers
Association. Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Music Teachers National Association,
Wisconsin School Music Association.
Contact: [email protected], 262-737-0311
Education and Experience: Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in piano performance from
the University of Wisconsin Madison. Well Prepared Pianist Institute certified instructor. Many
years of teaching students and preparing them for performances, auditions, and competitions.
Affiliations: Past president of the Greater Milwaukee Chapter of the Wisconsin Music Teachers
Association. Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Music Teachers National Association,
Wisconsin School Music Association.
Ellen Figueira - Piano, Music Theory (Ages 6-Adult)
Studio Days: Monday-Wednesday afternoons or Saturday mornings (In Person or Virtual) Waitlist
Degrees: Pursuing Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM/ARCT) degree
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Wisconsin School Music Association, Milwaukee Music Teachers Association
Contact: (414) 801-7571, efig53188@gmail.com
Lesson Fee: $40 per 45 min, $50 per 60 min. Sibling discounts available. Referral promos available. Inquire for details.
"Music is a language of the world. Let's explore it together through piano study."
Studio Days: Monday-Wednesday afternoons or Saturday mornings (In Person or Virtual) Waitlist
Degrees: Pursuing Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM/ARCT) degree
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Wisconsin School Music Association, Milwaukee Music Teachers Association
Contact: (414) 801-7571, efig53188@gmail.com
Lesson Fee: $40 per 45 min, $50 per 60 min. Sibling discounts available. Referral promos available. Inquire for details.
"Music is a language of the world. Let's explore it together through piano study."
Steven Griebenow - Piano, Accompanist Accepting new students ages 7+
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday
Teaching at WCCM since 2021. B.A. in Music Education from Wisconsin Lutheran College
Contact: [email protected], 920-253-5895 sgriebenow.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: $30 per 30 minute lesson, $37.50/45 minutes, $45/hour lesson
“Music is not simply notes and rhythms but is an expression of oneself. It is a language without borders that brings all people together.”
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday
Teaching at WCCM since 2021. B.A. in Music Education from Wisconsin Lutheran College
Contact: [email protected], 920-253-5895 sgriebenow.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: $30 per 30 minute lesson, $37.50/45 minutes, $45/hour lesson
“Music is not simply notes and rhythms but is an expression of oneself. It is a language without borders that brings all people together.”
Carrie Houk - Clarinet, Beginning Piano
Studio Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday (In person or virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2019. Bachelors Degree in Music Lakeland University, Staff member Lake Country Music Conservatory 2016-Present, Music Assistant St Jerome's Catholic Church, Oconomowoc.
Contact: [email protected], 920-946-9535
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hr (Cash, Check)
"Teaching one on one, for me, is rewarding. It's a privilege watching the students grow in their talent and being a part of that growth."
Studio Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday (In person or virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 2019. Bachelors Degree in Music Lakeland University, Staff member Lake Country Music Conservatory 2016-Present, Music Assistant St Jerome's Catholic Church, Oconomowoc.
Contact: [email protected], 920-946-9535
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hr (Cash, Check)
"Teaching one on one, for me, is rewarding. It's a privilege watching the students grow in their talent and being a part of that growth."
Susan Johnson - Piano (Adult Beginners or Intermediate-Advanced Ages 10+)
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (In Person) Accepting new students
Degree/Affiliations: Bachelor of Music Piano Pedagogy, Lawrence University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association.
Contact: [email protected], 262-527-3399 www.susanjohnson-music.com
Rate: $33/30-minutes, $49/45-minutes (Check, PayPal, Venmo)
"I use a comprehensive approach utilizing intervallic note reading, music theory, technique and musicianship skills, crafting my teaching around each student’s individual strengths and needs, equipping them to be efficient and disciplined in their individual practice."
Susan Johnson - Piano (Adult Beginners or Intermediate-Advanced Ages 10+)
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (In Person) Accepting new students
Degree/Affiliations: Bachelor of Music Piano Pedagogy, Lawrence University, Royal Conservatory of Music, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association.
Contact: [email protected], 262-527-3399 www.susanjohnson-music.com
Rate: $33/30-minutes, $49/45-minutes (Check, PayPal, Venmo)
"I use a comprehensive approach utilizing intervallic note reading, music theory, technique and musicianship skills, crafting my teaching around each student’s individual strengths and needs, equipping them to be efficient and disciplined in their individual practice."
Margarita & Roman Kontorovsky - Advanced Classical Piano
Studio Days: Monday (In Person or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 1994. Masters Degree in Musical Arts from the St. Petersburg (Leningrad) Conservatory in Russia with an emphasis in piano, accompanying, ensemble and education. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Arts from the Lvov Musical College in the Ukraine with an emphasis in piano, teaching and accompaniment.
Contact: [email protected], 414-232-7604
Rate: $32 per 30 minutes
Margarita enjoys working with her students to create exciting and successful results. Her teaching philosophy is to discover the best in every student and open the wonderful world of music to all of her students.
Studio Days: Monday (In Person or Virtual)
Teaching at WCCM since 1994. Masters Degree in Musical Arts from the St. Petersburg (Leningrad) Conservatory in Russia with an emphasis in piano, accompanying, ensemble and education. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Arts from the Lvov Musical College in the Ukraine with an emphasis in piano, teaching and accompaniment.
Contact: [email protected], 414-232-7604
Rate: $32 per 30 minutes
Margarita enjoys working with her students to create exciting and successful results. Her teaching philosophy is to discover the best in every student and open the wonderful world of music to all of her students.
Jennifer Kottke - Piano
Studio Days: Monday - Saturday - Accepting New Students!
Teaching at WCCM since 2022. M.M. In Piano Pedagogy; B.A. in piano; 2 years at the Eastman School of Music; Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders, The Inclusive Teaching Course: Teaching Piano to Students who are Special Learners, led by Dr. Scott Price from the Frances Clark Center.
Affiliations: Wisconsin Music Teachers Association, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs
Contact: [email protected], 262-622-5092, www.jenniferkottke.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: Contact Instructor
Encouraging students to find that musical spark within themselves is what is most important to her, because that is what will stay with them long after they have moved on from her studio.
Studio Days: Monday - Saturday - Accepting New Students!
Teaching at WCCM since 2022. M.M. In Piano Pedagogy; B.A. in piano; 2 years at the Eastman School of Music; Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders, The Inclusive Teaching Course: Teaching Piano to Students who are Special Learners, led by Dr. Scott Price from the Frances Clark Center.
Affiliations: Wisconsin Music Teachers Association, Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs
Contact: [email protected], 262-622-5092, www.jenniferkottke.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: Contact Instructor
Encouraging students to find that musical spark within themselves is what is most important to her, because that is what will stay with them long after they have moved on from her studio.
Riley Luettgen - Beginning to intermediate Piano (all ages), Accompanist- Accepting new students
Studio Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Education/Affiliation: 20+ years private study, pursuing MTNA certification
Contact: [email protected] (608)571-3734
In-home lessons available upon request.
Riley believes that music is both deeply personal and a universal connection. Every student has a unique goal and learning style, so each lesson is tailored to the individual student and their needs.
Studio Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Education/Affiliation: 20+ years private study, pursuing MTNA certification
Contact: [email protected] (608)571-3734
In-home lessons available upon request.
Riley believes that music is both deeply personal and a universal connection. Every student has a unique goal and learning style, so each lesson is tailored to the individual student and their needs.
Clare Malinowski - Voice, Beginning Piano Accepting new students
Studio Days: By Appointment Rate: $42/30 minutes
Degrees/Experience: Bachelor's UW-La Crosse, Master's University of Colorado Boulder. Music Education, vocal and choral focus, 2025 Certificate of Excellence for Studio Music from Civic Music MKE and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. When not in the studio, Clare directs the Philharmonic Chorus of Madison and sings with The Madison Choral Project. After teaching middle and high school choir for 11 years, she loves working with individual students of all ages, fostering a lifelong love of music. Let's build lessons that meet your personal music goals and feeds your passion!
Contact: [email protected], 262-894-7913
For complete information, visit my website https://www.songbirdstudiowithclare.com/
Studio Days: By Appointment Rate: $42/30 minutes
Degrees/Experience: Bachelor's UW-La Crosse, Master's University of Colorado Boulder. Music Education, vocal and choral focus, 2025 Certificate of Excellence for Studio Music from Civic Music MKE and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. When not in the studio, Clare directs the Philharmonic Chorus of Madison and sings with The Madison Choral Project. After teaching middle and high school choir for 11 years, she loves working with individual students of all ages, fostering a lifelong love of music. Let's build lessons that meet your personal music goals and feeds your passion!
Contact: [email protected], 262-894-7913
For complete information, visit my website https://www.songbirdstudiowithclare.com/
Carolyn Masterson - Piano ages 5- Adult WCCM since 1988
Studio Day: Tuesday and Wednesday (In-Person) Accepting new students
Teaching at WCCM since 1988. BA Education & Music Augustana College. Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Handbell Director/clinician at the Conference for Church Musicians in Green Lake, WI. Member of the Jubilate Chorale, Waukesha. Former Worship Music Director at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Hartland.
Contact: [email protected], 262-366-4357
Rate: $30/1/2 hour
“Working one on one with students of all ages and abilities is a challenge, but also a joy, for me.”
Studio Day: Tuesday and Wednesday (In-Person) Accepting new students
Teaching at WCCM since 1988. BA Education & Music Augustana College. Lake Country Music Club, Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs, Handbell Director/clinician at the Conference for Church Musicians in Green Lake, WI. Member of the Jubilate Chorale, Waukesha. Former Worship Music Director at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Hartland.
Contact: [email protected], 262-366-4357
Rate: $30/1/2 hour
“Working one on one with students of all ages and abilities is a challenge, but also a joy, for me.”
Carl Mussmann - Piano, Music Technology, Recording, Theory, Jazz, Improv
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In-Person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Contact: [email protected], cell 414-795-4912, home 414-483-1530, www.carlmussmann.com/instruction
Rate: $31 per 1/2 hour
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In-Person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Contact: [email protected], cell 414-795-4912, home 414-483-1530, www.carlmussmann.com/instruction
Rate: $31 per 1/2 hour
John McCarty - Piano, Accordion, Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, Banjo, Harmonica, Songwriting, Composition, Recording - Virtual Lessons!
Degrees: Bachelors in Music Therapy, Master’s Degree in Counseling with specialization in children and adolescent issues. John joined the staff of WCCM in December, 2001.
414-499-8692 cell
Rate/Payment options: $30 per 1/2 hr. Cash, Check, Venmo or Apple Pay accepted
John teaches classical piano and all other popular styles of piano. If your student loves music but isn't interested in traditional classical piano instruction, John can tailor piano lessons to match the student's interests and capabilities.
Degrees: Bachelors in Music Therapy, Master’s Degree in Counseling with specialization in children and adolescent issues. John joined the staff of WCCM in December, 2001.
414-499-8692 cell
Rate/Payment options: $30 per 1/2 hr. Cash, Check, Venmo or Apple Pay accepted
John teaches classical piano and all other popular styles of piano. If your student loves music but isn't interested in traditional classical piano instruction, John can tailor piano lessons to match the student's interests and capabilities.
Pete McManaman - Guitar, Bass, Theory and Keyboards
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (In person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Experience: Wisconsin Conservatory, Marquette, Recording artist, WAMI, WCCM since 1983. Styles include: acoustic finger-style, traditional/ modern jazz guitar, pop/rock styles, blues, shredder, country, singer/songwriter and solo performance.
414-207-1571 [email protected], www.petermac.net
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hr
His philosophy on teaching is a nurturing approach, encouraging the creative growth of his students based on the interests of the individual.
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (In person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Experience: Wisconsin Conservatory, Marquette, Recording artist, WAMI, WCCM since 1983. Styles include: acoustic finger-style, traditional/ modern jazz guitar, pop/rock styles, blues, shredder, country, singer/songwriter and solo performance.
414-207-1571 [email protected], www.petermac.net
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hr
His philosophy on teaching is a nurturing approach, encouraging the creative growth of his students based on the interests of the individual.
Caelyn Meier, NCTM - Piano, music theory, composition, ukulele Accepting New Students - Piano Classes/Buddy Lessons Offered! - Click here
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In-Person or virtual)
Experience: Four years of teaching at Maranatha Music Prep
Education/Affiliation: B.A. in Music with concentrations in Piano Pedagogy and in Arranging and Composition, Music Teachers National Association
Specialty: Young Students
Rate: Please contact instructor https://www.pianolabstudio.com/
Contact: [email protected] 765-516-5593
Studio Days: Monday-Friday (In-Person or virtual)
Experience: Four years of teaching at Maranatha Music Prep
Education/Affiliation: B.A. in Music with concentrations in Piano Pedagogy and in Arranging and Composition, Music Teachers National Association
Specialty: Young Students
Rate: Please contact instructor https://www.pianolabstudio.com/
Contact: [email protected] 765-516-5593
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Kate Neils - Piano, Early education Accepting New Students
Studio Days: Wednesday, Thursday (In-Person) Experience: Jane Tan Piano Pedagogy, WCCM staff 1995 Rate: $28 per 1/2 hour Contact: [email protected] 414-861-7773 Kate enjoys sharing the foundation and passion of music to the youngest of students...including her Grandchildren! |
Joe Nuval - Piano, RCM
Studio Days: Monday (In Person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Education: Interlochen School for the Arts, Eastman School of Music, Indiana University
Founding Member for the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program, WCCM since 2005
www.NuvalPianoStudio.info 262-893-6443
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
Joe's focus is on keeping lessons fun while building efficient technique and a solid music theory foundation. His experience spans all ages and levels, individual and group settings.
Studio Days: Monday (In Person or Virtual) Accepting new students
Education: Interlochen School for the Arts, Eastman School of Music, Indiana University
Founding Member for the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program, WCCM since 2005
www.NuvalPianoStudio.info 262-893-6443
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
Joe's focus is on keeping lessons fun while building efficient technique and a solid music theory foundation. His experience spans all ages and levels, individual and group settings.
Emily Peplin - piano, all ages, accepting new students
Contact: emilypeplin @ gmail (dot) com, www.emilypeplinmusic.com Studio Days: Friday-Sunday Lesson Fee: $30/30 minutes. Education: Pursuing Royal Conservatory of Music ARCT/LRCM degree.
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music and Federation.
Students are guided in their ability to play music they love, and given the skills to develop musicianship as a lifelong process of self-discovery and aspiration alike. Instruction specializes in facilitating aural relationships to applied theory and technical aptitude. The option to follow the RCM certification program and/or to play along with an interactive curriculum structures student learning as a process that builds confidence and joyful expression alongside individual pace. Click on Emily's name above for more information!
Contact: emilypeplin @ gmail (dot) com, www.emilypeplinmusic.com Studio Days: Friday-Sunday Lesson Fee: $30/30 minutes. Education: Pursuing Royal Conservatory of Music ARCT/LRCM degree.
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music and Federation.
Students are guided in their ability to play music they love, and given the skills to develop musicianship as a lifelong process of self-discovery and aspiration alike. Instruction specializes in facilitating aural relationships to applied theory and technical aptitude. The option to follow the RCM certification program and/or to play along with an interactive curriculum structures student learning as a process that builds confidence and joyful expression alongside individual pace. Click on Emily's name above for more information!
Wendy Quinn - Piano WCCM Staff 2021
Studio Days- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (in person) Accepting new students
Degree/Experience- Bachelor of Music Education- 35 years experience teaching elementary general music- 21 years at Kettle Moraine using keyboarding with kindergarten through fifth grade as a means toward music literacy
Contact: [email protected] 262-370-5887
Rate: $30 per ½ hour
“In my years of teaching music I have developed a story-telling approach to teaching music concepts that makes learning music terms and signposts fun. I use a whole-brain approach to figuring out the language of music and the expression of that music. I believe that the relationships that I have with my students are as important as the music we make together.”
Studio Days- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (in person) Accepting new students
Degree/Experience- Bachelor of Music Education- 35 years experience teaching elementary general music- 21 years at Kettle Moraine using keyboarding with kindergarten through fifth grade as a means toward music literacy
Contact: [email protected] 262-370-5887
Rate: $30 per ½ hour
“In my years of teaching music I have developed a story-telling approach to teaching music concepts that makes learning music terms and signposts fun. I use a whole-brain approach to figuring out the language of music and the expression of that music. I believe that the relationships that I have with my students are as important as the music we make together.”
Maggie Rebers - Piano, Beginning to Advanced (age 7 - adult) Accepting new students
Studio Days: Monday and Thursday Rate: $140/month (30-minute lessons)
Contact: [email protected]/262-442-7777
Education/Experience: 20+ years private teaching experience, BA in Music (piano performance emphasis), Graduate credits in Collaborative Piano
Professional Experience: As an active collaborative performer, I have worked with Skylight Music Theatre, Acacia Theatre, Brew City Opera, Tenors MKE, and many of southeast Wisconsin's most accomplished singers. An advocate of live classical music, I founded the First Fridays Concert Series at Grace Lutheran Church in Milwaukee and Colla Voce Concerts.
Approach: In the studio I focus on music literacy, self-discipline, and sharing music with others. Because I am constantly preparing new material for my own performing, I have the opportunity to bring my own challenges and discoveries to my students.
Studio Days: Monday and Thursday Rate: $140/month (30-minute lessons)
Contact: [email protected]/262-442-7777
Education/Experience: 20+ years private teaching experience, BA in Music (piano performance emphasis), Graduate credits in Collaborative Piano
Professional Experience: As an active collaborative performer, I have worked with Skylight Music Theatre, Acacia Theatre, Brew City Opera, Tenors MKE, and many of southeast Wisconsin's most accomplished singers. An advocate of live classical music, I founded the First Fridays Concert Series at Grace Lutheran Church in Milwaukee and Colla Voce Concerts.
Approach: In the studio I focus on music literacy, self-discipline, and sharing music with others. Because I am constantly preparing new material for my own performing, I have the opportunity to bring my own challenges and discoveries to my students.
Kristin Sponcia- Accepting new students Piano and Voice (30 or 60 minutes, age restrictions apply)
Tuition on auto pay: $148/month: 25 mins ($37/half-hour) 1 lesson/week or $267/month: 55 mins ($66.75/hour) 1 lesson/week.
Non-Auto-Pay tuition: $183/month ($45.75/half-hour with 4 lessons) or $302/month ($75.50/hour with 4 lessons)
Contact: 651-503-9862 or [email protected]
Dr. Kristin Sponcia is a Milwaukee-based pianist, vocalist, arranger, composer, and educator specializing in unique jazz and pop arrangements. Her performance career spans from Carnegie Hall to a jazz residency in China, with extensive work as a freelance pianist and vocalist across Milwaukee, Chicago, Minneapolis/St. Paul, and beyond. Her academic credentials include a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance (Voice) from the University of Illinois (2018), a Master's from Roosevelt University (Jazz and Studio Music-Piano) (2005), and a Bachelor's from UW Green Bay (Jazz Emphasis-Piano) (2000). Her doctoral research focused on female self-accompanied jazz vocalists. Sponcia's teaching experience includes positions at several Milwaukee-area schools and eight years as faculty at McNally Smith College of Music. She currently performs and teaches throughout the Milwaukee and Chicago regions while developing songwriting and music entrepreneurship skills. For performance updates and projects, visit www.kristinsponcia.com.
Tuition on auto pay: $148/month: 25 mins ($37/half-hour) 1 lesson/week or $267/month: 55 mins ($66.75/hour) 1 lesson/week.
Non-Auto-Pay tuition: $183/month ($45.75/half-hour with 4 lessons) or $302/month ($75.50/hour with 4 lessons)
Contact: 651-503-9862 or [email protected]
Dr. Kristin Sponcia is a Milwaukee-based pianist, vocalist, arranger, composer, and educator specializing in unique jazz and pop arrangements. Her performance career spans from Carnegie Hall to a jazz residency in China, with extensive work as a freelance pianist and vocalist across Milwaukee, Chicago, Minneapolis/St. Paul, and beyond. Her academic credentials include a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance (Voice) from the University of Illinois (2018), a Master's from Roosevelt University (Jazz and Studio Music-Piano) (2005), and a Bachelor's from UW Green Bay (Jazz Emphasis-Piano) (2000). Her doctoral research focused on female self-accompanied jazz vocalists. Sponcia's teaching experience includes positions at several Milwaukee-area schools and eight years as faculty at McNally Smith College of Music. She currently performs and teaches throughout the Milwaukee and Chicago regions while developing songwriting and music entrepreneurship skills. For performance updates and projects, visit www.kristinsponcia.com.
Tammy Tissicino - Piano, Accompanist, WCCM Staff 2015
Education/Affiliation: Minor in Piano Performance, Major in Christian Education, Accompanist Spring Creek Church, Instructor at Heritage Christian School
Studio Days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Contact: [email protected] 262-391-1390
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
Tammy enjoys teaching different ages and skill levels. She especially loves beginners and strives to instill a love and appreciation for music in her students.
Education/Affiliation: Minor in Piano Performance, Major in Christian Education, Accompanist Spring Creek Church, Instructor at Heritage Christian School
Studio Days: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Contact: [email protected] 262-391-1390
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
Tammy enjoys teaching different ages and skill levels. She especially loves beginners and strives to instill a love and appreciation for music in her students.
Pam Truax - Piano, Beginner - Late Intermediate (All ages), Accompanist
Studio Days: Tuesday, Wednesday
Education/Affiliation: Piano Pedagogy, Augsburg/Alverno College,
Royal Conservatory Music, Classical, Organ, Federation, Montessori, WCCM 2018
Contact: [email protected] 414-379-5061
www.studio88.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
"Pam is a classically trained musician with a music therapy and early childhood background. She has taught piano lessons as well as classroom music for many years and feels passionate that music is an invaluable part of child development".
Studio Days: Tuesday, Wednesday
Education/Affiliation: Piano Pedagogy, Augsburg/Alverno College,
Royal Conservatory Music, Classical, Organ, Federation, Montessori, WCCM 2018
Contact: [email protected] 414-379-5061
www.studio88.mymusicstaff.com
Rate: $30 per 1/2 hour
"Pam is a classically trained musician with a music therapy and early childhood background. She has taught piano lessons as well as classroom music for many years and feels passionate that music is an invaluable part of child development".
Robin Wohlfeil - Classical Guitar, Piano (Age 5 to Adult)
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (In Person or Virtual)
Degrees & Training: Bachelor of Music from Carroll University; Post-Bachelor studies in Music Education, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia University; Suzuki Guitar (Books 1 & 2) and Musikgarten Early Childhood Instructor
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program, Federation, WCCM since 2007
Contact: [email protected] or 262-719-4124
Rates: $30/30 minutes, $40/45 minutes, $50/60 minutes
Philosophy- Music is within each one of us; my role as instructor is to support you as you discover and develop your unique abilities.
Studio Days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday (In Person or Virtual)
Degrees & Training: Bachelor of Music from Carroll University; Post-Bachelor studies in Music Education, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia University; Suzuki Guitar (Books 1 & 2) and Musikgarten Early Childhood Instructor
Affiliations: Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate Program, Federation, WCCM since 2007
Contact: [email protected] or 262-719-4124
Rates: $30/30 minutes, $40/45 minutes, $50/60 minutes
Philosophy- Music is within each one of us; my role as instructor is to support you as you discover and develop your unique abilities.