Joan Renne is a classically trained string player who has performed professionally for many years. Joan holds a Bachelor of Arts from Oberlin College and a Master of Music from Manhattan School of Music. She is currently utilizing …
Jim Oshinsky
James Oshinsky, Ph.D. is a psychologist and musician who has been part of Music for People since its inception. Jim helped formalize Music for People’s training programs, especially in the area of group dynamics and leadership. …
Jay Cook
Using world rhythms and improvisation, Jay’s Rhythmprov workshops lead you in groovin’ and movin’ with voice and multi-instruments: soloing, composing, recording and inventive notating exploration. The bulk of Jay’s workshop and residency work is with musician …
Jane Buttars
Jane Buttars is a versatile musician and innovative educator who has performed professionally as pianist, harpsichordist, vocalist, and dancer for many years. She has given solo recitals, chamber music programs and lectures across the country, and …
Jan Magray
Once one learns how to jam, you end up making music with the most interesting people of all ages. I am busily creating a new product that will make music in the moment accessible to …
Jan Hittle
After hearing Bobby McFerrin sing on National Public Radio, Jan went looking for a place to study music improvisation. That journey first led her to David Darling and Music for People. After graduating from Music …
Jahna Calandrelli Moncrief
Jahna invites you to explore the musical arts by remember that the sound came first! Her teaching is dedicated to creating a life-long love of music, while accommodating individual learning styles, goals, and interests. She …
Henrik Stubbe Teglbjaerg
Life is a beautiful adventure. It is unfolding around me, without my doing anything, and I choose to partake in it. It fills me with joy, beauty and bliss. It is a constant challenge to …
Heidi Champney
Heidi’s workshops, “Sounding, Centering, Soaring” provide a joyous playful and welcoming atmosphere for discovering and expressing our creative, musical voices and exploring the pleasure of musical co-creation. Her teaching reflects her passion for music, her appreciation for each individual, and her …
Heather Keller
Heather Keller is a multi-instrumentalist and group facilitator whose work is infused with a sense of spiritual depth, contagious rhythm, and soulful play. Heather’s teaching style incorporates a learn-by-doing approach with MfP basic skills and …