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Our Teachers
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Piano, guitar, ukulele, preschool music, voice & choir, songwriting, adult learners. Jan can get you started & connected to the musical world.
Micah Heflen
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Int/adv electric & acoustic guitar, piano, songwriting, Latin & Afro-Cuban & improv styles. Micah can help you get on stage.
Amanda Christian
Jan Jaffe (JA-fee)
Sophia Goodenberger
Piano, clarinet, saxophone, ukulele. Amanda can keep you on track with her positive energy.
Sophia Goodenberger
Sophia Goodenberger
Sophia Goodenberger
Voice, piano, beginning guitar & uke. Sophia creates a safe space to take fun musical risks.
Nick Colletto
Sophia Goodenberger
Bronson Moreno
Piano, jazz piano, trombone & euphonium, composition. Nick can help you jam & play.
Bronson Moreno
Sophia Goodenberger
Bronson Moreno
Electric & acoustic guitar, beginning ukulele. Bronson has tips & tricks for every level.
Our commitment to families...
All of our teachers undergo complete background & reference checks for your peace of mind.
Make Music Ellensburg
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
"Miss Jan" is an experienced, certificated teacher and performing singer-songwriter living in Ellensburg, Washington. She has a Master of Music Education from Central Washington University with experience teaching private lessons, K-12 music classes, community ensembles, summer camps, and a variety of musical workshops.
Jan is especially p
"Miss Jan" is an experienced, certificated teacher and performing singer-songwriter living in Ellensburg, Washington. She has a Master of Music Education from Central Washington University with experience teaching private lessons, K-12 music classes, community ensembles, summer camps, and a variety of musical workshops.
Jan is especially passionate about sharing music with people who "always wanted to learn" or "never thought it was possible."
Philosophy
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
Music is for everyone.
Music participation should be available to all people regardless of age, skill, or circumstance.
Enjoying, creating, & sharing music produces healthier, happier people. Our hearts & minds are opened, bodies are challenged & strengthened, & spirits find new ways to connect. Music also has a subtle way of encouraging p
Music is for everyone.
Music participation should be available to all people regardless of age, skill, or circumstance.
Enjoying, creating, & sharing music produces healthier, happier people. Our hearts & minds are opened, bodies are challenged & strengthened, & spirits find new ways to connect. Music also has a subtle way of encouraging problem-solving, self-esteem, self-discipline & responsibility. In short, music is important!
Classes & Lessons
Jan Jaffe, Director & Teacher
Classes & Lessons
We offer a range of lessons, classes, workshops, ensembles, & relaxed gatherings - as well as referrals to other local resources.
Ongoing events: private lessons & recitals for all ages (guitar, piano, voice, ukulele).
Also: guitar classes, songwriting workshops, preschool music classes, drum set workshops, sing- & play-alongs, student appreciation events, & more!
Good Stuff & Accolades
Arts Commissions
The Daily Record News
The Daily Record News
The Ellensburg Arts Commission has awarded Make Music Ellensburg grants in 2019, 2020, & 2021 for our free community programs: the Ellensburg Strum-Along & the Community Virtual Choir Project.
Teacher Jan Jaffe was also honored to be asked by ArtsWA (the Washington State Arts Commission) to be a grants panelist in 2020.
The Daily Record News
The Daily Record News
The Daily Record News
Teacher Jan Jaffe has been featured in the Daily Record News many times - including a large feature here on Oct 1, 2020: "Jan Jaffe brings out the best with her music," & a Strum-Along feature in the Kittitas Valley Living February 2020 magazine.
Jan also was a finalist in the Best of Kittitas County 2020 musician category.
Collaborations
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Collaborations
Make Music Ellensburg is enthusiastic about partnering with people, organizations, & businesses that share our values, such as the nonprofits Gallery One, Valley Musical Theatre, & Ellensburg Community Radio, Central Washington University's campus life programming, the Ellensburg Downtown Association, Mark Holloway at D&M Coffee, Ellensbu
Make Music Ellensburg is enthusiastic about partnering with people, organizations, & businesses that share our values, such as the nonprofits Gallery One, Valley Musical Theatre, & Ellensburg Community Radio, Central Washington University's campus life programming, the Ellensburg Downtown Association, Mark Holloway at D&M Coffee, Ellensburg Parks & Rec, Garey Williams at Drumset Mastery, Josh Humphrey at JBH Guitars, Lee Bates at the Valley Voices, Carol Cox & the open mic team at Old Skool's, & so many more. Thank you.