Shana is an intelligent, thoughtful music teacher who finds the right balance of accommodating students’ individual learning styles with motivating students to achieve and succeed beyond expectations. Our son was diagnosed with autism at age three. Shana began working with him ensemble performances when he was in high school. He is now a student in college majoring in music. Shana is truly a gifted teacher who can inspire greatness in any student who has a passion for music!

It's hard to put into words the amount of joy my son expresses when he's finished playing a song using Shana's adaptive piano lessons. Shana really knows her stuff and is able to adapt her approach to the child's needs. We take videos and share them with our whole family every lesson! My son feels a real joy for music and nows a way of expressing it!

Each time I have had the great fortune to participate in a presentation led by Shana I leave with not only the tools but the confidence to educate and support all learners in my music room. Shana provides detailed and actionable ideas for lesson plans and projects that are designed to meet all students where they are. The lessons incorporate fun and innovative ways to engage students in the music classroom in ways that are both accessible and musically rigorous. In addition to her presentations, Shana serves as an excellent consultant for private lesson teachers who work with students with special needs. She takes the time to thoughtfully provide feedback, resources and action steps to make lessons successful and fun!