The World Of Music

Did you know that all children are born musical? Join me for Munchkin’s Music and Dance, where we will nurture your baby, toddler, or preschooler’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement. Or inquire about private lessons (though these are not for kids only! :)

Registration is now open for the eight-week fall session!

The Giraffe Collection is starting up in mid-September!!! Classes will run for eight weeks on Wednesdays (9:00 and 10:00) in Crested Butte, and Thursdays (9:30 and 10:30) in Gunnison. Cost is $195 (which includes my price of $38 for music and a book to have at home to sing and dance with.) Late registrations are always welcome if there is space...it will be prorated.

Come check out what Music Class is all about! Here's a beautiful video of one student playing Music class at home! Those who are in class recognize the book and the song--"I'm So Happy"

Greetings everyone, and Happy (soon to be) Fall!

I’m looking forward to the upcoming Giraffe Collection! Registration for that 8-week class is now open. Classes are on Wednesdays at 9:00 and 10:00 am in Crested Butte and on Thursdays at 9:30 and 10:30am in Gunnison. Cost is $195, which includes a $38 fee for digital music and a hard copy book to take home to sing and dance with.

These fun and interactive classes are for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers with their caregivers. We have a blast playing all sorts of instruments and singing, all while working on basic tonal and rhythmic competence. Learn more about the class by clicking the Munchkin’s tab (under Offerings) above!

Gift certificates are available in any amount… give an experience that lasts a lifetime!! Be sure you are on the Crested Butte or Gunnison page when you purchase these ;)

And this is special and wonderful….a meeting of brother (private guitar student) and sister (in Music Class!)

Group lessons

This is a new program I’ve implemented, utilizing Whole Body Learning! I’m hoping to offer a new 5- and 6-year-old group this fall, as the recent classes have had a blast! The research touting the benefits of group lessons continues to grow.

Contact me to be put on the email list if this is of interest!

Private lessons

Please contact me for availability for piano, guitar or mandolin lessons for children (I currently have a waitlist for the school-attending set) or adults.

Paradise Pre-school

I often teach Music and Spanish to all ages at Paradise Pre-school

Threshold Singers: The Threshold Singers have been on hiatus, but energy has brewed for a monthly Song Circle in the valley!! I will be leading a Valley Voices Collective every third Sunday at Sanctuary Somatics in Gunnison Please check out their website or contact me if you are interested in joining this!!

Musician(s) for Hire: Feel free to contact me if you are looking for live music for an event!

About Us

Music in CB offers a rich variety of musical opportunities for children and adults in the Gunnison Valley of Colorado.

Whether you’re looking for something to do with your toddler, have an aspiring pianist in the family, or are looking for someone to play music at a special event, I’d love to help! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or thoughts…

Musically yours,
Karen

Offerings

Whatever age you are, we have musical opportunities for you!

Music For Munchkins

Munchkin’s Music and Dance offers a fun and interactive opportunity for you and your little one to explore music and movement. Early exposure is the key to musical competency at a later age….come explore with us!

Go to Munchkin’s Music

Explore Paradise Preschool Offerings

Private Lessons

No matter what age you are, its never too late to explore an instrument. I offer lessons in piano, guitar, and mandolin.

Explore Private Lessons

Threshold Singers

The Gunnison Valley Threshold singers bring the beauty of music to those who need it most. Join us, or find out more.

Explore Gunnison Valley Threshold Singers

Musicians For Hire

Need music for a special event? We’re here for you!

Explore Musicians for Hire

Reviews

Karen is an awesome music teacher and I highly recommend Munchkin's Music class. I am 15 and have been in Karen’s classes since I was 3 or 4. Karen's classes sparked my interest for music at a very young age because she made it fun and entertaining. Now, music is my life and I hope to make it into a career. Overall, even if your not serious about music, the classes Karen offers are super fun for kids and might even start a lifelong interest.

Linda

I have three daughters who have all been to Karen's Munchkin's Music classes. I believe that starting babies in a music class helps develop important skills in life, like focusing in a classroom, hearing and counting to develop math skills, and socializing skills in a fun environment. Two of my three daughters have taken private music lessons with Karen for years and have become accomplished musicians! The third daughter (age 3) will continue to enjoy Munchkin's Music class until she starts kindergarten. Children love Karen's kind and fun nature. I am so thrilled that Karen continues to teach. Karen loves to watch children grow and always listens to them. Children of all ages love to learn and have fun with Karen Janssen.

Dawn

As a music educator myself, I know how important it is to expose young children to a variety of music. Both of my children have taken music class with Karen since they were under a year. Once my older son aged out of the Munchkin's Music classes he transitioned very smoothly into piano lessons with Karen. I believe that attending Munchkin's Music and listening to the cds at home greatly prepared my son's ear to be aware of duple and triple time, the basics of solfege and the ability to repeat rhythms and match pitches with his voice. He is now enthusiastic about playing the piano and enjoys his weekly lessons with Karen. She is very structured and positive and is fantastic with kids. I look forward to my younger son following suit, music class has always been one of our favorite bonding times of the week. Karen has a passion for children and music education and shares the belief that playing/singing music is an essential skill for all children to gain.

Amanda