Teeny Violini is a mobile, music-based educational program provider that partners with early learning centers (ELC), preschools, and after-school programs. Our desire is to build a strong foundation for a lifetime love of learning music, one child at a time. We use the power and joy of creative music-making to help children learn and grow more confident.
Through music, we reinforce and enhance the learning of basic social, emotional, cognitive, and physical concepts. Skills like literacy, math, movement, dexterity, kindness, self-awareness, and confidence are also developed through our program while students develop skills in learning to play an instrument. We understand that making music engaging and creative is essential to learning and development for children.
We offer easily accessible music lessons to early learning centers and preschools, with the ultimate objective of assisting schools in boosting enrollment. To ensure inclusivity, we provide free to low-cost music education, catering to students of all socioeconomic backgrounds.
Our curriculum design is based on the national music educational standards for students from preschool to grades K–12 and supported by research data from some of the leading researchers in music education, like the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Music Educators Association (NMEA), Americans for the Arts (AFTA), and the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, among others. In addition, Teeny Violini incorporates the Colorful Violin method which utilizes color-coded violin strings to make learning more accessible and engaging for young students. Each color represents a specific note, making it easier for children to understand and remember musical concepts. These curricula provide standards, goals, and learning sequences for essential skills and knowledge in string programs K–12 and general music education for early learners.
Portia Dunkley has worked in string education for over 16 years throughout the state of Florida. As a graduate of Florida State University, she obtained her bachelor’s degree in double bass performance and her master of arts degree in arts administration. Before founding Teeny Violini, Portia worked as an arts administrator in the Liberty City community, facilitating programming and developing community partners.
Katherine Menendez was born in Havana, Cuba, and currently resides in Miami, Florida. She is a university student at Florida International University (FIU), pursuing her Master's in Industrial Organizational Psychology. She is responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships, developing strategic initiatives, and coordinating partnership activities. She works closely with community leaders and organizations to expand Teeny Violini's reach and impact.
Luiza is the Artistic Programs and HR Manager at Teeny Violini, hailing from São Paulo, Brazil. She holds a Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. In her role, Luiza oversees the overall artistic programming and manages recruitment programs, including hiring, selection, and onboarding procedures. Additionally, she is responsible for employee relations, performance management, and professional development initiatives, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the organization.
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