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MTMS is a PokeStop!

If you’ve ever spun your way through Gahanna playing Pokémon GO, you may have noticed something exciting… Michelle Tuesday Music School is officially a PokéStop! That’s right—your favorite place for music lessons is now a stop on your Poké journey. Whether you’re catching Pikachu, stocking up on Poké Balls, or just passing through, MTMS is here to help you level up—musically and digitally.

🌟 What does this mean?
You can now swing by our location to collect items, battle in nearby raids, and maybe even grab a selfie with a wild Jigglypuff in front of our piano mural. It’s just one more way Michelle Tuesday Music School is connecting with the Gahanna community through the power of music—and having fun doing it!

🎵 Bonus idea: Why not make it a music moment? Hum the Pokémon theme song while you spin the stop… or better yet, ask your teacher how to play it in your next music lesson. 😄

So whether you’re walking your buddy Pokémon, catching ‘em all, or heading in for your weekly music lesson, keep your eyes on the app—you might just get a little something extra next time you visit MTMS!

Creekside Blues and Jazz This Weekend!

🎶 Soak Up the Sounds at Gahanna’s Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival – June 13–15, 2025

If you love live music, good vibes, and local flavor, the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival in Gahanna, Ohio, is the place to be this June. Now in its 26th year, this beloved music festival brings three days of nonstop performances from some of the best blues, jazz, funk, and even bluegrass artists around.

Set in the heart of the charming Creekside District, this festival has become a summertime tradition for fans of Gahanna music and anyone who just wants a fun weekend with family and friends.

🎷 What to Expect

  • Over 30 live performances across three main stages—including national acts, local favorites, and rising stars.
  • Genres go beyond blues and jazz to include funk, reggae, bluegrass, and more.
  • This year’s lineup features artists like Vanessa Collier, Jessy J, Tony Monaco Trio, Marion Meadows, and Groove City Big Band.
  • There’s even a Kids’ Stage on Saturday and Sunday with family-friendly shows and activities.

🥁 It’s More Than Just Music

There’s something magical about enjoying live music with the creek flowing nearby, local food trucks sizzling, and artisan vendors lining the walkways. Whether you’re grooving with friends, dancing with your kids, or soaking up a sax solo under the stars, the vibe is pure summer joy.

🎟️ Tickets & Tips

  • Kids 10 & under get in free.
  • Youth and military discounts are available.
  • You can grab a single-day ticket or a full weekend pass for all the fun.
  • Free parking and a shuttle service from AEP Ohio make getting there easy.

🎺 Why You’ll Love It

  • It’s one of the best Gahanna music events of the year.
  • It’s family-friendly and affordable.
  • The setting—Creekside Park—is beautiful and walkable.
  • There’s a real sense of community and celebration woven into every note.

Whether you’re a die-hard jazz fan, a blues lover, or just looking for a lively weekend outdoors, the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival is your ticket to summer fun. Bring a blanket, grab some local eats, and let the music carry you away.

June’s Theme: Opera

🎭 Opera — Where Music Lessons Meet Epic Storytelling

This June at Michelle Tuesday Music School (MTMS), we’re stepping onto one of the grandest stages in music history—opera! As part of our monthly theme, students will explore this powerful blend of music and drama in their lessons and lab activities. Whether you’re brand new to opera or already a fan of the big, bold sound, this is your chance to see why this classical art form has stood the test of time.

What Makes Opera So Unique?

Let’s start with the basics: opera is a fully sung drama. Unlike a play where actors speak, opera performers sing everything. That’s right—dialogue, emotions, even arguments are delivered through music. And not just any music—classical vocal performance supported by a full orchestra.

This makes for some seriously dramatic storytelling, where the music isn’t just part of the background—it drives the story forward. That’s why opera is such a great theme for a music lesson. It blends voice, instruments, language, and emotion in a way few genres can.

From Arias to Ensembles: What You’ll Discover

In lessons this month, MTMS students will learn about some of the building blocks of opera:

  • Arias – Beautiful solo pieces where a character pours out their emotions.
  • Recitative – Quick, speech-like singing that moves the story along.
  • Chorus and Ensemble singing – Where groups of performers create rich harmonies and dramatic tension.
  • Character voice types – Like soprano, tenor, bass, and baritone—each with a special role to play.

You’ll also explore famous opera themes, learn how opera connects to history and storytelling, and even try composing or singing with opera-inspired flair in the Music Technology and Learning Lab.

Why Opera Makes a Great Music Lesson Theme

Opera combines many different skills students work on during their regular music lessons: vocal technique, dramatic expression, ensemble awareness, and even foreign language exposure. It’s theatrical, emotional, and full of life—exactly the kind of immersive theme that makes music education exciting.

Whether you’re working on piano, voice, or another instrument, opera opens the door to new techniques and deeper appreciation for classical music traditions.

Join Us In June

MTMS students will dive into opera all month long—through themed lab time with a listening station, composition station, and music history station. It’s a chance to connect your music lesson to centuries of performance history while having fun with one of the most over-the-top (in the best way!) styles of music ever created.

So come ready to explore, perform, and discover why opera has captivated audiences for generations. 🎶🎭

Music Lessons Aligned with Ohio’s Music Standards

🎶 5 Things Parents Should Know About Ohio’s New Music Standards

At Michelle Tuesday Music School, we keep up with the latest in music education. That way, your child always gets the best. Ohio just updated its Music Learning Standards for 2024, and we’re excited about what that means for young musicians.

Here’s a quick breakdown of what’s new—and how it connects to what we already do every day at MTMS:

1. Music Is More Than Playing Notes

The new standards focus on four big ideas:
🎼 Creating – coming up with new music
🎤 Performing – playing or singing music
🎧 Responding – listening and understanding
🌍 Connecting – relating music to life

It’s not just about reading notes. It’s about making music that means something.

2. Goals for Every Age and Stage

There’s a clear path for students from Kindergarten through high school. In high school, students can follow different levels—Proficient, Intermediate, Accomplished, or Advanced.
Wherever your child starts, there’s a standard that fits.

3. Ensembles Based on Skill, Not Just Grade

The new standards recognize that music groups often include a mix of ages.
So, ensemble goals are sorted by ability, not grade level.
That means your 6th grader and 10th grader can both thrive—at their own pace.

4. Built for Real-Life Flexibility

Every music program is different.
Some have more time, others have fewer resources.
These standards were made to be flexible. That lets us personalize your child’s music education without skipping the essentials.

5. Tech + Culture = A Richer Experience

Today’s students use tech everywhere—and that includes music.
The new standards encourage tools like composition apps and digital instruments.
They also include music from many cultures, helping kids see music as a universal language.

🎵 Want to see how your child can grow with a well-rounded music education?
Let’s chat! We offer private lessons, group classes, and an awesome Music Lab that brings these ideas to life.