Meet Your Teachers

As teachers, we are passionate about music and the development of children.

We create a fun, informal, social setting that spurs engagement and supports each child's musical development.

 

photo Nicole Silich White

I was born into a musical family. My earliest memories of music are singing with my mom and learning songs at church. I began taking piano lessons in kindergarten and continued through high school. I have been involved in concert band, ensemble, and jazz groups. I have sung in chorus and participated in theater through college. I love to sing, dance, and play the piano. Although music wasn't my formal education, I couldn't imagine a day without it!

I come from a long line of teachers that not only value education but believe ALL children can learn. I have a B.S. in elementary education and a M.Ed. in Reading education. I hold special certifications in reading and working with dyslexic students. I have worked with students from preschool through the university setting. I enjoy combining my love of music with my passion for education to create an inviting musical learning environment for your family!

As a stay at home mama I have experienced the joy and delight that Music Together® offers by taking my own children. After my first free demo in a baby store I quickly obtained my Music Together training, became a registered teacher and had my family participating in class. I found it such a support for me when I decided to stay home with my first child. Quitting a full time job to stay home can be an isolating decision. I needed connection. As I went to class every week I knew I was providing my child with a quality class and I would get to connect with other parents. Sometimes just having a conversation with another adult was so encouraging.

I have enjoyed teaching at several centers in Raleigh, NC and in Columbus, OH. When my family moved to Westerville my sister and I started Wholey Sisters Music Together, LLC. It has been such a wonderful experience working with my sister as co-directors and teaching families. Classes are such an inspiring place for families to interact. I count it a blessing every semester that I teach that families allow me to be a part of the memories they make with each other. Contact Nicole

 

 

     
photo Valerie Robinson

 

Valerie Robinson graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor's of Music in music therapy.  She is a board-certified Music Therapist and a registered Music Together teacher.  She worked as a music therapist at Bridgeway Academy from 2007-2015, serving children on the autism spectrum and other developmental disabilities.  She was the administrative director for the Music Together program at Bridgeway Academy from 2009-2015.  Valerie currently serves as president of the Association for Ohio Music Therapists.  She and her husband have 4 daughters who all have grown up in the Music Together program!