About Me
Hi, I’m Elena Kolevska — a music educator, content creator, children’s music author, and private piano and voice teacher based in Illinois.
Music has always been more than notes on a page for me. It is a way to build confidence, creativity, discipline, and joy — whether I’m working with a child at the piano, a voice student finding a new sound, or a classroom full of young musicians discovering how music works.
I bring over a decade of experience as a K–8 music teacher, along with private teaching, curriculum design, and digital content creation, to everything I do.
Private Piano & Voice Lessons
I offer private piano and voice lessons for students who want to grow musically while building confidence and strong foundations.
My teaching style is:
- Encouraging and structured
- Clear, patient, and goal-oriented
- Adapted to each student’s pace and personality
Lessons focus on:
- Technique and healthy musicianship
- Reading music with understanding
- Musical expression and confidence
- Enjoyment, not pressure
Whether a student is just beginning or continuing a musical journey, my goal is to help each learner feel capable, motivated, and proud of progress.
Music Explained – YouTube Channel
I run the Music Explained YouTube channel, where I break down music concepts in a way that actually makes sense.
The channel is designed for:
- Students who want clarity
- Teachers looking for engaging explanations
- Parents supporting music learning at home
Videos focus on:
- Music theory made simple
- Composer stories
- Classroom-ready explanations
- Practical musical understanding
Everything I create is rooted in real classroom experience — not just theory, but what actually works with kids.
Children’s Music Books
I’m also the author of several children’s music books published on Amazon.
These books:
- Teach real music concepts through story
- Use age-appropriate language and humor
- Support classroom learning and home reading
- Help kids understand music, not just memorize facts
Each book is written with both students and teachers in mind — engaging enough for kids, accurate enough for educators.
Music Teaching Resources
For fellow educators, I create ready-to-use music lesson plans and resources on Teachers Pay Teachers.
My resources are:
- No-prep or low-prep
- Print-friendly and digital-friendly
- Clear, structured, and student-tested
- Designed for real classrooms and real time limits
They focus on:
- One music concept at a time
- Clear instructions and teacher scripts
- Independent and self-paced learning
- Saving teachers time without sacrificing quality
My Philosophy
- Music should be understood, not rushed
- Students learn best when they feel safe and confident
- Good teaching balances structure with creativity
- Music education should feel meaningful, not overwhelming
Whether you’re a parent, student, or educator, everything I create is built to support learning with clarity, care, and purpose.
Let’s Connect
If you’re interested in:
- Private piano or voice lessons
- Educational music content
- Children’s music books
- Classroom-ready lesson plans
You’re in the right place.
Thank you for being part of this musical journey.
— Elena Kolevska