Music Maker Workshops LLC

Join us as we wish a very, ‘Happy Birthday’ to our Event & Marketing Coordinator.
Have an amazing day Jess!
You deserve it!
Love,
MMW Team

🎶 We are honored to be nominated for Best of Ahwatukee in several categories. 🎉

Please take a moment to vote for our hardworking, dedicated music teachers! Categories include:
🎵 #92 Best Music School
❤️ #53 Best Mom and Pop
👏 #52 Best Customer Service

Visit ahwatukee.com to cast your vote. Thank you for supporting our local, family-run music school! 🎼💛

Class is back in session! We're thrilled to start the first lessons of the year and look forward to an amazing year filled with music and growth!

Student Spotlight: Meet cellist, Tim C!

Q: What is your favorite part of taking music lessons at Music Makers?
A: The staff, and particularly my teacher Miss Andrea. She is a kind, patient and very knowledgeable teacher who consistently challenges me to be better.

Q: What is your favorite song to play and why?
A: Currently my favorite piece is Hayden's Surprise Symphony. It requires a lot of different dynamics which I've always found challenging to incorporate into my playing. Hayden has opened that door for me. As a result I really enjoy playing that piece.

Q: What inspired you to take music lessons?
A: I've always thought the cello is a beautiful instrument, and I wanted to see if I can make it sound beautiful. Additionally, I believe the difficulty I experience in learning to play it is challenging my brain in terrific ways, which I feel is very important in the fight against cognitive decline.

Q: Most memorable musical moment?
A: There have been so many memorable moments!! Certainly, one of the top ones has to be the first time I played through the prelude of Bach's cello suite No.1 in its entirety. Have I finished with it? Not even close, there's still so much to improve upon and learn about it!

Q: What are your future musical goals?
A: I simply want to continue to improve as I have over these first 10 years. One day at a time, one skill at a time.

Q: Which famous musician would you choose to meet?
A: Well, it would have to be Yo Yo Ma. I have a friend who met him. He played in a concert with him, and he talked about what a kind and generous person he was.

Q: What are three fun facts about yourself?
A: I spent two summers working as a photographer on an archeological dig in Cyprus in the late eighties, I built an electric car in 2009, I am pretty good at baking many types of bread.

Last month marked Tim's 10th musicversarry at Music Makers! His dedication to music and lifelong learning are admirable, we're so glad he is a part of our community!

As the holiday season surrounds us with joy and cheer, we’re reminded of the incredible gift we receive year-round: the opportunity to make a difference through music.

From the laughter of first lessons to the proud smiles at recitals, we are honored to be part of your musical journey. Thank you for letting us be a part of your story.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Music Maker Workshops! ❤️

Student Spotlight: Meet piano student, Emma H!

Q: What is your favorite part of taking music lessons at Music Makers?
A: Getting to play so many fun songs.

Q: What is your favorite song to play and why?
A: Arabesque, because it’s difficult for me so I feel very happy when I get better at it.

Q: What inspired you to take music lessons?
A: I want to play the piano like my mom.

Q: Most memorable musical moment?
A: When I played Howls Moving at my recital.
Q: What are your future musical goals?
A: To be able to play the original versions of For Elise and Ode to Joy.

Q: Which famous musician would you choose to meet?
A: Beethoven

Q: What are three fun facts about yourself?
A: I speak 2 languages (English & Chinese), I’ve been to every continent except Antarctica and I have been learning piano for 4 years.

Keep up the awesome work, Emma!

Student Spotlight: Meet drum student, Emma T!

Q: What is your favorite part of taking music lessons at Music Makers?
A: My favorite part is having an instructor that likes the same music I do.

Q: What is your favorite song to play and why?
A: Brainstew from Greenday, because its my favorite song from my favorite band!

Q: What inspired you to take music lessons?
A: My brother

Q: Most memorable musical moment?
A: Playing a whole song I learned in my room on my new drum set!

Q: What are your future musical goals?
A: I just want to have fun with learning and playing music right now and maybe later join a band.

Q: Which famous musician would you choose to meet?
A: The Drummer for the band Greenday.

Q: What are three fun facts about yourself?
A: I have hypermobility of my joints, where I can bend them extremely past their normal range of motion, I am an avid gamer and enjoy Fortnite, Minecraft, Roblox, and I volunteer at animal shelters.

Keep up the wonderful progress Emma!

Student Spotlight: Meet drum student, Levi S.!

Q. What is your favorite part of taking lessons at Music Makers?
A. Learning new beats

Q. What is your favorite song to play and why?
A. Enter Sandman by Metallica because it is hard to do.

Q. What inspired you to take music lessons?
A. I was listening to music with my family and thought it would be fun to play instead of just listen.

Q. Most memorable music moment?
A. Learning how to play the whole song My Hero by the Foo fighters

Q. What are your future musical goals?
A. Be a professional drummer

Q. Which famous musician would you choose to meet?
A. James Hetfield (Metallica)

Q. What are three fun facts about yourself?
A. I love to fish, I love to play football & I have a mullet

Keep up the awesome work, Levi!

This holiday season, help us give back by donating items for foster teen boys through
Stop by the studio now through December 13th to drop off your contributions!

Visit ahwatukeekiwanis.org for a full list of what they're looking for 🎁

🎄 This holiday season, let’s come together to spread joy and make a difference in our community! From now until December 13th, students have a unique opportunity to play music for a great cause. 🎶

Play to Earn Donations:
Every note played helps support boys and teens in foster care through Kiwanis Ahwatukee. For every 3 days of practice, students get to choose the donation of their choice (provided in the lobby), making their music even more meaningful this season. 💙

Bonus Holiday Cheer!
Students, want to do even more? Bring in your own donation—and you’ll receive a holiday stuffy as a thank-you for your generosity (while supplies last). View wishlist at ahwatukeekiwanis.org 🎁

Let’s show the true spirit of giving and turn our music into a gift for those in need. Together, we can create a brighter holiday for these kids.

📆 Don’t wait! The last day to participate is December 13th.

🎶 Give the Gift of Music This Holiday Season! 🎶

There’s nothing more magical than watching a child discover the joy of music. Whether it’s the first notes on a piano, strumming a guitar, or singing their heart out, music opens up a world of creativity, confidence, and expression.

This holiday season, why not gift an experience that lasts a lifetime? At Music Maker Workshops, we offer personalized music lessons for all ages and skill levels. From beginners to budding performers, we have the perfect program to inspire your little musician.

Give the gift of music—it’s more than a lesson; it’s a lifelong gift. 🎁 Visit us to learn more about holiday packages and start their musical journey today! 🎹🎸🎤

The studio will be closed November 28-29th for the holiday
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This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the transformative power of music 🎶✨. It connects us, inspires us, and brings so much joy to our lives. Let’s celebrate the season with gratitude and harmony. 🧡🍁