Our Team
Dedicated Educators, Passionate Musicians
At Harmony Music School, our team is the heart of what we do. Our Kindermusik educators and private instructors bring a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to every class. With rigorous training and accreditation, they create a nurturing environment that fosters creativity, compassion, and curiosity in every student.
Our Harmony Team
Emilie Gaschke
Owner/Director, Kindermusik Educator, Piano Instructor
Emilie Gaschke holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a focus on Early Childhood Education. A classically trained pianist, Emilie has led Harmony Music School’s growth since 2010. Under her leadership, Harmony Music School serves over 250 children weekly across three locations. Emilie has earned Kindermusik International’s prestigious MAESTRO CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE award, placing her program in the top 1% globally. Emilie is passionate about educating parents on the benefits of music and lives in Kenosha with her husband, two children, and their dog, Benny.
Katherine Radeck
Kindermusik Educator
Katherine Radeck brings 25 years of music experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Music and Elementary Education from Bradley University. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, Katherine began as a Kindermusik parent before becoming a licensed educator in 2016. She’s active in the local music community, performing with various bands and orchestras. Katherine loves sharing music with her students and their families and lives in Kenosha with her husband and two boys.
Jennifer Larsen
Kindermusik Educator & Manager Studio Experiences
Jennifer Larsen combines her expertise in child development and her love for music in her role at Harmony Music School. With a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Early Childhood Education, Jennifer has decades of experience working with children. She’s also an accomplished vocalist and community theater performer. Jennifer’s passion lies in fostering creativity and confidence in her students.
Savannah Kroeger
Kindermusik Educator & Private Voice Instructor
Savannah Kroeger, a Kenosha native, holds degrees in Music and English from Carthage College. A skilled vocalist, she’s performed with the Carthage Choir and the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus. Savannah combines her love of music and teaching to inspire her Kindermusik families and voice students, fostering creativity and collaboration in every class.
Daniel Gaschke
Administrative & Business Development Lead
Daniel has been an integral part of Harmony Music School since its inception in 2010. With a background in education and management, Daniel oversees administrative responsibilities, facilities, and business development. A lifelong lover of music, Daniel enjoys singing, playing saxophone, and spending time with his family.
Megan Weaver
Private Lesson Instructor
Megan studied music at Carthage College with Drew Williams, Michael Schneider, and Etsushi Edward Kawakami. She graduated with a Music Core degree, which she enriched with a dance minor, piano lessons, composition lessons, music education courses, and a study tour in Austria and Germany under the instruction of Jörg Birhance. Furthermore, she attended the Rocky Mountain Summer Conservatory, where she studied with Manuel Ramos and Teresa Greenlee, and she currently plays with the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra and “Would You Kindly?” acoustic-electric rock band.
Megan enjoys teaching students of all ages and backgrounds and loves to help students set and reach their goals. Her caring, holistic approach creatively engages each student in their studies and develops their musical talents as well as critical thinking and time management.
Megan offers private beginner and intermediate violin and viola lessons and beginner and intermediate piano lessons.
Martha Veto
Private Lesson Instructor
Martha Veto is a teacher of both piano and cello, and has private students of all ages, young children through adults.
She attended the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, and served as principal of Kenosha Symphony Orchestra, Parkside Community Orchestra, and has played both piano and cello with the Racine Symphony Orchestra. A member of the National Federation of Music Clubs, Music Teachers National Association, and the local divisions of these National Groups, she enjoys preparing her students for performances and contests. Her students, have attained high honors at both the local and State levels. She and her students have had fun being in parades, and performing in various community outreach settings. Martha has performed in numerous recitals and wedding/party events, and has done much accompanying both soloists and as church choir accompanist. She also enjoys various venues and has played in Praise Bands, Cowboy Bands, Bluegrass, and Irish Bands as well as dabbling in a variety of other instruments including banjo, ukulele, and baritone.
A mother or four and a grandmother of two, Martha enjoys sewing, tent camping, and bike riding. So grateful that her father started her on piano at age 5, she cannot imagine what her life would have been like without being actively involved in music.
Martha offers private piano and cello lessons.
Jo Ellyn Zenisek
Private Lesson Instructor
Jo Ellyn has taught Elementary Music at RUSD for over 40 years as well as taught private piano lessons for over 20 years. She has a Bachelors of Music Education from Millikin University and a Masters of Music Education from the University of North Texas.
Jo Ellyn is the choir director, organist, and pianist at Faithbridge Church in Franksville, WI. She and her husband, Paul, have two adult daughters, Rachel & Lauren, and she enjoys reading, walking outdoors, and spending time with her Bearded Collie, Bailey.
Jo Ellyn offers private piano lessons.
Addie Madchen
Private Lesson Instructor
Addie is a fourth-generation musician who has been playing guitar for over 20 years. She has toured in bands whose genres span big band, funk, bluegrass, rock, and jazz fusion. While earning her degree in jazz performance, she volunteered at Guitars Not Guns, a regional program that steers children and teens away from street violence through developing a passion for music. Addie is also an AmeriCorps Alumni, having served two years in Milwaukee Public Schools as a tutor and mentor to K-3 students. In her spare time, she likes learning about Midwest history, camping up north, and spoiling her 3-year-old daughter, Violet.
Addie offers private guitar lessons.
Brittany Lumley
Private Lesson Instructor
Brittany Lumley has been playing string instruments for over 20 years. She grew up in Kenosha playing cello, eventually picking up guitar in high school. She wrote her own songs, played at open mics, and joined two bands while earning her degree in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Brittany performs in her band “Lumphead” and has a 7 year old daughter.
Currently not accepting new students.
Miglė Valentinavičiūtė
Private Lesson Instructor
Miglė is a professional flautist with over 17 years of experience in performance and music education. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music from the University of Wisconsin–Parkside, where she studied under renowned flute professor Tatiana Pearson.
Throughout her musical journey, Miglė has been mentored by a number of distinguished flute and piano instructors, including Irma Paurienė, Loreta Baublinskienė, Justinas Mačys, and Hideko Amano. These diverse influences have shaped her into a versatile and expressive performer with a deep understanding of classical repertoire and contemporary technique.
In addition to her performance work, Miglė is a dedicated music educator specializing in flute instruction, while also offering private piano lessons. With several years of teaching experience, she is known for her ability to connect with students of all ages and skill levels. Her teaching approach is rooted in creating personalized lesson plans that nurture technical skill, musicality, and individual artistic growth.
Jill Beckman
Private Lesson Instructor
Jill holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Prince Edward Island and a Music Therapy Equivalency from Alverno College in Milwaukee. Originally from Canada, she began formal piano studies at the age of seven through the Royal Conservatory of Music program, successfully completing annual examinations through high school.
With a lifelong passion for teaching, Ms. Beckman has operated a private piano studio since her teenage years, instructing students of all ages—from preschoolers to seniors. Her background in music therapy equips her with the skills to work effectively with students on the autism spectrum and those with various developmental challenges. She is known for her ability to tailor instruction and materials to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual student.
Ms. Beckman’s musical experience is diverse, encompassing solo piano performance, collaborative accompanying, and leadership in church music ministries. She has served as a choir director, children’s choir leader, and pianist in her local congregation. Professionally, she has worked as a music therapist with the Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL) and taught at the Zion Conservatory of Music from 2018 to 2021.
Beyond music, Jill is the proud mother of four children and enjoys reading, nature walks, and perennial gardening.
Join the Harmony Music Family
Our team is excited to share the joy of music with you and your family. Learn more about our programs or contact us to get started today.
