Janelle hails from the multimedia rock/musical theatre scene in New York City with an MFA in Music Theatre from UNLV. However, Janelle credits her early childhood education talent to one of her best friends, Joanna Walchuk, who's calm and "present" demeanor when interacting with children has always been inspiring. Often, Janelle has been referred to as a sort of "Pied Piper" when others observe children she's just met crawl right into her arms and lap.
Favorite TMC Moment
Being corrected by my daughter when singing Little Dolphin in the car: "Mom, that's not right: you sang [sings same key I just sang], the song is really [sings key on Dolphin cd]." I was blown away when I realized that she had developed perfect pitch from being in the program!
TMC song that’s always stuck in your head
Down By The Riverside from Pony Collection (But only the words my husband sings: "I'm gonna get down and get on up!" with some extra funk to it!)
When I’m not making music, I’m…
Playing Animal Crossing on the Switch or attending to my PTA Co-President duties!