Sing, Play, Smile All the Way!
Sarah Baldus
Sarah Baldus holds an active Iowa Teaching License with K-12 Music endorsements. She graduated with a BA degree in music education from Iowa State University in 2009. She began teaching instrumental music in Iowa Schools in 2010. She is a firm believer in putting the “FUN!” into every students’ musical education. As a professional musician, Sarah has performed with small ensembles, bands, and orchestras throughout the state of Iowa, as well as, touring Europe with the ISU Wind Ensemble.
Sarah has taught piano, ukulele, and other instruments with Music4life since 2017. She has also taught early childhood music programs for several years at preschools in North Liberty, Coralville, and Iowa City. Sarah is excited bring music to the very young in North Liberty and surrounding areas with Music4TOTS Early Music Education program!
Sarah believes that even very young children have the ability to make and appreciate music. She loves to use age appropriate instruments and books to get everyone involved! Movement songs and games are included in every class too! Kids are meant to be moving, not just sitting and listening to music!
Molly Vacek
Molly Vacek has been passionate for music and education since her youth. She holds an active license in both American Sign Language Interpreting as well as Substitute Teaching. Molly has her Associate Degree from Scott Community College and 6 years of experience in the education field. She has been playing piano since she was seven and has 16 years of flute experience along with a few other instruments. Her favorite quote is from Henry Longfellow, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” Molly looks forward to enriching students' lives with music4life TOTS!