
Professional Development
Professional Development sessions (PDs) for Musical Explorers are led by Shanna Lesniak, a professional teaching artist with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute. Each session will feature artists from the program and will last just under three hours.
Attendance Expectations
- Educators and administrators are encouraged to participate in Musical Explorers Professional Development prior to teaching the curriculum.
- There will be no online sign ups for PDs during the 2025-26 season.
Day-of Details
- Be prepared for collaborative physical and vocal activities.
- Bring along:
- A bottle of water
- Note-taking items
- Laptop or tablet
- Your enthusiasm for music education!
2025-26 PDs

Opera
with Timothy

Afro Venezuelan Drumming
with Jeickov

Korean Songs
with Elena
Session Dates & Times:
- IN PERSON: Tues., July 29, 1-3:30PM
- ONLINE: video resource available August 4, 2025
Located at Islands High School Auditorium, 170 Whitemarsh Island Dr.