Our Teachers
Meet our joyful teachers!
Ms. Clara
Owner and Director
As the daughter of 2 symphony musicians and a 5th generation musician, music has a deep and profound place in Clara D’Onofrio’s heart. In addition to “Ms. Clara’s” lifelong musical training, she has also earned her Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. She feels so blessed to have found a career that allows her to combine her passion for music with her knowledge of early childhood development. Ms. Clara is dedicated to living a life full of joy, laughter, love, and fun!
“I knew from day one of my daughter’s “mini musicians” class that Ms. Clara was extremely bright, talented and professional. This class was BY FAR the most enriching of the enrichment classes in which we partook. Ms. Clara’s love of music is evident in her spirit and teaching style. She utilizes her beautiful voice and an assortment of instruments in teaching the children an array of musical terms and concepts.”
– P.M., mom of one mini musician
Mr. Xavier
Mr. X Is a Chicago transplant from Maryland with a passion for music, art and community. He is ecstatic to bring his passion and energy to Chicago Mini Musicians. His experiences in hospitality, nannying, and performing as a singer songwriter have motivated him to cultivate spaces that encourage self expression and inspire young creative minds to move through life creative-foot first!
Although coming from an a capella background, you can hear Mr. X around the city performing with his guitar or at a community jam session. When babysitting, the guitar is always in tow and you can expect a collaborative songwriting session or beatboxing lesson with the little ones!
Mr. X teaches all Chicago Mini Musicians classes on Thursdays and Sundays.
Ms. Amanda (Sub)
As a certified music teacher and early childhood teacher, Ms. Amanda is thrilled to be able to combine her two passions at Chicago Mini Musicians. Amanda has been singing since she could make sounds, and is an active musical theatre performer around the Chicago area.
By day, she works in a pre-K classroom, and incorporates music wherever possible. She loves getting to share in the joy and enthusiasm that children bring to musical expression!
Ms. Amanda subs as needed.
IT'S EASY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Looking for baby classes near me?
Sign-up is easy and parent-friendly. Because we only offer lessons on a month-to-month basis, there are no large upfront payments, no complicated contracts, no annual material fees, and no semester minimums.
Chicago Mini Musicians is a satellite location for the Brookfield Academy for Mini Musicians. Originally founded in 2011 as Ms. Clara's Mini Musicians, we have shared our love of music with over 2000 families for 12+ years!
PRICES START AT
$79 / month
Monthly tuition is based on a 44 week year as we are closed for eight weeks for various holidays. In the long months, you will get five classes, and in short months such as November and December, you will get three classes. Most months you will get four classes. The tuition is the same each month.
A one-time registration fee is $20 (due only at the time of registration)