Mini Programs/Workshops For Adults
[av_textblock size=’17’ font_color=” color=”] Mini Programs/Workshops for Adults Ellen wears a number of different kippot. She is an accomplished classical pianist, with an undergraduate degree in Music Performance & Education from Boston University School for the Arts. While she would be happy to perform an all classical piano concert for you, she’d more likely suggest one of the following programs …
Secular Family Concerts
[av_textblock size=’17’ font_color=” color=”] “Ellen engages, educates, entertains and inspires audiences of all ages through music, storytelling and movement. Her performances put smiles on faces and Ellen opens hearts big and wide, filling people with joy! We love when Ellen comes to our community. We know we are in for a really good time!” ~Deborah L. Coltin, Executive Director, Lappin …
Kickstarter: I’ll Write A Song For You (yes, it’s true)
When the idea for launching my own Kickstarter campaign was suggested to me, I politely declined. It was for other people, not me. I think, truth be told, I was afraid nobody would want to become part of the project. Was I wrong or what? In ten days, the project has generated 82 backers contributing just shy of $3000. I’m …
Are You Ready To Learn To Play Guitar?
Sometimes, it’s the littlest things that can make all the difference. Yesterday, I presented a keynote address and breakout workshop for the Detroit Alliance for Jewish Education. At the conclusion of the keynote, a woman exuberantly approached me and shared that she’d always wanted to learn to play guitar and something I said just made it click for her. She planned …
Are You Listening, God?
Whenever I struggle with a concept, I pick up my guitar or sit down at the piano and write a song. It is one of the best ways for me to process anything that challenges me. As an Early Childhood Music Educator and performer, writing a song also helps me figure out how I can best teach those challenging concepts …
Resources
Publications that Ellen has contributed to. CDs recorded by others that contain songs Ellen has written and/or recorded. Below, please find song release forms. Not-For-Profit Release Form For-Profit Release Form Song Use Request Form For Slide Shows, FB, Youtube, Etc
Early Childhood Jewish Teacher Workshops and/or Keynote Presentations
[av_textblock size=’17’ font_color=” color=”] Shir Ruach: Making Music Come Alive For Young Children Bravo! Kudos! Sensational! But we expected no less from you. Thanks for a wonderful, inspirational Keynote and breakout session yesterday. Teachers who attended approached both Diana and me during the day and said how much they learned in just this one day. A gal who resigned a …
Early Childhood Jewish Music Training for Clergy
[av_textblock size=’17’ font_color=” color=”] “Ellen Allard has taught me everything I know about Jewish children’s music. She infuses her teaching with so much energy that you can’t help but dance while you sing! Ellen is patient, passionate and creative. A perfect combination.” ~Laura Stein, HUC Cantorial student “Ellen Allard and her music are a gift to synagogues, religious schools, and …
