Suzette Burdett, Director (ret.)
“ Ms. Franzi was the music teacher for five years at the Village Preschool Center, where I was the director. We had such a blessing in Ms. Franzi. The children loved her and so did the parents. Her mutual passion for music and children was obvious in everything she planned. She introduced the children to different types of music and musical instruments. Her lessons were always entertaining, engaging, and age appropriate. Ms. Franzi also ran a toddler program “Grown up and Me”. She is able to engage children of any age. It is always a pleasure to be around Ms. Franzi and watch the children having so much fun.
I strongly recommend Franzi, without any reservation, for a music teaching position and it is my firm belief that Ms.Franzi would be a valuable addition to your child’s education. “
Carol D.
“Miss Franzi has been an incredible gift to our family.”
My son has been taking piano lessons with her for five years—since he was just three and a half—and it’s amazing to see how much he’s grown. Under Miss Franzi’s guidance, he hasn’t just learned to play piano—he’s developed a true love for music and making music. She has this brilliant way of weaving together classical pieces, Beatles tunes, and Disney favorites, which keeps him inspired and excited to learn.
Beyond piano, she’s even taught him how to record his own music using GarageBand—something he now loves to experiment with on his own. One of the biggest benefits I’ve seen is her ability to teach him how to focus deeply on one thing at a time—an incredibly valuable skill far beyond music.
We’re so grateful for her patience, creativity, and the joy she brings to every lesson.”
Prospect Kids Academy 2025
For the past two years, Ms. Franzi has been an incredible part of our PKA community, bringing music, joy, and energy into our classrooms. Working with children ages 2 to 5, she has introduced our students to the fundamentals of music, teaching them about tempo, rhythm, and a variety of instruments in a way that is engaging and age-appropriate.
Ms. Franzi has a remarkable ability to connect music to the themes and lessons being taught in the classroom, enriching the children’s overall learning experience. Whether it's a fun sing-along, a movement-based activity, or preparing for a big performance, she brings creativity, enthusiasm, and an infectious energy that lights up the room.
Her performances at our holiday and end-of-year shows have been true highlights, showcasing not just her talent, but the growth and confidence she inspires in our students. We feel so lucky to have had Ms. Franzi as part of our team, her passion for music and her love for teaching shine through in everything she does.