Melissa Panke
Piano, Children’s Programs, Saxophone, Clarinet
Decades of experience combined with musical fun is the hallmark of Melissa’s teaching style. Students are drawn to her infectious personality which inspires creativity in her students. Her commitment to excellence produces unmatched results in performance skills, music theory comprehension and professional skills in students of all ages. In addition to teaching elementary school music in Oregon, Wisconsin, California, Hawaii and Idaho she has been a worship team leader at numerous churches and sung at Carnegie Hall. She became a member of the North Idaho College Wind Symphony after playing saxophone and clarinet through the collegiate level. Melissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education and Piano Performance from the College of Idaho.