Where little hands learn, have fun,
and create art.
Meet the founder
Ms. Jenna (she/her)
Lead Instructor & Founder
JennaMarie Warfield (Ms. Jenna) is a performer, musician, and educator in the Northern Virginia area. As an educator, Ms. Jenna has over a decade of experience. She enjoys teaching in her private flute and piano studio, in which many of her students have placed in district bands, won local competitions and have successfully auditioned into college music programs, such as Shenandoah Music Conservatory and Berklee School of Music. Ms. Jenna has taught all ages and levels of students, but especially enjoys working in early childhood settings. She most enjoys experiencing music through a child's eyes and discovering new things alongside her students. Ms. Jenna holds a masters degree in music performance and an undergraduate degree in music performance and pedagogy. In addition to teaching, she has researched and developed programs and curriculum for early childhood music at local Montessori Schools, the Mason Community Arts Academy and in other group lesson settings.
As an active performer, Ms. Jenna performs with the Manassas Symphony Orchestra, and the Capital Wind Symphony.
In her free time, Ms. Jenna enjoys yoga, reading, fostering dogs for A Forever Home Rescue, gardening and hiking with her husband, Chris, and dog, Gizmo. Ms. Jenna’s favorite children’s books are anything that encourages individuality including “Pete the Cat” and “Giraffes Can’t Dance.”
Meet the Instructors
Mr. Spencer
Lead Instructor
Spencer Knutti grew up in Northern Virginia and is currently a music education student at George Mason University, where he plays the flute in multiple performing ensembles and teaches the Music Adventures exploration class through the Mason Community Arts Academy. He took the 24-25 school year off to teach and practice, and was a long-term substitute at three elementary schools, running their Band programs. He loves to play whatever instrument he can get his hands on, and his collection is steadily growing! Spencer loves sharing his passion for music with students of all ages, and has greatly enjoyed being a part of the Little Creators family where he can learn and grow as an arts educator.
In his free time (that isn't spent playing wind instruments), Spencer loves to bake, read, embroider, and daydream about getting a cat.
Ms. Marie
Assistant Instructor
Ms. Marie is a retired ordained Lutheran Pastor/Professional Chaplain who has a diverse background in music education, therapy and performance. Ms. Marie has achieved a Bachelor's of Music degree in Music Education and Performance and Master's degree in Vocal Performance, she also performed in Europe on various tours and studied opera in Italy. Ms. Marie also has extensive experience as a sacred musician and spiritual leader. In the spiritual realm, she has a Master's of Divinity Degree and Pastoral Counseling training.
Ms. Marie loves working with children as she enjoys seeing the world through children's eyes and encouraging their creativity and self expression.
In her free time she enjoys spending quality time with her family and grand daughter, volunteering, baking and cooking, ballroom dancing, singing, gardening, crocheting, and traveling.
In everything she does she enjoys "letting her inner child out to play and having fun!"
Ms. Isabella
Assistant Instructor
Isabella works with high school marching bands as a Brass & Marching Technician, helping students refine their skills and leading ensembles to success.
She also teaches private trumpet lessons, tailoring her approach to each student and guiding them to reach their own playing goals and to help them grow in their appreciation for music.
As a performer, Isabella has played with the 8th GM Regiment Band, community pit orchestras and other community ensembles, Whether on stage or in the classroom, she is committed to inspiring others, building community, and keeping music a vibrant part of people’s lives.
Interested in working with us?
Please email your resume and references to info@littlecreatorsfinearts.com.
Open Positions:
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Summer Intern
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Assistant Teacher