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Zoë Madewell, | Founder and Visionary
Zoë Madewell is on a mission to revolutionize early music education by integrating preschool piano training with second language acquisition, nurturing holistic learners and future global leaders. A dedicated and globally recognized educator, Ms. Madewell started her journey as the oldest of 10 children. With limited resources, she taught herself to play the piano on a neglected, out-of-tune instrument with sticky keys. Recognized for her expertise and successful teaching methodology by local preschool owners, Zoë Madewell's passion for music and her commitment to expanding access to music education, propelled her to transition from running a small home studio to taking on the role of Music Director at 11 Montessori schools across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Her influence expanded to thousands of children, and she observed how preschool students could read music like sign language and master songs in various languages. Recognizing the untapped potential of combining music and language in a comprehensive curriculum, she knew that change was imperative.
In 2016, Zoë Madewell elevated her passion by founding the Irving Fine Arts Academy
(IFAA), previously known as RBR Muzik, becoming the pioneer of Irving's inaugural school
for performing arts. In just three years, IFAA welcomed over 500 students and employed
30 highly sought-after instructors, including a Fulbright Scholar and esteemed faculty
from renowned institutions like Juilliard, UNT, and SMU.
At IFAA's new custom-built 4,000-square-foot facility, featuring 13 practice rooms and a
dance hall, families discovered a new home for the arts, where one child could engage in
classical ballet lessons while another embarked on a musical journey, all within the
convenience of a single location.
Zoë Madewell has been honoured with two small business awards and earned a nomination
for National Music School of the Year. IFAA has consistently been voted Best of Irving
for four consecutive years.
A note from the Director
For 20 years, students come to me for music lessons.
Now, I am bringing the music to
them. In-school,
after-school and now, our own school.
Our beautiful 4000 sq ft. studio will expand these offerings so that there is something
for everyone — All ages. Music will include classical to bluegrass and Irish to
ballroom. We
are ready to
get you picking, strumming or dancing. Whatever you choose, let us ‘Nurture the Beat’
you were born
with.
- Suzuki Program
- Music and Drama Summer Camps
- Classical Ballet
True joy is sharing music together. Begin the journey.
Zoe Madewell Founder/Owner IFAA Muzik, LLC Irving Ballet School
Are you a teacher wanting to change the world, one note at a time?
Join our team.
Email me today at
zoe@irvingfinearts.com
About Musicology Lab Preschool Piano Program
Observing her group piano students, some as young as 4
and 5 years old, masterfully playing two-handed piano pieces, Ms. Madewell developed
a comprehensive preschool piano curriculum that rapidly became the fastest-growing
program at her music school.
Implementing her vision for a preschool piano group class that offers affordable
opportunities for parents to witness their children excel, her transformative class
empowers preschoolers to explore simplified versions of classical masterpieces on the
piano while singing in languages like Mandarin, French, and Spanish. This innovative
concept gave rise to the Musicology Lab's "See it. Say it. Play it." Learning System.
This initiative is rapidly expanding its impact worldwide.
Zoë Madewell's preschool piano program promotes inclusivity and has earned praise from
parents for effectively accommodating children of all learning styles, including those
with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. She is currently collaborating with educators, parents,
and school directors worldwide. 30 teachers have been trained worldwide, and five
preschools in Dubai have incorporated the Musicology Lab preschool piano curriculum into
their permanent programs.
To keep up with the increasing demand for the program, the Musicology Lab Preschool
Piano Program is actively seeking talented music and language teachers from around the
world to join the mission of reshaping the future of global music and language
education.
If you're an educator looking to make a global impact, reach out to her at
director@musicologylab.com
www.preschoolpiano.com