Every child deserves music that helps them grow.
Our Mission
We're building a world where music isn't extra — it's essential.
What We Create
CLIMB Curriculum
Music-fused learning for early educators.
A complete early-childhood curriculum blending literacy, early math, SEL, science, and movement with foundational music concepts. Teacher-friendly, flexible, and developmentally aligned from Baby/Toddler through TK.
Music Enrichment Kits
Hands-on tools for joyful learning.
Full-Service Music Program
Live weekly music classes taught by early-childhood music educators.
Professional Development
Empowering educators to teach with music.
Live and virtual PD designed to help teachers use music intentionally throughout the day. From transitions to circle time to literacy support, we train educators to use music as a superpower.
What Makes Minibop Teachers Different
Warm, joyful teaching style that builds confidence and engagement
Expertise in early language, motor development, and social-emotional learning
Developmentally aligned music activities that strengthen attention and communication
Relationship-first approach so every child feels seen, supported, and successful
Every Minibop resource — from lesson cards to classroom tools — comes from thousands of real classroom lessons taught by our teachers across Los Angeles and beyond.
In Action: Music Learning That Brings Joy
Growing With Purpose
20,000+
Children Served
8,000+
Classes Taught
Trusted
By schools nationwide
WASC
Accredited Program
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How Minibop Started
Meet the Team Behind the Music

Marsha Smith
Chief Executive Officer

Benjamin Coria
Director of Education

Benjamin Smith
Director of Finance

Bella Schlachte
Marketing Manager

Melvin Biteng
Education Manager

Kirsten Novelo
Operations Coordinator

Ruth Buergenthal
Education Coordinator

Laney Dragsbaek
Marketing Assistant