Candace Blair has been sharing her love of music with kids and families for over 20 years, and she still lights up every time a student discovers the joy of making music. From her days studying Music Education at Virginia Commonwealth University to teaching in Roanoke’s studios and classrooms, Candace has always believed music should be fun, accessible, and full of heart.

She’s certified through the American Montessori Society and MusikGarten, and has created engaging, creative classes that have been featured in  The Roanoker Magazine  more than once. Whether she’s leading a group of preschoolers in song, showing a morning show host how to play ukulele on TV, or directing a community concert, Candace brings energy, warmth, and a sense of play to everything she does.

She’s also taught future educators at Virginia Western College and introduced countless little hands to their first piano keys at Treble Maker’s Music. Named one of “Roanoke Women Under 40 Making Waves,” Candace isn’t just teaching music, she’s helping build a stronger, more connected community through it.

If you're looking for someone who’s as passionate about kids as she is about music (and maybe someone who can get you singing, too), Candace might just be your person.