Rose Yahnig

Rose Yahnig is a lifelong educator with a deep-rooted passion for teaching and music. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and has spent her career nurturing students across a wide range of subjects and age groups.

Rose began her career teaching K–12 vocal music in public schools for nine years before transitioning to reading and language arts, where she taught students from elementary through community college for the next 18 years.

At the heart of her teaching journey is her first love: the piano. Rose has been a dedicated private piano instructor for over 55 years, inspiring generations of students through personalized, joyful music-making.

She is honored to be part of the Poco a Poco Summer Music Fest, where she continues to share her wealth of knowledge and passion for learning with young musicians.