In 2005, while trying to figure out how to put together her passions for singing, performing and working with kids, Wee Bop founder and teacher Chellie Brown started Wee Bop part-time in Northeast Minneapolis while keeping her corporate job "on the side".  Two years later she was teaching classes full-time.  She is certified to teach the Musikgarten curricula but quickly moved toward writing her own material and using songs that appeal to both children and adults.

She holds a BA in acting from the University of Northern Iowa and studied jazz at Sydney Australia's Conservatorium of Music. When she's not at the Wee Bop studio in NE Minneapolis you can find her teaching for Neighborhood Children's House Preschool and ukulele classes and private lessons at Sarah Jane's Music School and doing some singing about town.  But she's most proud to be the mom of a wonderful young adult who loves singing, playing guitar & drums. 

Teacher Annie Goodman had a childhood steeped in music and performance. From her first musical appearance in a community production of Oliver!, to multiple appearances in High School and College theater, including the first national run of Disney’s A High School Musical at The Children’s Theatre. She graduated from The University of St. Thomas with a BA in English Literature and Theater. She joined Americorps directly after graduation where she taught literacy tools to fourth graders in the Minneapolis Public Schools and ran the after-school programs. It took having kids to remind her just how much she loved performing. She spent much of COVID reimagining theatrical numbers to the delighted giggles and applause of her tiny audience of one. Her audience has now expanded to two and finding Wee Bop was integral to continuing their love and understanding of music. She’s so thrilled to be bringing that same love to your kiddos!

Teacher Haley Garland, the newest member of the Wee Bop family, is an accomplished actor, music director, conductor, accompanist, and vocalist in cover bands. Haley has worked with students of all ages across the Twin Cities and beyond. From directing musical productions with over 15,000 students at several Minneapolis schools with Project Success, or an all ages/adult musical cast at different theaters in town, to implementing engaging curriculum in Early Childhood Education classes at MacPhail Center for Music, Haley has developed an expertise in tailoring instruction to meet a wide range of student needs and musical goals.  

In every Wee Bop session, Haley brings warmth, creativity, and a contagious love of music. She believes early music experiences lay the foundation for a lifetime of creativity and confidence. As a teacher and a mom, she delights in seeing families bond, children grow, and seeing first hand how the power of music can bring everyone together.

She is heading up the classes at Emerys Playhouse in St. Paul and teaching at the Wee Bop flagship location in NE Minneapolis on Tuesdays.

Substitute Teacher Nicole Navratil got hooked on performing after singing her first solo over 20 years ago. She received her degree in Vocal & Choral Music Education from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities in 2005. In addition to teaching and music directing, Nicole performs with the local Americana group, Sonic Love Child. Nicole is also an online English teacher and enjoys travel, cooking, and spending time with her niece and nephews. She is excited to have fun making music with Wee Bop families!

Classes: are offered year-round at the Wee Bop Studio located inside Sarah Jane's Music School at 2847 Johnson Street NE, at kiddywampus in Hopkins & St. Louis Park, at Rebe's Play Cafe in St. Paul and at The Play Group in St. Louis Park.  For current class offerings see classes pages.

• Registration: Online at Register & Pay 
• Tuition: Due in-full at the time of registration. 
• Payments accepted: By credit card via PayPal (see details on Register & Pay), Venmo (@WeeBop) or via Zelle (612-414-9545)
• Sibling Rate: Discounted tuition for younger or older siblings (within or outside of the class age range) is available for some classes in order to eliminate your need for childcare. See the classes pages for classes with that option.