Founder
Suzanne Brown, aka Suzie Sunshine, is the creator of the Suzie Sunshine Program. With over 30 years of teaching and performing across the US and Canada, she brings music to life for children through engaging classes and her award-winning books on Famous Classical Composers. Her mission is simple: to inspire joy, inclusivity, and a love of music in every child.

Team Leader Peel
Patricia, also known as Happy Patty, has been a dedicated member of the Suzie Sunshine Program since 2019. With over 30 years of teaching experience in Colombia and Canada, including work as a Montessori assistant, she brings a lifelong love of music to her students. A singer for more than 40 years, Patricia has performed at venues across North America and with the cover band The Groove Divas. She is passionate about sharing the joy of music with children everywhere.

Halton/Peel
Nadya, also known as Nana Ray, is a proud member of the Suzie Sunshine Program. A music theorist and composer with a master’s degree in music pedagogy, she has over 17 years of experience in music education. For the past decade, she has focused on teaching preschool children, fostering social, emotional, and cognitive growth through music. Nadya is passionate about filling children’s hearts with happiness and love through joyful music learning.

Kitchener/Waterloo
Yasmeen, also known as Jazzy Yas, is a proud member of the Suzie Sunshine Program. She has been singing since grade 4 and holds a Grade 8 RCM certificate as well as an Honours Bachelor of Music. Trained in opera, pop vocal technique, and musical theatre, Yasmeen also has a strong background in music history, theory, and lyric diction. She has performed in numerous musicals and operas, including Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park, and is excited to share her love of music with children everywhere.

Toronto
Kelsey, also known as Kelsey Sparkles, is the newest member of the Suzie Sunshine Program. A singer-songwriter with over 10 years of experience, she loves all styles of music from pop and soul to rock. Her songs have been played on the radio, and she has performed with artists like Daniel Caesar and Charlotte Day Wilson. Kelsey is passionate about helping kids find their musical voice and express themselves with confidence, bringing a sprinkle of sparkle to every class.

Durham
Rae, also known as Rainbow Rae, is the newest member of the Suzie Sunshine Program. With over 15 years of experience in music education, Rae brings color, creativity, and rhythm into every classroom. Classically trained, Rae blends singing, movement, and musical play to help children explore the joy of sound. Passionate about making music heartfelt and fun, Rae creates a space where every child shines bright.