Contact Janis Weller for seminars, workshops, course development, and individual
coaching information at jweller@elisioninstitute.org or 763 - 522 - 8544
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What they're saying about the Elision Institute...

"This really should be the FIRST site prospective music majors check out."
      — Lee Humphries, President, ThinkingApplied.com

"Stellar class-beautifully structured and timed, actively involving (students) and approaching all those really important personal development areas. You are a gifted and compelling speaker...such a thought provoking exploration."
      — Manon Gimlett, Director, The Prelude Singer/Actor Lab

"very empowering and eye-opening-great food for thought."
      — participant, Wesley Balk Institute

"You have done a wonderful piece of work-so articulate (in an area where things are FUZZY) with a practical application."
      — Dr. Merilee Klemp, Augsburg College

"(Your work) should be part of the curricula of every music school."
      — Kay Miller, workshop participant

"Contemporary education yearns for your model and by extension, our communities and our global society if we're going to move from hegemony to a peaceful, global, vibrant world."
      — Dr. Priscilla Herbison, St. Mary's University

"(Janis Weller) articulates a new creed for the twenty-first century, one that alters the structures that have remained relatively unchanged for decades."
      — Professor Cheryl Wall, St. Mary's University

"The material is fascinating and inspiring. I WILL pass the word along."
      — Eric Booth, Teaching Artist/author, New York
          Editor, Teaching Artist Journal

"Tremendous insight in your comments; this kind of thinking is tremendously relevant and prescient today."
      — Stefan Hersh, violinist/professor
          Roosevelt University, Chicago

"Jan, thank you for all of your work and dedication to students. You are a gift.”
      — Dr. Kristin Tjornehoj, Associate Professor
          University of Wisconsin – River Falls

“I have been continually amazed at Jan’s ability to digest vast amounts of academically rigorous information and creatively synthesize it into actionable information that demonstrates great insight.”
      — Julia Braegelmann, President
          Life Optimization Resources

“Such wonderful writing—I sure wish I had you to consult with in 1972 when I entered college! You really hooked my attention. I will enthusiastically promote Elision to my students.”
      — Craig Anderson, Core Teacher,
          Guitar Department Chair, Coordinator of Ensembles
          MacPhail Center for Music, Minneapolis

“What a great website. Your articles are just what is needed for young musicians...and the rest of us too.”
      — Jerrold E. Pritchard, Associate Provost for Academic Programs
          California State University, San Bernardino

“I know your expertise and experience will greatly benefit the teachers of Minnesota.”
      — Dr. Marianne Fleming Bryan, President
          Minnesota Music Teachers Association

“I am just so grateful that I met Jan…and I finally realized it was OK to honestly own up to what I really wanted in life. Jan Weller is onto something, and I truly hope those who are now in the music conservatory system have access to this kind of wisdom. It’s about time that musicians look into the whole person, and not just into learning the music and the instrument. I really am a devotee of yours.”
      — Lisa Lind, M.M. Juilliard, B.M. Indiana University
          Office Manager and Site Manager of Grant Park

"What a fabulous class you offer. I hope they realize how lucky they are!"
      — Marlene Pauley, Artistic Director
          Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies
          Guest speaker, University of Minnesota

"...the class was very beneficial. My auditions at Oberlin and Northwestern went swimmingly. Thanks!"
      — Performance Wellness student

"This class was exactly what I needed—a great start!"
"I sang your praises to (my friend) as I have to anyone who asks."
"Thanks again. I definitely benefited from your class."
"...thank you Jan for the wonderful class!"
      — Performance Wellness students

"(I) just wanted to share with you my experience at the Piano Guild Auditions. Last year, I was a nervous wreck; this year was a much different experience. When it was my time, I wasn't nervous. I played very well but not perfectly and took time to breathe between pieces. So...THANK YOU - this was an incredibly better experience, due in no small part to your Performance Wellness class."
      — Performance Wellness student


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