Bilingual Birdies

Asheville, North Carolina

Meet Šara

Learn French and Spanish with Šara!

My name is Dr. Šara (“Sha-rah"), and I started Bilingual Birdies Asheville to increase diversity and language-learning for littles in Asheville. I'm a trilingual performer with a PhD in Performance and Cultural Studies. I've lived in France, Senegal, Brazil, Cape Verde, and toured on many international stages! When I'm not performing, I love teaching kids to learn about other cultures through my years of experience as an arts educator with Bilingual Birdies and beyond. I speak French and Portuguese and teach French alongside running operations at Bilingual Birdies Asheville.

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
(908) 370-6180
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How Bilingual Birdies Works

Our mission is to encourage cross-cultural awareness through our language and music curriculum so that children will grow up to be more open-minded adults.

Virtual and in-person services include:

Schools, birthdays and private classes

If you’re a school director interested in classes or a parent inquiring about a bilingual birthday party or private lessons, we’re here to deliver the best educational experience possible.

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Meet your teachers!

Šara Stranovsky
French Teacher
Daniela Risquez
Spanish Teacher
Carla Orellana
Spanish Teacher
Melissa Hyman
Spanish Teacher
Vivian Torres
Spanish Teacher
I love Bilingual Birdies because my child gets to experience language the way she wants to learn.
Sharon Ng
Mom
The program is phenomenal! It prepares children for the world ahead.
Yvonne Young
Director, Ccs Montessori Preschool

Parent Materials

All enrolled families receive digital and physical materials to continue learning at home.

Parent materials include:

  • Downloads of our original music albums
  • Lyrics page of popular songs
  • Monthly ebooks of themed curriculum
  • Vocabulary sheets with keywords from class
  • Plush mini birdie puppet each semester

Schedule of Classes

In person classes (45 minutes long) are fun-filled language learning experiences in French and Spanish. Lessons are music-based and include singing, dancing, and puppetry from certified educators. Enrolled families receive a physical birdie puppet, ebooks, music downloads, and vocabulary sheets to keep learning at home!

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In Person
Adventures with Myla
Spanish 0-5 yrs
Sat 10:30am-11:15am
September 21 - November 16 Attic Salt Theater Company
2002 Riverside Dr, Woodfin, NC 28804
Days Off:October 05 Total: $150 USD-2/8 Weeks

Note

Park on Riverside drive in the parking lot near the big 2002 sign. GPS directions might take you to the back entrance, incorrectly. Follow the signs for Bilingual Birdies in the main building. After class, feel free to have a coffee or lunch at High Five coffee along the river!

Class dates are very specific, so please note, no class October 5, and Sunday October 13 will replace Oct 12, due to a conflict at the theater on Oct 12. If you are unable to attend the Sunday class, please let us know and we will let you pay for the Saturday classes due to this unusual schedule. Class dates: 9/21, 9/28, (NO CLASS 10/5,) Sunday October 13, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but children and adults are not expected to remain sitting. With this age group we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$150 USD Total

2/8 Weeks

ENROLL

Join Myla Birdie for the most epic adventures! This semester is about learning 10-20 new words per class that relate to healthy eating and pedestrian safety. Children learn through music, movement, and puppetry! Classes end with a bubble dance party extravaganza. Each enrolled family receives materials to practice at home including: a plush mini Myla Birdie puppet, one bilingual ebook per month reflecting themes from class, an album download of the 10 best original songs from class, and bilingual vocabulary sheets highlighting keywords from the curriculum. All teachers are trained and certified in the Bilingual Birdies methodology and use intruments and props in class to make learning fun and engaging for all ages. Families should expect to sing and dance while they learn new words, bond with their children, and connect with other budding bilingual families!

Melissa Hyman

Melissa Hyman is a musician, arts educator and mom, originally from the NYC area. She studied French for many years, has a BA in Spanish from the University of Vermont and has lived in Perú and Switzerland.Melissa currently teaches rock band at French Broad River Academy, is the Asheville Music Teacher for Arts For Life (an arts-in-healthcare nonprofit serving children and families facing serious illness), and coordinates the Swannanoa Gathering Children's Program at Warren Wilson College.She also performs with several local bands including The Moon and You, Cowboy Judy, Tina & Her Pony, and Hannah Kaminer & the Wistfuls. Melissa is a longtime singer, songwriter and recording artist who plays and teaches cello, bass, ukulele and guitar. She is thrilled to become part of the Bilingual Birdies family - this program aligns beautifully with her interests, values and skills!

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

In Person
Adventures with Kai
French 0-5 yrs
Mon 04:45pm-05:30pm
September 23 - November 11 Story Parlor
227b Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Total: $125 USD-3/8 Weeks

Note

Parking at Story Parlor can be found on residential streets, at Taco Billy or Archetype brewing, or in the gravel lot next to the cake store that shares the brick building with Story Parlor. The app-pay gravel lot is about $2.

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but children and adults are not expected to remain sitting. With this agegroup we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. We can't wait to sing, dance, play and learn with you! Space and Sports will be so fun! asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$125 USD Total

3/8 Weeks

ENROLL

This semester Kai takes children on an adventure of a lifetime where he's teaching everyone how to build an imaginary rocket to launch into space and have a dance party on the moon! There will also be a fun lesson about teamwork and playing different sports activities. Children will learn 10-20 new vocabulary words in each fun-filled themed class and get to sing, dance, and interact with puppets!

Šara Stranovsky

Dr. Šara ("Sha-rah") started Bilingual Birdies Asheville to offer Spanish and French and increase diversity for littles in Asheville. She is a trilingual performer from New York City with a BA in Dance, and MA/PhD in Performance and Cultural Studies. She has lived in France, Senegal, Brazil, Cape Verde, and toured on many international stages as a singer, dancer, and puppeteer. When not performing, Šara loves teaching kids to learn about other cultures through years of experience as an arts educator with world renowned institutions such as Lincoln Center, BAM, and beyond. She speaks French, Portuguese, Spanish and some Slovak and teaches both French and Spanish classes for Bilingual Birdies Asheville. She aims to help grow the global bilingual community in Asheville.

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

In Person
Adventures with Myla
Spanish 0-3 years encouraged, but welcome 0-5 yrs
Tue 03:45pm-04:30pm
September 24 - November 12 Story Parlor
227b Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Total: $125 USD-3/8 Weeks

Note

We are encouraging age breakdowns in class (we have this group as 0-3), to try and align some similarly aged children in class. If your schedule only permits you to attend the slot in the other age group, they are still welcome to join, as we often teach mixed age groups with older/younger siblings. You can email us to talk about it.

Parking for Story Parlor can be found in residential streets, near Taco Billy and Archetype Brewing, or the app-pay gravel lot that is next to the cake store that shares a wall with Story Parlor. (Look for the eye mural.) ($2).

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but children and adults are not expected to remain sitting. With this age group we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$125 USD Total

3/8 Weeks

ENROLL

Join Myla Birdie for the most epic adventures! This semester is about learning 10-20 new words per class that relate to healthy eating and pedestrian safety. Children learn through music, movement, and puppetry! Classes end with a bubble dance party extravaganza. Each enrolled family receives materials to practice at home including: a plush mini Myla Birdie puppet, one bilingual ebook per month reflecting themes from class, an album download of the 10 best original songs from class, and bilingual vocabulary sheets highlighting keywords from the curriculum. All teachers are trained and certified in the Bilingual Birdies methodology and use intruments and props in class to make learning fun and engaging for all ages. Families should expect to sing and dance while they learn new words, bond with their children, and connect with other budding bilingual families!

Carla Orellana

Carla Orellana is a native Spanish-speaking artist, mentor and teacher. She was born in Venezuela to a Colombian mother and a Salvadoran father, with heritage that includes an Indian grandfather. Carla creates a welcoming atmosphere that fosters a deep appreciation for multiculturalism and diversity in all its forms. Her true magic shines when she works with children. She brings a loving presence and creates a contagiously playful and spontaneous atmosphere in her classes. Get ready to embark on a joyful journey of learning through music with Carla!

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

In Person
Adventures with Myla
Spanish Ages 3-5 yrs encouraged, but we welcome 0-5 yrs
Tue 04:45pm-05:30pm
September 24 - November 12 Story Parlor
227b Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Total: $125 USD-3/8 Weeks

Note

IF THIS CLASS SHOWS AS FULL, PLEASE EMAIL asheville@bilingualbirdies.com TO BE ON A WAIT LIST.
We are encouraging age breakdowns in class (we have this group as 3-5), to try and align some similarly aged children in class. If your schedule only permits you to attend the slot in the other age group, they are still welcome to join, as we often teach mixed age groups with older/younger siblings. You can email us to talk about it.

Parking for Story Parlor can be found in residential streets, near Taco Billy and Archetype Brewing, or the app-pay gravel lot that is next to the cake store that shares a wall with Story Parlor. (Look for the eye mural.) ($2).

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but children and adults are not expected to remain sitting. With this age group we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$125 USD Total

3/8 Weeks

ENROLL

Join Myla Birdie for the most epic adventures! This semester is about learning 10-20 new words per class that relate to healthy eating and pedestrian safety. Children learn through music, movement, and puppetry! Classes end with a bubble dance party extravaganza. Each enrolled family receives materials to practice at home including: a plush mini Myla Birdie puppet, one bilingual ebook per month reflecting themes from class, an album download of the 10 best original songs from class, and bilingual vocabulary sheets highlighting keywords from the curriculum. All teachers are trained and certified in the Bilingual Birdies methodology and use intruments and props in class to make learning fun and engaging for all ages. Families should expect to sing and dance while they learn new words, bond with their children, and connect with other budding bilingual families!

Carla Orellana

Carla Orellana is a native Spanish-speaking artist, mentor and teacher. She was born in Venezuela to a Colombian mother and a Salvadoran father, with heritage that includes an Indian grandfather. Carla creates a welcoming atmosphere that fosters a deep appreciation for multiculturalism and diversity in all its forms. Her true magic shines when she works with children. She brings a loving presence and creates a contagiously playful and spontaneous atmosphere in her classes. Get ready to embark on a joyful journey of learning through music with Carla!

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

In Person
Adventures with Myla
0-5 yrs
Wed 10:30am-11:15am
September 25 - November 13 Story Parlor
227b Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Total: $125 USD-3/8 Weeks

Note

Story Parlor is a lovely brick building on the corner of Haywood and Howard St. Parking for Story Parlor can be found in residential streets, near Taco Billy and Archetype Brewing, or the app-pay gravel lot that is next to the cake store that shares a wall with Story Parlor. (Look for the eye mural.) ($2).

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$125 USD Total

3/8 Weeks

ENROLL

Join Myla Birdie for the most epic adventures! This semester is about learning 10-20 new words per class that relate to healthy eating and pedestrian safety. Children learn through music, movement, and puppetry! Classes end with a bubble dance party extravaganza. Each enrolled family receives materials to practice at home including: a plush mini Myla Birdie puppet, one bilingual ebook per month reflecting themes from class, an album download of the 10 best original songs from class, and bilingual vocabulary sheets highlighting keywords from the curriculum. All teachers are trained and certified in the Bilingual Birdies methodology and use intruments and props in class to make learning fun and engaging for all ages. Families should expect to sing and dance while they learn new words, bond with their children, and connect with other budding bilingual families!

Vivian Torres

Vivian Torres is originally from Argentina and Miami. She is a professional violist and educator with a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in music performance. Vivian is also passionate about teaching people to change their lives through moving with ease, as a nationally certified Alexander Technique teacher. She also teaches viola to teens and adults. She cannot wait to inspire children to move and sing in Bilingual Birdies classes, where her passions for her culture, music and movement can combine.

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

In Person
Adventures with Kai
French 0-5 yrs
Thu 03:30pm-04:15pm
September 26 - November 14 Story Parlor
227b Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Total: $150 USD-2/8 Weeks

Note

Parking at Story Parlor can be found on residential streets, at Taco Billy or Archetype brewing, or in the gravel lot next to the cake store that shares the brick building with Story Parlor. The app-pay gravel lot is about $2.

Caretaker and child classes involve some sitting on the floor, but we have chairs for any adults who prefer to sit in chairs or stand. We often sit on the floor in a circle but children and adults are not expected to remain sitting. With this agegroup we encourage exploration and play. Children absorb language and music in so many different ways! More details provided after registration. Please email for any questions. asheville@bilingualbirdies.com
$150 USD Total

2/8 Weeks

ENROLL

This semester Kai takes children on an adventure of a lifetime where he's teaching everyone how to build an imaginary rocket to launch into space and have a dance party on the moon! There will also be a fun lesson about teamwork and playing different sports activities. Children will learn 10-20 new vocabulary words in each fun-filled themed class and get to sing, dance, and interact with puppets!

Šara Stranovsky

Dr. Šara ("Sha-rah") started Bilingual Birdies Asheville to offer Spanish and French and increase diversity for littles in Asheville. She is a trilingual performer from New York City with a BA in Dance, and MA/PhD in Performance and Cultural Studies. She has lived in France, Senegal, Brazil, Cape Verde, and toured on many international stages as a singer, dancer, and puppeteer. When not performing, Šara loves teaching kids to learn about other cultures through years of experience as an arts educator with world renowned institutions such as Lincoln Center, BAM, and beyond. She speaks French, Portuguese, Spanish and some Slovak and teaches both French and Spanish classes for Bilingual Birdies Asheville. She aims to help grow the global bilingual community in Asheville.

asheville@bilingualbirdies.com

(908) 370-6180

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