Who Was Denise Gagne?
This year marks 10 years of MusicplayOnline and the incredible legacy of its founder, Denise Gagné. A lifelong music educator, composer, and author, Denise founded Themes & Variations and created the Musicplay curriculum, now used by tens of thousands of teachers worldwide. In 2015, she and her team launched MusicplayOnline, a digital teaching platform designed to bring practical, engaging resources to music classrooms everywhere. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she offered the platform for free and hosted weekly webinars to help teachers navigate the shift to online learning. Her generosity, innovation, and deep love of music empowered thousands of teachers and inspired millions of students. Donations made here celebrate Denise’s lasting impact and help carry her vision forward.