locationChicago, IL United States

Phyllis Calderon

Teacher-Musician-Author
A TOUCH OF CLASSICAL PLUS, INC.
linkatouchofclassicalplus.duetpartner.com

About me

Educating others about how to get from sitting to standing is the heart of what I do as a teacher-consultant-coach, performer-musician-contractor, and writer. If you're stuck, allow me to help get you to a place of movement.


  • If you're a school administrator or arts organization unsure about which music direction your students or organization should take, visit here.
  • If you're an intermediate string student needing help with orchestra music and want a new experience in a small class, reach out to me here.
  • If you're looking for quality musicians for your next event, inquire here.
  • If you would like me to speak about my authorpreneurial experience, book me here.


My roles and specialties

Music Instructor

Book & eBook Writer

My portfolio

Visit these portfolio pieces to see more of my work.

Book Launch Interview

Book Launch Interview

From my book launch, answering questions from the audience and talking about my book "Stop Sitting and Stand."

 Wedding Ceremony

Wedding Ceremony

My colleagues and I (in the middle) snap a pose before a wedding ceremony performance.

2022 Hyde Park Children's Book Fair Performance

2022 Hyde Park Children's Book Fair Performance

My students and I play at the Hyde Park Children's Book Fair

My ad

My ad

Ad in fundraiser book for Burst into Books

Students of A.T.C.P

Students of A.T.C.P

Class of my Suzuki violin students

What is the latest project you completed?

The last project I completed was my book, "Stop Sitting and Stand." I finished writing the first draft in 2019 and published it in 2022.

How do you continue to grow your professional skills?

I continue to grow my skills by reading and attending conferences, networking events, and workshops.

Contact me

Share this profile