Molly Schranck is a Northern Virginia native whose career combines a lifelong passion for music with a strong foundation in arts management. With an early background in piano, she has built a versatile portfolio in music education, nonprofit administration, and program development.

Molly earned her Bachelor of Arts in Music with honors from Longwood University, followed by a Master of Arts in Arts Management from George Mason University, where she focused on cultivating innovative strategies for arts organizations.

She came to AYPO after serving at Études, a D.C.-based music school, where she managed the private lesson programs in piano, violin, and voice. In addition to overseeing faculty and student engagement, she helped design and launch a summer music camp for young children and contributed to the development of company-wide policies and procedures. Her previous experience also includes roles as a marketing intern with the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, a Music Camp Director at Lopez Studios, Inc., and Business Director for the Greater Washington Suzuki Institute in 2023.

At AYPO, Molly has played an integral role in shaping the student experience. She has overseen all instrumental ensembles at various points in her tenure and now serves as Director of Operations, ensuring that every rehearsal and performance runs seamlessly with the right people, resources, and equipment in place at the right time. In this capacity, she works closely with conductors, musicians, and families to ensure smooth operations, meaningful educational experiences, and inspiring performances.

With her combination of artistic training, administrative expertise, and hands-on leadership, Molly is dedicated to supporting young musicians and strengthening the role of music education in the community.

Contact Molly at operations@aypo.org.