Marilyn Manzer

Biography

I am a parent of 4 grown daughters, three of whom are musicians, and grandparent of two children. My first job was as a preschool teacher and I worked with other parents to organize preschools and as a volunteer on school committees. I was distracted for many years while working as a sociologist, regional planner and social researcher, and returned to teaching in my forties.

My Kindermusik® classes started in September 2001 in my home studio in Wolfville where I have been teaching private music lessons since 1990. I teach piano, voice, recorder, and violin, and have worked as an accompanist and associate director for musical theatre productions by youth in Wolfville. I have been actively involved in the Kings County Music Festival for many years as a parent, board member, teacher, performer, volunteer and accompanist.

Education
2001 - completed Kindermusik International licensed educator training
1991 - Bachelor of Music Education, Acadia University
(studied piano for 8 years with Prof. Janice Stephens at Acadia University)
1972 - Master of Arts, McGill University
1970 - Bachelor of Arts, McGill University

Other professional qualifications:
Nova Scotia Teacher's License
Member of the Nova Scotia Registered Music Teacher's Association
Past-president, Valley Chapter Registered Music Teachers Association