Maureen Bolain obtained her B.A. in Christian Education summa
cum laude with strong emphasis in child development, music and piano
performance from John Brown University where she won the Biblical
Studies Faculty and Outstanding Cathedral Choir Member Awards.
She taught at her own Kindermusik music studio in South Bend, Indiana
from 1998 – 2001, joining Kindermusik Academy of St. Louis in 2001. She
has taught and developed curriculum for preschool and elementary choirs
and is also an experienced piano teacher.
Maureen is currently the accompanist for Grace Presbyterian Church and
the St. Charles County Youth Choirs. In the summer of 2011 the touring
choir of SCCYC traveled to Williamsburg, VA and Washington, DC where
they were invited to perform at the historic Bruton Parish (home
congregation of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson) and First
Baptist Church (attended by President Carter). They were also invited
to be the clinic choir for Master Classes taught by Dr. Henry Leck,
world renowned conductor of children's choirs. She has a 16-year-old
daughter, Hannah, who is a graduate of Kindermusik and continues to
nurture a love for all genres of music. Maureen has recently celebrated
10 years with Kindermusik Academy!
[Miss Mo is] "A gem! Warm, nurturing, passionate about kids, music
and learning. Very positive and interactive. My son pays close attention
and has increased attention span. . .we're huge fans of this program" . .
. Meagan Mottl, mother of Beacan, age 2-1/2; "Miss Mo is excellent with
kids" . . . Katie Dolan, mother of Jack, age 2.
Miss Maureen
teaches the Clayton Summer Camp
Miss Maureen will teach these classes Spring 2012
Des Peres: Mondays: Our Time 9:15 am; Family Time 10:15
am; Village 11:15 am
Clayton/Richmond Heights:
Wednesdays: Family Time 9:30 am;
Our Time 10:30 am;
Village 11:30 am; Imagine That! 12:30 pm
"Both teachers we have had in the program [Miss Maureen and
Mrs. Love] are wonderful. Not only is my son learning about music, he is
learning all kinds of helpful life skills." . . . Eric Arbetter, father
of Atticus, age 2, and principal in the Hazelwood School District.
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Nancy Love
earned
a B.A. in Behavioral Studies from Lycoming College in Williamsport, PA.
As a French Horn player, she participated as first horn in the New York
State All-State Orchestra, and has extensive
instrumental, choral and modern dance training and experience.
In addition to teaching Kindermusik classes, Nancy is a teacher-trainer
for Kindermusik International, conducting training workshops in St. Louis
and other cities. She led the music program at Countryside
Montessori Preschool for three years, before becoming a Kindermusik
educator in 1999. Nancy has decided Kindermusik is her "calling," and
devotes all of her energies and love of children and music to Kindermusik
now. Nancy and her husband Steven have two musically talented daughters,
Victoria age 17 and Louise, 20. They have been extremely involved in Irish
Dance, performing and competing in other U.S. cities as well as in Ireland
-- you might be treated to a dance, concertina or violin performance when
they come to visit Mrs. Love's classes.
"Mrs. Love is amazing!" . . . Ofir Kaidar-Heafetz, father of Eshkar age 5-1/2;
"Mrs. Love is awesome. Jaden loves her." . . . Sarah Mitchell mother of Jaden
age 2; "We come to Kindermusik because of Mrs. Love!" . . . Rayme Woley
mother of Peyton, age 5-1/2;
"Mrs. Love is a wonderful teacher. She has such a nice and warm way with
the kids. . . . she also has innovative ways to introduce music, sounds
and other concepts to the class.
I always appreciated that she made him feel special and cared for."
. . . Angela Gusky, mother of Connor, age 3; Mrs. Love is loving, creative,
enthusiastic, loves what she does and it shows" . . . Debi Coil, mother of
Cassie, age 2.
Mrs. Love teaches the Creve Coeur Summer Camp
Mrs. Love will teach
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Village: Tue. 11:15 am
Our Time:
Tues. 9:30 am; Fri. 10:30
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Imagine That! Fri. 12:30 pm |
Young Child Yr I semester
2: Wed. 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Young Child Yr II semester 4: Wed. 5:45 - 6:45 pm |
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Jeanne
Magee
has extensive experience in vocal performance, and strong group-leading
skills from bible school and church-related music teaching. She holds a
B.A. degree in Communication with a minor in Psychology from the
University of Missouri, and joined the Kindermusik Academy staff in
2003. She uses her vocal talents as a cantor, soloist, and choir member
for her church, and sings for weddings as well. In the recent past,
Jeanne had the honor of singing the National
Anthem as a duet at Busch Stadium.
As an advocate of the life-enriching power of music, Jeanne was inspired
by the joy and educational advantages of Kindermusik since her two
daughters Kathleen and Mary were enrolled in Kindermusik from birth to
age 6, in
each level of Kindermusik. These Kindermusik graduates,
Kathleen, age 13, currently sings in her parish's Children's Choir and
is involved with choral roles in musical theater, and Mary, age 15, also
involved in musical theater and her freshman chorus. Jeanne is now sharing her love of music and the Kindermusik experience with others.
"Jeanne is great! She has a terrific voice. She makes each child feel
special" . . . Kristen Wild, mother of Jessica age 2-1/2. "Jeanne
Magee is a wonderful educator, she is very bubbly & relates very well with
the children & adults -- she makes everyone feel special" . . . mother of
Noah, age 3. "Miss Jeanne is wonderful with the students. So patient!
Every child gets attention. She is warm and welcoming." . . .mother of
2-1/2-year old son.
Miss Jeanne
will teach these classes Spring 2012
in Des Peres:
Tues:
Village 9:15 am;
Our Time 10:15 am; Imagine
That!
12:30 pm
Wed:
Village 9:00 am;
Our Time 10:00 am;
Imagine
That!
12:30 pm |
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Melissa Overton
Congratulations to Melissa! She
completed her
Masters
in Elementary Education (December 2010)
from Grand Canyon University. She
obtained a B.A. in Music with emphasis in both vocal performance and fine arts
administration from the University of Dayton in 2003. She has directed musicals
and taught classes for the Omaha Theatre Company for Young People and has
performed in various musical productions and with choirs, including the Dayton
opera Chorus, for over 15 years. Inspired by her participation in Kindermusik
classes as a nanny to a one-year old in 2006, she completed the Kindermusik
training courses, and is now in her fifth year bringing her talents,
leadership, energy and love of both music and children to the classes of
Kindermusik Academy. Also,
she
is currently an administrator for Little Guppy Child Development
Center in O'Fallon Missouri.
Melissa’s husband, Brian is a vocalist, and has been
attending his wife's Kindermusik classes with their 4-year old daughter Maria
almost since her birth!
"Miss Melissa is great! She's passionate about what
she does and is very warm to everyone. I love how upbeat she is" . . . Tanya
Huebbe, mother of Amelia, age 4. "I love
how
well Miss Melissa interacts with the other parents and especially the children.
She has a great demeanor and passion for teaching." Tracy Dea, mother of Raiden,
age 18 months.
Miss Melissa will teach these classes Spring 2012 in
Chesterfield:
Saturdays: Village 9:00 am; Our Time
10:00 am; Imagine That! 11:00 am |
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Jan
Fishman, Director,
has
specialized in music with preschoolers and parent-infant groups for over 24
years and has been instructor/director of Kindermusik Academy for 17 years. She
has earned graduate course credits in music for young children through Fontbonne
College, and has taught adult workshops in music for the St. Louis Association
for the Education of the Young Child. She holds a B.A. degree from the
University of Missouri and completed Kindermusik training in 1994. Jan is the
K - 2nd grade music teacher at Solomon Schechter Day School of St.
Louis. As a performer, Jan sings and plays guitar with the Israeli folk group Shir
Ami and performs at folk festivals throughout the Midwest. For three years Jan was part of the training team for new Kindermusik educators in cities
across the United States. Jan is the mother of three grown children (piano &
guitar players!)
Her favorite musical activities in addition to teaching Kindermusik are singing
and dancing with her two granddaughters, 7
and
5 years!
"Miss Jan is excellent, she is great with the kids and makes the class
fun." . . .Carrie Brengarth, mother of Lily, age 3; "Miss Jan is Super! Great
with kids and helping them focus.". . .Tonya Geddes, mother of Benjamin, age 23
months. "I
have had my sons in Kindermusik collectively for over 5 years and they love the
music, instruments and activities. There are other music program options, but
the combination of educators and home materials has been superior at Kindermusik."
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. . Barbara Schmidt, mother of Trevor, age 3 and two older
sons.
Miss Jan
will teach these
classes Spring 2012 in
Chesterfield
Wednesdays:
Our Time 9:30 am; Family Time 10:30 am
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Amanda Owens
will be taking a leave of absence for a while. New baby Ella Simone was
born 9/10/09 at 9:09 pm! We look forward to having Amanda back soon.
Amanda Owens
was
a Kindermusik student when she was five years old! In May 2006 she graduated
Summa Cum Laude from the University of Missouri, St.
Louis, majoring in Music Education with a choral/vocal emphasis.
Upon graduation, she taught Music Appreciation to 7th & 8th graders at
Jennings Junior High School and conducted a choir there. She
has received numerous awards and scholarships including a Music Education/Music
Therapy Scholarship from University of Missouri, Kansas City. After becoming
licensed to teach Kindermusik in 2004, she taught Kindermusik
in Kansas City before moving to the St. Louis area, and came highly recommended
from families whom she taught there, and by her supervisor at UMKC. Miss Amanda
has a son Ellington Cole born 6/12/08, and has added a baby girl Ella
Simone on 10/9/09.
Amanda shares her love of music with her husband Brian, who is a professional musician, recently having sung at
Carnegie Hall. You can check Brian's website for concerts at
www.brianowensnow.com.
Amanda loves music
and feels very blessed to be able to share her musical talents with others. She
also has a website:
www.aowens7.qhealthbeauty.com for health and beauty needs.
"Miss
Amanda is Excellent. Warm connection with the children and parents. Explains
what development is encouraged by the activities." . . . Jennifer Ratzlaff mother of Cooper age 9 months. |
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