About The Educators

*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 in 1984, 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 in St. Louis since 2001. She has taught and developed curriculum for preschool and elementary choirs and worked with jr. high and high school choirs with her husband, Jerry, who has a Masters Degree in music. Maureen is also an experienced piano teacher, and accompanist. She has a 12-year-old daughter, Hannah, who has attended all Kindermusik levels, is a graduate of Young Child Year II, and now loves playing clarinet in her middle school band. [Miss Maureen 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 Maureen teaches these classes: Des Peres: Mondays: Our Time 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m; Village 11:30 a.m; Imagine That! 12:30p.m. Chesterfield: Thursdays: Our Time 9:30; Imagine That! 10:30; Village 11:30 a.m; Young Child 1 12:45 p.m.		*Maureen Bolain*
*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. She led the music program at Countryside Montessori Preschool for three years, before becoming a Kindermusik educator in 1996. 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 14 and Louise, 17. "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 teaches these classes in Chesterfield:		*Nancy Love*
Village: Tue. 11:30 a.m; Fri. 9:15 a.m. Our Time: Tues. 9:30 a.m; Fri. 10:15 a.m; 11:10 a.m. Imagine That!: Tue. 12:45 p.m. a.m; Fri. 12:30 p.m. Family Time: Tues 10:30 a.m.	Young Child I: Wed. 5:15 p.m. Young Child II: Wed. 4:00 p.m.

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 and thrill of a lifetime 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, now age ten (who has completed the Kindermusik program and is currently enrolled in a group piano class) and Mary, twelve (a Kindermusik graduate with great interest in guitar) had been enrolled in Kindermusik programs since they were very young. 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. Miss Jeanne teaches these classes Clayton: Thursdays: Our Time 9:15; Imagine That! 10:15; Family Time 11:20 a.m; Village 12:30 p.m. Des Peres: Tues: Village 9:15 a.m; Our Time 10:15 a.m; Imagine That! 11:15 p.m. Family Time 12:30 p.m. Wed: Family Time 9:00 a.m; Our Time 10:00 a.m; Imagine That! 11:00 a.m; Village 12:30 p.m.		*Jeanne Magee*

Melissa Overton is originally from Omaha, NE and obtained her 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 she has performed in various musical productions and with choirs, including the Dayton opera Chorus, for over 15 years. Melissa truly loves participating in a wide variety of fine arts experiences and has had the pleasure of teaching private voice and piano lesson throughout the years. Inspired by her participation in Kindermusik classes as a nanny to a one-year old, she took the Kindermusik training courses, and is now thrilled to be able to bring her leadership, energy and love of both music and children to the classes of Kindermusik Academy. Melissa’s husband, Brian, is also a vocalist and they celebrate the arrival of their first baby, Maria, on May 6, 2007. "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 3. Miss Melissa teaches these classes in Chesterfield Village: Thurs 5:15 p.m, Sat. 9:00 a.m; Our Time Thurs 6:20 p.m. Sat.10:00 a.m; Imagine That! Sat. 11:00 a.m.		Melissa Overton
*Sally Barrett* hails from California and has made St. Louis her home since 1994. She owns and has been teaching piano in her own piano studio for 15 years, and is raising four boys, ages 9 to 19, in her “spare time!” Sally has been a music teacher for Evangelical Free Church Home School Learning Center, directed musicals for children, and has sung in various college, community chorales, church choirs, trios and as a soloist. She was a Music Education Major for three years at Cal State (California State University) in Fullerton, CA. Additionally, she is a licensed interpreter for the Deaf. Sally’s enthusiasm for children and music are apparent when she says “There’s nothing more thrilling than to see a child get turned on to the love of music.” Wanting to further her passion for music and children, Sally completed Kindermusik International training and became licensed to teach Kindermusik in 2006. Sally is great! . . .Julie Callen, mother of Carly age 2 1/2. Miss Sally is wonderful! . . . Marilyn Spivey, grandmother of John, age 2. "Sally is great; she really engages the kiddos" . . . anonymous, mother of 2-year old. Miss Sally teaches these classes in Chesterfield Wednesdays: Our Time 9:15 a.m; Imagine That! 10:15 a.m; Family Time 11:20 a.m;
Jan Fishman, Director, has specialized in music with preschoolers and parent-infant groups for over 20 years and has been instructor/director of Kindermusik Academy for 12 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, sings and plays guitar with the Israeli folk group Shir Ami and performs at folk festivals throughout the Midwest. From 1998 to 2000, 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!) She now enjoys singing and dancing with her two granddaughters who love to sing and dance, 3 years old, and 18 months old. "Miss Jan is excellent, she is great with the kids and makes the class fun." ...Carrie Brengarth, mother of Lily, age 3. Miss Jan teaches these classes in Chesterfield Tuesdays: Imagine That! 5:00 p.m.; Young Child 1 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays: Imagine That! 6:45 p.m.		*Jan Fishman*

Miss Amanda is a new mommy! Ellington Cole was born June 12, 2008. Amanda regrets she will not be teaching Kindermusik the coming semester, but hopes to come visit a few classes. She says will come back soon to teach, and we're hoping so!
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. She is now teaching 7th grade general music and 8th grade choir at Jennings Junior High School. 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. Also she has been highly praised by her families at Kindermusik Academy where she has been teaching for the last three years. 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.myspace.com/owensbrian. Amanda loves music and feels very blessed to be able to share her musical talents with others.
"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.

Amanda Owens