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Catherine O'Brien 

I grew up in Maple Ridge. Music has always been important to my family  and I have been surrounded by musical experiences my whole life.   As a child I studied piano and sang with and accompanied school choirs. I graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor's Degree and a Degree in Education specializing in Early Childhood.  During my years as an  Elementary School Teacher I taught music in Kamloops using both Kodaly and Orff methodology. Most recently I tutored band students, directed school musical productions and choirs  and used music and movement in my Kindergarten classroom.

In 2000 I started my own business called “KIDS ARE MY BUSINESS,” in which I incorporated childcare, tutoring and music and movement classes for parents of preschool children.

Recently I relocated to Maple Ridge where I received my Kindermusik training.  I am proud to be a licensed educator with Kindermusik International .

I am grateful to my  family and friends for their encouragement and support in my endeavors and I am looking forward to bringing my expertise in the area of Early Childhood Education and my passion for music and movement to children and families in the Maple Ridge area. 

I believe that every child is musical and that parents are their child's best teacher. Music is a powerful stimulant for a child's total development.  I am committed to bringing parents and children together through sharing the joy of musical experiences.

- Catherine

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