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Born with a musically enriched soul- Jan developed a deep love affair and connection with classical music from a young age.  Her fingers first touched a piano at the age of 5 and by 12 she was playing Bach's Concerto in D minor on a grand piano. Afterwards, Jan's musical interest broadened towards the angelic sounds of the harp and ever since, she has been gracing audiences as a well-respected harpist in Calgary and surrounding areas.

 

After completing a Diploma in Music, Jan attended Western University where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. This prompted the next chapter of her career into the frontier of Music Therapy.

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With a deep desire to learn and grow, she was led to Europe where she was accepted into one of the most prestigious schools, The Guildhall School of Music in London, England.

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Here she was taught by some of the great pioneers in the music therapy profession and became one of the first Canadian Music Therapists. For over 40 years Jan has proudly held the designation of Accredited Music Therapist, (MTA) as an active member in this leading edge profession.

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Jan's career has been musically diverse and creative. Between the gaps of her educational pursuits, she has been a church organist, accompanied numerous musical theatre productions and singers, performed with the Calgary Civic Symphony, professionally performed for thousands and has taught hundreds of students.

 

At heart, she is not only an entertainer and teacher, Jan holds a lifetime of deep connection to humanity's gift of music. 

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