About Miss Marie-Elena
I was raised in Long Island, New York where I was always encouraged to sing joyfully! While in high school, I performed in choirs and in musicals. As I became a young adult, I became a lead singer of a top 40 band performing all over Long Island. During this time, I earned my bachelors degree in Elementary Education while raising my family at the same time.
I have always encouraged my children Gina Marie, 38 & Michael, 33 to enjoy music and participate in music with all their heart. My son's main instrument is the drums, but he can play most others. He has always been a part of bands and has owned his own studio where he has written, produced, and performed music for his own band and many other very reputable bands. My daughter plays the piano, participated in choirs, and has been a part of many groups to celebrate her joy of music.
Now, my family has grown! I am now sharing music with my first grandson, Grayson Avery! At almost 2 years old, he is showing signs of musical interest and talent! Yesterday, he walked over to my piano and started playing keys from the bottom to the top using single fingers! I was thrilled! His Mom and I have been singing, dancing and sharing instruments since he was born! It's amazing that when a child is introduced to music at birth (and before!) they will always have a passion for it! It is my greatest joy to help you and your family embrace that!
Over the past 36 years, I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first grade, fourth grade, fifth grade and, most importantly, music for Trinity Christian Academy in Lake Worth for grades K-12 and Calvary Christian Academy for the 2 year olds, VPK, and school-wide music. I have led school choirs and directed the annual holiday programs representing 200-300 children.
Here are a few of the schools where I have taught at...
Planet Kids of Lake Worth
Future Kids of Lantana
Calvary Christian Academy of Lake Worth
Trinity Christian Academy of Lake Worth
Planet Kids of Loxahatchee and
The Weiss School For The Gifted of Palm Beach Gardens
I have also brought my program to various nursing homes including the Barrington Terrace in Boynton Beach where I share music and movement with the elderly and children. I have also volunteered for this past year for an incredible program called "Music And Memory" working with alzheimer patients from Royal Palm Beach to Boynton Beach.
As you can see, my passion is and always will be music all around our community! I would love to share that joy with you and your family! Please check out the rest of my website to find out how you can connect with me! I can't wait to meet you!
