Mr Marcus

For as long as he can remember, there has been a piano in Marcus' home. He was born into a musical family. His mother took piano lessons as a girl so her piano followed her when she moved out, got married, and started her own family. And that piano made its way into Marcus' heart at an early age. 

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After years of begging for piano lessons, his parents finally announced he could start the summer before Second Grade. He was So Excited! 

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Marcus has had many great teachers since the Second Grade. Some notable teachers are Mrs, Naomi Poor, Mrs. Rebecca Roelfsema, Mrs Marilyn Abercrombie, Dr Clive Swansbourne, Mrs Tascille King, Maestra Alessandra Capici, and most recently, former Miss America, Mrs Debra Snodgrass. 

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Along with great teachers, Marcus has also collaborated with many outstanding choir and orchestra directors, learning invaluable lessons from each experience while performing across the Midwest and in several venues in Western Europe. Marcus has increased his love for the piano accompanying innumerable choirs, show choirs, soloists, ensembles, Vacation Bible Schools, children's and adult worship services, musical theaters, congregational singing, and cantatas,   

When he is not teaching or accompanying, Marcus is a devoted Dog-Dad to Sofia, a passionate home chef and baker, a dedicated son and brother, and a Funcle to a host of nieces and nephews. 

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Marcus is excited to be at Karen's Dance Studio and looks forward to meeting you very soon!