Marianne C. White maintains an eclectic music education career that includes a successful middle school band tenure, vast experience as a technology clinician, university level instructional experience, and a marketing role in the music ed-tech space. Simply put, she is forever passionate about music education and inspiring other educators.

How I Think About Music Ed

"I’m a huge believer in using tech as your ‘teaching assistant’—not to replace your expertise, but to handle the busywork so you can get back to what really matters: helping your students find their own ‘beautiful heart’ through music."

Education

  • Bachelors in Music Education from Texas Tech University
  • Masters in Music Education from Texas Tech University

Experience

  • Music Educator
  • Middle School Band Experience (12 years)
  • Clinician and Adjudicator

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