Annie Mann
Yukon,OK
Summary
Dedicated orchestral leader with a strong background in directing student music programs, from kindergarten violin to high school orchestra. Known for organization, leadership, and event coordination. Experienced in staging school musical productions and expanding program impact.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Orchestras
Bethany Public Schools
Bethany, OK
08.2006 - Current
- Instruct 6th and 12th grade orchestra, fostering musical skills and ensemble collaboration
- Instruct kindergarten music, integrating general music and violin to cultivate early musical interest
- Coordinate recruitment initiatives, attracting new students to the orchestra program
- Grant Writing
- Previously served as the stage director for 15 all school musical productions
Education
Masters of Music Education -
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2012
Bachelors of Instrumental Music Education -
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK12-2005
Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance -
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK05-2004
Skills
- Organization
- Leadership
- Grant Writing
- Recruitment
- Program Development
- Event coordination
Accomplishments
- School Band and Orchestra Magazine's "50 Music Teachers Who Make a Difference"
- Oklahoma Music Educators Association Exemplary Orchestra Educator
- Bethany Public Schools District Teacher of the Year
- Oklahoma City Thunder Teacher of the Game
Affiliations
- President of the Oklahoma Music Educators Association (2023-2025)
- Orchestra Vice President of the Oklahoma Music Educators Association (2017-2018)
- Oklahoma State Department of Education Fine Arts Advisory Committee
- Mid Del Schools All District Orchestra Concert Guest Clinician (2026)
- Oklahoma All State Orchestra Chair (2010)
- Orchestra Presenter at the Fall Oklahoma Music Educators Association Fall Conference
Timeline
Director of Orchestras
Bethany Public Schools
08.2006 - Current
Masters of Music Education -
University of Oklahoma
Bachelors of Instrumental Music Education -
Oklahoma City University
Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance -
Oklahoma City University