Martha Cooper is known for her gentle approach to sharing her knowledge. A highly skilled musician and practitioner of the folk arts, Martha brings a respectful authority to her work which is appreciated by her peers and students.
At the Ottawa Folklore Centre, Martha quickly became established as a multi-instrumental instructor to the young and elderly; teaching flute, ukulele, penny whistle, banjo, and Irish drum. Martha’s tenure at the OFC eventually led to her promotion to the in-house arts administrator, a position she kept while teaching until 2015.
Another of Martha’s many hats is that of a music and movement teacher for very young children. A trained Kindermusik and Suzuki Early Childhood teacher, Martha has designed a program to help children learn about how their bodies can move and be expressive while at the same time learning the fundamentals of music. From as young as newborn babies to children of 5 or 6, Martha’s music program pleases all.