Bernie German Biography

Teaching has always been one of Bernie German’s loves. Now in his fourth year as an independent music teacher in the Oakville area, he relies on a varied background of teaching expertise.

Throughout the 1980’s and 90’s, as a manufacturing manager, Bernie was instrumental in the growth of the company he worked for at the time; The Martin Gear Company;  headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Bernie traveled extensively to most of the more than fifteen manufacturing branches throughout the United States teaching Health and Safety Issues, as well as general manufacturing efficiencies.

Bernie became involved in manufacturing in Minneapolis; working for the Martin Gear Co. He was stationed three years in Minneapolis, Chicago for six years, then Kansas City for four years, Philadelphia for a  year and finally, in 1991, moving to Toronto, ON. The corporation again asked him to set up another facility 1994, but his growing family and his love of Canada, Ontario and Oakville made him decline the offer.

He and his family became Canadian Citizens and Bernie, in another corporate assignment, went to work for the Stackpole Gear Co., here in Mississauga, ON. Over the course of the eight years there, Bernie again took on the role of corporate trainer and educator in the various manufacturing techniques facing every modern automotive supplier.

Bernie German grew up on a farm outside of Hankinson, North Dakota in the Red River Valley, near Fargo. Bernie’s home town always flew three flags on Main Street: the U.S., the North Dakota flag, and the Canadian Flag. No stranger to raising horses and cattle he has fond memories of those early days on the farm.

His family also had a passion for all things musical. His dad played harmonica, two of his sisters played trumpet and clarinet in the school band, and his brothers played guitar. Bernie’s older brother Jerry was his first guitar teacher.

Join in singing songs about Canadian History, Sports, Music and fitness and Songs of our Canadian Heritage. Call Bernie to arrange a performance for your school, library or organization.

Bernie is a member of Toronto Volunteer and does frequent concerts at several Toronto Seniors Centers. Call Bernie if you would like a free lunch-time show!

 www.volunteertoronto.ca

To purchase CD: send cheque or money order to:  Bernie German, 2251 Westoak Trails Boulevard Unit #4, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3P7. Send cheque or money order for $15.00 per CD plus $3.00 shipping and handling per order.

Or - Stop by: Notes Music - 35 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON, 905-845-3131

Or you can contact our Toronto distributor:

www.indiepool.com/CASC001

When he is not teaching guitar, theory and composition, you can find him entertaining children of all ages at area fairs, libraries, schools, community events and festivals. Bernie's program for elementary school children has great reviews. In the show, Bernie's original songs and stories teach youngsters about our history and cultural heritage in an interactive setting. Children come away from the show with a real sense of excitement, knowledge and patriotism for this great land of ours.

Bernie has a repertoire of classical and pop guitar pieces and is available for weddings and anniversaries. Fees for these events include consultation with the wedding or anniversary party ahead of time to discuss selections for the upcoming service.

When Bernie doesn't have a guitar in his hands you will find him helping his wife of thirty years at their fitness studio.

Bernie and Mary German http://www.marygerman.com are the owner-operators of Living Well Pilates http://www.livingwellpilates.com  located at: 2251 Westoak Trails Boulevard, in Oakville.

They have always played an enormous role in supporting the local community through various volunteer and fundraising efforts since moving to Oakville in 1991.

Fusing his love of jazz, rock and country into a blend of superb storytelling and melody, this talented singer, songwriter and guitarist has been active on the Toronto scene for many years. Bernie released a full length CD of original music, “When you’re In Love,” in 2000 and "Canada's Singing Cowboy" in 2005. Presently working on two more albums, Bernie has practical experience in composing for weddings and anniversaries, including songs in Pop, Jazz, Rock Country and Spirituals.

Bernie German - Member: O.M.E.A., O.A.C., S.A.C., S.O.C.A.N.