Brendan Marney

Brendan is a musician, producer, and teacher with a degree in Music and Computer Science from UVic. He has been playing piano and guitar for over eight years, and loves helping others learn how to create music—whether it’s through songwriting, Digital Audio Workstations, or live instruments. Brendan has experience Recording, Mixing, Mastering, and Writing digital music using MIDI Plugins and software programs like REAPER, Pro Tools, and Ableton Live. He uses these tools to write soundtracks for indie game developers and create original songs focusing on mental health. Music has been a way for Brendan to navigate mental health struggles and find healing through creativity, and he brings that same spirit to his teaching. Brendan encourages students to be themselves in their music, have fun, and use the process as a tool for self-discovery. Brendan believes everyone has incredible creative potential and needs to find a personalized process of discipline and fun to bring out the best in their abilities. Brendan believes in teaching students through a combination of traditional theory and building from the styles of their favorite music, building on foundational tools and tailoring lessons to their interests for continued growth and learning.