Julie Geiman

Julie Geiman is an active educator and musician who completed her Bachelor of Music Education from Mount St. Joseph University and received her Master of Education in Secondary Education and School Counseling from Xavier University; holds dual certifications in Ohio and Kentucky, and has earned her RANK 1.  She studied percussion under John Gardner and piano under Marie Jakstadt and Atarah Jablonsky.  Julie is currently the Education Director at Immanuel School of Music.

Teaching Philosophy:

Julie believes music is a timeless art. She holds a deep love for her cross-generational studio and is committed to serving students of all ages and abilities. Her joy lies in giving students and families the opportunity to learn music, to appreciate and discover our musical potential, and to perform and experience music as an amazing gift at each lesson and recital. Her belief is, “Through music, we can reach the soul. Let our souls speak, and in turn, we can speak to everyone.”

Justified Unique Learning In Education is the teaching philosophy she embraces to best meet each student’s needs and desire to learn. Building a strong foundation through rhythmic and note reading, ear training, and music theory, and teaching students introspection and mindfulness awareness in lessons to enhance musical development and focused practice are key elements of her approach to teaching.     

Driven by a deep passion for lifelong learning and community service, she firmly believes we should share our unique gifts and talents with others, learn something new every day, and fearlessly embrace musical challenges. Julie encourages, “Let us choose to embrace God’s greatness, energy, and power through the transformative force of music.”

Performance:

As a dedicated educator and musician, Julie has made a significant impact on the tri-state area. Her performances on percussion with Roots & Rhythms, the Southbank Quartet, Immanuel Orchestra, and other local talents have showcased her versatility. She serves as a Music Minister at St. Joseph Cold Spring and enjoys playing with local musicians to benefit the community, including the Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra and Giving Glory Contemporary Music Group. She has also served as a Music Enrichment Instructor at Notre Dame Academy and lent her skills to the Brass Fellowship, the Howard Bloemker Orchestra, the Seven Hills Sinfonietta, the Cincinnati Music Theatre, the Showboat Majestic, the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra, the Musical Gift Tour, and various local events.

Fun Fact: Julie is a proud mother of an ISM Alumni and a current ISM student whose family has been part of Immanuel School of Music since its inception in 2010. She is very thankful for her son and husband, who show their support of ISM by attending countless performances and lending a hand behind the scenes.

Favorite Pastime: Loves spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and enjoys home-cooked meals.