Melanie Doane(I)
- Actress
- Writer
- Composer
Juno Award winner Melanie Doane has been prominent in the Canadian music landscape for over 15 years. She has had her music featured on hit TV shows such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Brothers and Sisters, Flashpoint, and Party of Five to name a few.
In 2022, Melanie's new show Ukulele U launched on CBC Kids. Melanie co-created the show with legendary music producer Bob Ezrin. In addition to hosting the show, Melanie is also an executive producer, writer, and composer for all 52 episodes.
13 years ago, Melanie launched Doane Music Uschool, her children's music charity that has served over 5000 students in Toronto elementary schools since its inception. Uschool is dedicated to making music accessible to ALL children and is based on the work of her father J. Chalmers Doane, celebrated music educator. Chalmers is an Order of Canada recipient for his innovative contributions to music education in Canadian school boards.
In 2022, Melanie's new show Ukulele U launched on CBC Kids. Melanie co-created the show with legendary music producer Bob Ezrin. In addition to hosting the show, Melanie is also an executive producer, writer, and composer for all 52 episodes.
13 years ago, Melanie launched Doane Music Uschool, her children's music charity that has served over 5000 students in Toronto elementary schools since its inception. Uschool is dedicated to making music accessible to ALL children and is based on the work of her father J. Chalmers Doane, celebrated music educator. Chalmers is an Order of Canada recipient for his innovative contributions to music education in Canadian school boards.
