Janet Hammock

2021—Arts Builder

Janet Hammock

Originally from Vancouver, Janet Hammock came to Sackville in 1975 with a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Yale. For the next 26 years she taught in the Department of Music at Mount Allison University.

A talented pianist, she has won acclaim for her concerts and recitals across Canada, and has brought many other renowned classical and experimental musicians to perform locally. Determined from the outset that music should be a community-wide experience, Janet has conducted public workshops in deep listening, taught numerous courses for the Tantramar Seniors College, and from 2010 to 2016 published a column entitled Sackville Soundscapes in the weekly Tribune-Post newspaper. Since 2015 she has hosted Fly Me to the Moon, a bi-weekly radio program showcasing local musicians of all kinds.

In the words of one former student, Janet is “dedicated to expanding the musical horizons of those around her.” With zest, compassion, and generosity, she has helped nurture an appreciation for arts and creativity throughout the community.