Marianne "Annie" Ruth King-Smith began her musical training at the age of 6 in small town Ontario. Her first instrument was the recorder. Quickly discovering that no one ever wants to listen to the recorder, she started playing piano.

After studying with teachers in the Barrie area for 10 years, she was accepted to Carleton University's music program and began the Battle of the Bachelor's Degree. 

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It was during this time that Annie discovered her love of improvisation and composition. After graduating, she moved to Toronto to join the swarm of aspiring artists and has not yet left.

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She currently lives in the Junction where she resides in a small apartment with her piano, ukulele, violin, accordian and many plants. Together, they spend their days making music for others and for themselves. Except for the plants. The plants just listen.