Manfred presents his debut solo album An Opera Martini with Pure & Simple Music. After graduating from the University of Michigan where he studied classical piano and voice, Manfred served as Associate Professor of Music at Macomb Community College, sang with the Michigan Opera Theatre and concertized extensively on both piano and organ.

Manfred is currently Music Director of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rochester, MI, one of the largest parishes in metro Detroit. He also composes commercial and film scores with his company "Perfect Score Music," along with partner Timothy R. Smith.

Manfred currently resides in Clawson, MI with his wife Barbara and two year old daughter Sara.

Barbara, Sarah & Manfred