Hello!
Thank you so much for taking the time to check out my studio’s website.
I have had the privilege of teaching music for the past 15 years. I love working with students of all ages and abilities.
WHERE DID I GO TO SCHOOL?
Syracuse University – BM in Voice Performance
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary – MA in Missions
WHAT’S MY FAVORITE PART OF TEACHING?
Being an encourager of and being encouraged by my students.
WHAT DO I ENJOY WHEN NOT TEACHING?
Gardening, baking for my choirs and students & hanging out with my family.
CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS
First Place in Musical Theatre Division – Dallas/Fort Worth Area Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (2008)
Annie Weeks Jackson Award – Dallas/Fort Worth Area Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (2008)
Recording of “It is Well With My Soul” featured on Far East Broadcasting Company – FEBC, South Korea (2008)
Best Soloist – International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (2004) ”Ready For Love”
Best Arrangement - International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (2004) “That Thing You Do”
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Director of Music Ministries – Mount Bethel Church, Mount Bethel, PA
Member of National Association of Teachers of Singing – Lehigh Valley Chapter, Eastern Region
Director of Tours for School of Church Music - Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, TX
Administrative Director - Adirondack Festival of American Music, Saranac Lake, NY
Conducting Intern - Syracuse Children’s Chorus, Syracuse, NY
Musical Director - The Mandarins, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY