Thank you for visiting my website and your interest in private music lessons!
I have loved music from a very young age. I grew up in an extremely musical family, so we spent a lot of time singing and playing instruments!
My first vocal solo was at the age of 3. I began private lessons myself at the age of 6, playing the piano. I played piano through college, but added French horn and voice to my repertoire in junior high school. I actually majored in French horn and vocal performance in College.
I have had blessed opportunities to study with various instructors and work with a diverse group of vocal coaches throughout the years. Everything from Classical to Jazz, musical theater and worship leading... I love it all! So whatever your bent or calling... what ever you feel like you would like to do... what I love most is customizing your lessons to fit your goal! Most importantly, I like to have fun and get creative when it comes to lessons- whether it is with games on the computer, using the ipad to implement our theory lessons, and even composing your own music using the theory lessons we've had... I love variety!
I've performed too many venues to list them, but have been a member of Opera Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus, Led worship for many local churches, as well as performed for banquets, special events, and weddings. Musical theater, many musical groups all over the state of Michigan. I've recorded radio commercials, and do voice over work as well. I have a complete resume available, if desired.
My greatest hope is that all of my students would grow a love for music and develop a good base for musical knowledge, all while have fun and creating!
On a personal note... I am married to an amazing man, have a bunch of grown up sized kids... and now we have 2 little ones! In addition, our fur family includes Lucy, Jasper, and Roxy(our horse). I love hiking, kayaking, reading, writing, and of course music- performing and writing!