As the granddaughter of a pianist, I began taking piano lessons at the age of six. By age 12 I became the pianist for a weekly church service and a few years later I was selected to perform for an audience of 1,500 at the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp.

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High school years were spent highly focused on developing my musical talents by accompanying choirs, playing for musicals, religious services, weddings, funerals, and events. I began teaching piano at the age of 15 and maintained over 40 students throughout the course of high school. I received several high awards through the IMEA competitions.

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I remained driven about my future career as a pianist and attended Millikin University on an academic and music scholarship as a piano performance major.  

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During college, I also grew a strong interest in connecting with and serving others.  I began second major of Human Services and transitioned to a Music Degree with Piano Concentration.  I completed coursework in piano pedagogy, while continuing to play as a soloist and accompanist for choirs and singers while also employed as a part-time pianist at Von Maur. I received a Bachelors of Arts for Human Services and Music-Piano.

 

I went on to work for a counseling agency before beginning graduate school to earn a Masters of Social Work. I remain employed as a full-time licensed clinical social worker, I am currently pursuing a Doctor of Social Work, and I find great joy in my part-time work as a pianist.

 

I am a classically trained pianist with a love for alternative and pop music. I maintain a repertoire of classical, show tunes, golden oldies, jazz, rock, top 40 hits and am passionate about entertaining a crowd by providing music of the taste and genre preferred. For my own wedding I surprised my husband and guests by playing Ben Fold's The Luckiest. 

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I am truly thankful for the gift of music in my life! It would be my pleasure to play for your next event!