by Valerie | Jul 21, 2016
Christine started playing the piano at five years old and has taken lessons for 16 years. She has studied college level music theory and pedagogy, and has accompanied choir and church worship groups. She has two years of piano teaching experience including theory,...
by Valerie | Jun 15, 2016
At age four, I began learning music in a children’s program, Kindermusik, then, piano lessons at six, trumpet at nine, and the upright bass at 14. After a jam session with my Dad, (we played “Jingle Bells” with real musicians! I was 10), and my first...
by Valerie | Sep 17, 2015
Lily is a performing harpist, pianist, and mezzo-soprano who also composes and writes songs. While earning her BS in Music and Mathematics, she focused on harp performance and choral studies. Lily has sung solo with the Oregon Symphony, in opera choruses, and in folk...
by Valerie | Sep 14, 2015
Originally from Miami, Florida, I began studying music at age 7 (guitar) and began performing with the music school’s student band soon after. At age 12, I joined the school band and began playing trombone & baritone in the concert and jazz ensembles. In high...
by Valerie | Aug 31, 2015
Music is a wonderful tool to reach, train and develop long lasting positive characteristics in our selves and others. What a great opportunity to help others gain life shaping experiences through their own musical journey. I have fond memories of those who helped me...