by Valerie | Mar 20, 2017
Jackie has played viola for 10 years straight, and boy are her arms tired! Formally trained in orchestral & solo viola, she gained a well-rounded understanding of music theory. She has competed at national music festivals, and in 2013 performed at the Walt Disney...
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...
