by Valerie | Jun 13, 2017
Karl is a pianist, composer and music educator residing in Portland, Oregon. He holds a Masters of Music in composition from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and a Bachelors in Music from Lewis and Clark College. He studied piano with Jill Timmons and Susan...
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 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...
