In a nut shell
I began playing the violin at age eight. Since that time, I have performed all over the United States and Canada (Las Vegas was the best!) for well-reknowned guests such as the Pope, John Paul II, the original Ronald McDonald, Dan Quayle, CEOs of various companies throughout the Midwest and many, many more. After receiving a full regents scholarship, I completed my bachelor degree in Music Performance at Arizona State University. I then went on to become a member of the Chicago Civic Orchestra, performing with (and for) great musicians, such as: Pierre Boulez, Sir George Solti, Daniel Barenboim, Zubin Mehta, Reuben Gonzalez, Albert Ignolikov and Rachel Barton. I have been concertmaster for various ensembles and am well versed in leading groups. I also performed in various capacities (solo section, section performer, concertmaster) for many ballet, musical theaters and other ensembles in Arizona, Illinois and Wisconsin. I developed a love for strolling while in the Tremper Golden Strings, (hey, one of my students is on the home page of this site!) which lead me to create a strolling environment for me in my string quintet, the Black Tie Affair String Ensemble (see "Performing" below) in 1995. I also perform with a variety of rock, jazz, celtic and country bands (gotta play my banjo sometime!). I began teaching private violin lessons in 1991. I have also clinicianed, judged, and developed and directed the Jack Benny Signature Strings for two years. Creating another ensemble here is one goal I have for this year.
"I teach because I can and because I want everyone to enjoy music as much as I do."
Local performances include:
Recently performed with:
Anne Murray , December 5, 13
Clay Aiken, December 1
"Led Zeppelin" tribute band
Performed under the great direction of Gerald Hoffman for the St. Joesph's musical: How to Succeed in Business without even trying., Kenosha, WI.
Not including various corporate and private functions in the Midwest and invitations to perform with some awesome artists. Stay tuned for more.
