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Welcome! I'm excited to share my journey, passions, and the experiences that have shaped who I am today. Thank for stopping by, and I hope you find inspiration and connection here!
My Story
My love for the violin began when I was four years old. I was fortunate to begin my musical journey at the age of 4, with Katherine Kunz and later continue my studies with Karen Child. As I grew, I had wonderful opportunities to perform with the Young Artist Chamber Players under the direction of Jack Ashton and Alice Ashton Coulam, and later with the Utah Youth Symphony Orchestra with Barbara Scowcroft. These experiences taught me not only musicianship, but also the joy of making music with others.
I first discovered my love of teaching while I was in high school, where I taught violin for two years before taking a break to attend college. More recently, I spent four years teaching kindergarten in Granite School District. Working with young children has been one of the greatest joys of my career. I love seeing their excitement as they learn something new, gain confidence, and discover what they are capable of.
I teach using the Suzuki Method and am currently Suzuki trained through Book 2 while continuing my training through the remaining books. One of the things I love most about the Suzuki philosophy is its belief that every child can learn when they are surrounded by encouragement, consistency, and love. I value the partnership between teacher, parent, and student, and I enjoy working together to help each child succeed.
I believe that a strong foundation is one of the greatest gifts we can give a young violinist. Good posture, beautiful tone, careful technique, and joyful practice habits established early make it possible for students to grow with confidence as they advance. My goal is to create lessons that are encouraging, engaging, and filled with opportunities for success, so that students not only learn to play the violin but also develop perseverance, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
Above all, I hope every child who walks into my studio feels welcomed, valued, and excited to learn. Watching students grow—from their very first Twinkle to performing pieces they once thought were impossible—is one of the greatest privileges of being a teacher, and I am grateful to be a part of each family's musical journey.