about me
I grew up in the woods of Minnesota, singing little melodies to myself all throughout the day. My parents introduced me to ’80s hits and orchestral masterpieces, and at the age of ten a shiny silver flute felt natural in my hands.
Since then, my musical career has been an adventure in soundscapes, artistry, and discipline. After taking private lessons in middle school and joining youth orchestra shortly after, I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in music. I now hold a Bachelor of Music in Flute Performance and Music Entrepreneurship Certificate from the University of Colorado Boulder, and a Master of Music in Flute Performance from Carnegie Mellon University.
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My most recent accomplishments include receiving the Paul Taub Best Performance of a Newly Commissioned Work and Third Prize at the National Flute Association Young Artist Competition in Phoenix, AZ in August of 2023.
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I am perform and teach regularly in the Greater Pittsburgh area and am Principal Piccolo of Johnstown Symphony. I love teaching students of all ages, and passing along the things I've learned from my own flute mentors: Lorna McGhee, Christina Jennings, and Julie Johnson.
