Teaching is the best part of the work that I do. I feel joy and gratitude every day for getting to inspire and have fun with my students.

I started my teaching journey in 2016 in Decorah, Iowa, and I work as a traveling teacher with Traveling Music Lessons in Denver, Colorado. I view my role as an educator not only as a means to impart musical knowledge but also as an opportunity to cultivate discipline, creativity, emotional expression, and patience in my students. I teach a wide range of ages and abilities, and I strive to have each student learn a balance of structured/traditional pieces and the music that inspires them (Taylor Swift, Harry Potter, AC/DC . . . you name it!). There is no greater joy than witnessing my students play at a recital, knowing that I have supported them throughout their learning journey and encouraged them to do their best!

I recently started an Etsy shop with affordable, kid-friendly worksheets and resources to help students with note naming, rhythms, practice motivation, and more! You will also find my compositions and beginner/intermediate arrangements in my Etsy shop.