My Background

I started my journey in music at age 7, when I sang a Disney song in my school's talent show! Soon after, I began piano lessons and music has been the most important part of my life ever since. I sang in jazz choir, participated in singing competitions, took lessons in classical and popular piano and played the flute in band throughout high school. As a Music Education major at Western Washington University, I relished the opportunity to learn all kinds of instruments, perfect my teaching practice, and participate in life-changing performances as a soloist, pianist and choral singer. I feel the blessing and responsibility of passing along what I've learned from incredible music teachers who changed my life!

I began my career teaching music in Quito, Ecuador, where I directed an a cappella choir, volunteered in local music programs and orphanages, and won a song-writing contest. This experience allowed me to immerse myself in Ecuadorian music and gain a deep appreciation for music of other cultures. I was also able to teach and accompany advanced students at a local university.

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Since moving back to the Pacific Northwest, I've enjoyed crafting music lessons to fit diverse learners in public schools and a bilingual preschool. I'm most inspired when I get to teach students with unique needs, including Autism, Down syndrome, and English language learners. I'm confident that every student can learn and enjoy music and I get excited about creating lessons that fit each one!

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