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Degree Information

  • Bachelor of Music Education, SUNY Fredonia, 2010
  • Master of Professional Studies- Multicultural & Humanistic Studies, SUNY New Paltz, 2021

Courses Taught

College/Community Band

Primary area of expertise:

  • Music Education
  • Administration and Performance in many settings – Public School, Collegiate, and Young Professional ensemble organization and implementation
  • Individual Intensive Study
  • Honor Band Director

Honors and Awards: 

  • Orchestra Manager – Woodstock Playhouse (2015-present)
  • Guest Conductor/Clinician, 2024 Greene County All-County Elementary Band
  • Participant, Ithaca College Wind Conducting Symposium
  • Participant, Fredonia School of Music Wind Conducting Symposium

Volunteer Work or Group Affiliations:

  • New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA)
  • New York State Band Director’s Association (NYSBDA)
  • Ulster County Music Educators’ Association (UCMEA)
  • Dutchess County Music Educator’s Association (DCMEA)
  • College Band Directors’ Association (CBDNA)