About

With current events, it is more important to me than ever to provide music education for my community. We all need an outlet for creativity, relaxation, social interaction, mental stimulation, and so many other human experiences during this time.

I am a musician with a passion for learning and teaching. I have played music with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, ages, and skill levels, both in an educational and a therapeutic setting. I have experience and training in adapting my teaching approach for people who have challenges learning and succeeding in music. I have now been teaching music for almost fifteen years! 

I believe that the best progress in the study of music comes from integrating multiple aspects of music, from technique to theory to personal expression. I tailor my teaching style for each student, as the learning process is different for each individual, and aim to help students achieve success and enjoyment. I am committed to providing a fun, comfortable environment for people of all backgrounds to learn and improve their musical skills.

I grew up in Davis and participated in the Davis school string program for nine years. Starting on the violin, I chose the viola as my primary instrument in junior high and have served as principal violist in multiple orchestras. I graduated with a degree in music (and a minor in Japanese) from UC Davis. I enjoy all genres of music, and have played in many ensembles, from symphony orchestras to drum circles.

Since the pandemic, my life has changed quite a bit! I now work full time at UC Davis as the Master’s Program Coordinator for Statistics and Biostatistics. I enjoy helping UCD students progress towards their degree, and still find time to teach in the evenings.