Educator & Mentor
Private Lessons • Artist Coaching
Apprenticeships • Guest Teaching
Music Educator since 2001. Master of Music (UNCG).
Lesson Offered: Piano, Flute (Acoustic & Electric), Voice
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Folk, Ambient, World
Theory • Ear Training • Performance • Composition • Improvisation • Recording
Kids or Adults (ages 4 & up).
📍 In-person (Charlotte, NC) & Online lessons available.
Whether you’re beginning your music journey or refining your artistry, I offer personalized learning opportunities grounded in creativity, musical excellence, and whole-person growth.
My purpose is not just to create art,
but to also create as much space for other artists as possible.
Piano
Play, Sing, & Create
with intention, heart, & lifelong impact.
Lessons are custom for every level, ages 4 & up. We focus on technique, practical theory, performance, creativity, expression, & developing your voice. Whether you want to prepare for a recital or competition, incorporate singing, explore composing & improvising, or dive deeper into your practice, I’ll guide your path with patience & motivation to explore on this incredible journey of a lifetime!
On piano, you can perform on your own, in a band or ensemble, or lead whole groups of singers/musicians.
Once you can play the basics & understand some theory, it makes it easier to sing or play additional instruments!
Flute | Electric Flute
The coolest of portable instruments. IMO
You can put a flute in a backpack, play in the wilderness without any electricity, play in an orchestra, with a band, or connect it to a world of electronics.
My flute students perform with the Charlotte Youth Symphony, their school/university bands & ensembles, or the Charlotte Flute Choir.
Ancient & transportive - one of the earliest musical instruments to ever exist!
It fits in any scenario from melodie to flurries of textures and color, and it's more rare in real life scenarios than other more common instruments. I bring mine everywhere & I always tell students - you never know when you're going to need a flute!
Performance &
Artist Coaching
Develop Your Art of Live Performance
For artists looking to refine their sound, creative process, stage presence, artistic identity, & impact.
Gain confidence, sharpen your craft, and learn how to rehearse, perform, and lead with clarity and purpose.
Perfect for:
Emerging performers.
Students preparing for auditions & competitions.
Musicians, Singers, Composers, & Solo Artists.
Musical Groups / Bands.
Apprenticeships
Step behind the scenes and
gain real-world experience.
Apprentices shadow my process and contribute to real projects, gaining insight into the creative and production sides of performance.
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Show production & live events
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Composition for live performance
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Artistic direction & logistics
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Conducting and rehearsal leadership
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Audio/video production
Custom tracks tailored for students, interns, or peope looking for mentorship with either Charlotte New Music or Neon Rose Productions.
Clinician • Speaker
Guest Artist
Available for masterclasses, guest performances, workshops, and talks at:
Colleges & Universities
Festivals & Music Camps
High Schools & Youth Programs
Conferences & Arts Institutions
Topics Include:
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Contemporary Composition
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Music Career Development
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Improvisation and Live Performance
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Building Inclusive Music Communities
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Women in Music
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Arts Leadership
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Producing Immersive Art Experiences
My Purpose
During the pandemic, I witnessed how intentional art could change lives, provoke thought, birth new perspectives, & hold much-needed space for connection & community. It hit me - my purpose was to create as much of this art as possible. This is what world needs most. This also means inspiring youth, developing & guiding new talent, creating space for other artists, & supporting current artists to do the same. That's how we multiply the ripple to go as far & wide, as fast as possible, for as long as possible. That's how we make people feel, think, and connect. It's up to us. Everyone's path is unique and equally important, and I learn from my students & colleagues as much as they learn from me. It has been my honor of a lifetime to serve as a guide to so many on their musical journeys!