Educational Background

• Bachelor of Arts (Music): University of Tennessee

• Bachelor's Equivalency Degree: University of Kentucky

• Master's in Music (Music Therapy): University of Kentucky

• 1200-Hour Clinical Internship with UK Healthcare.

• Graduate research explored need for increased education around LGBTQ+ topics in music therapy programs

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Music Therapy Practice

My current music therapy practice supports individuals living with Parkinson's Disease, dementia, and individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders. Some of the organizations I partner with currently include CADES, Hope in the Hills, The Gateway, Morning Pointe, the Cole Center for Parkinson's and Movement Disorders, and a residential treatment program. Previously, I provided contracted music therapy services for students in special education in Fayette County public schools.

 

Performing Experience

I perform most frequently on various combinations of cello, bass, and vocals with RB Morris, the Lonetones, Senora May, Jon Whitlock and Warren Byrom. I've also performed live or recorded with Tyler Childers, Lucette, William Tyler, Peter Gregson, and Trampled by Turtles among others. I also write songs and release my original music under Second Rodeo.

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Big Ears Festival

I currently serve as Community Outreach Coordinator for the Big Ears Festival, planning and facilitating community projects that connect world-renowned artists with people of all ages and economic backgrounds in the the Knoxville area. 

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Music Instruction

For the past 15 years, I have been providing individualized, private music instruction to students of all ages. For years, I served as the cello instructor in Knoxville for Community School of the Arts, and in Lexington for Central Music Academy. Both programs provide private instruction to students with financial need to increase accessibility to arts education. I also provide private lessons to adult and youth students in my home studio.

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Additional Experience

• Co-hosts the Pinecrest House Concert Series

• Produced and hosted "Pass the Mic: Creating a Stage for Change" podcast for the Tennessee Theatre (Spotify, Apple, Other).

• Currently serves on advisory board for Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM, Knoxville Chapter)

• Led "Music and Wellness" experiences at Mountain Grrrl Experience, Healing Appalachia, Holler Girl Festival, and children's activities at Camp Mariposa Kentucky.

• Booked music for Kentucky Native Cafe.

• Co-created "Pet Jingles" with Robby Cosenza during COVID-19 pandemic.

• Mutual aid advocate and organizer in Knoxville

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Recognition

Named "40 Under 40" by Knox News.

Recipient of Rita C. Lam Award (University of Kentucky)