bi•og•ra•phy
Pronunciation: (bi-og'ru-fe, be-)
—n.,
—pl. -phies.
1. a written account of another person's life: the biography of Byron by Marchand.
2. an account in biographical form of an organization, society, theater, animal, etc.
3. such writings collectively.
4. the writing of biography as an occupation or field of endeavor.
Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.
Maybe a better question is whether the music produced by an artist directly reflects the sum of their experiences, education and desires?
So, here are some facts:
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Formal lessons in piano from the age of 4
Six summers at the Interlochen Center for the Arts
Eight years of recitals and competitions with the National Federation of Music Clubs in Cleveland
Eight years of organized bands and orchestras, including solo and ensemble contests
Scholarship winner at a regional jazz competition
Valedictorian at the United States Armed Forces School of Music
Concert pianist with the U.S. Navy Band
Director of Music and organist for two churches in the Chicago area
Creative Director and Founder of an ongoing community theatre group
Project studio owner for more than 15 years
Performed with Phil Woods,