A series of unpredicted events has led me to the life I live today. After a wonderful year of teaching at Montgomery High School , I found myself looking for another job. The last day they were accepting applications, I sent my resume to Delran High School . A few interviews later, I found out I got the job. I teach vocal music, including music theory, songwriting, American musical theater, and concert choir, as well as conducting Bel Canto and music directing the spring musical. I love my students and fellow teachers.
I graduated from Westminster Choir College in 2004 with a degree in music education, but I have not stopped performing. I perform in about 3 operas every year: mostly chorus work, but some solo stuff as well. It is on stage where I feel most comfortable and most alive. Who knows if I will go back to school to get my Masters in vocal performance or audition for the Met Chorus .
I have plenty of other activities that keep me busy. I'm a NJ State Problem Captain for Odyssey of the Mind . I coach field hockey at Ewing High School and Delran High School as well as Intercollegiate Field Hockey Camps at TCNJ in the summer. I sing in my church choir and I'm an adult leader for the youth group, CRASH.
Let's see, some other interesting bits of information...I put balsamic vinegar on pretty much everything. I've been known to go on "Nun Runs." I actually own 2 pairs of red shoes. I can quote the ending scene of "The Neverending Story" where the Childlike Empress is trying to get Bastian to name her in order to save Fantasia. (Yes, he really does name her "Moonchild" - after his mother.) I love being able to apply stupid facts to real-life situations. I was a clarinet major before I switched to voice. I can pretty much play any musical instrument, especially if you give me a fingering chart. Want to know more? Just ask.
Here's the link to download the MP3 of "Title of the Song"
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