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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Community School of the Arts

In July of 2026, I became the Executive Director of Community School of the Arts following the retirement of Jennifer Willard, who served in the position since CSA's inception in 1992. Community School of the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that exists to foster equity and access by providing full scholarships for after school arts programs, including private music instruction and visual arts classes. CSA provides professional instruction from experienced arts educators in a beautiful space, thanks to the generous support of Church Street United Methodist Church who share their space with th e

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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 on various combinations of cello, bass, and vocals most regularly 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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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 access to arts education. I also offer private instruction to adult and youth students in my home studio.

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Additional Experience

• Currently serves as a project consultant for the "Music and Meaning" concert series in Berea, Kentucky, which brings free concerts and interactive programs to public spaces with an emphasis on multi-generational interaction

• Co-hosts the Pinecrest House Concert Series

• Currently serves of the Board of Directors for Jubilee Community Arts (The Laurel Theater)

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

• Mutual aid advocate and organizer in Knoxville, with focus on coordinating supply collection/distribution immediately following eco disasters

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

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

• Has given music therapy presentations at the University of Kentucky, UT Medical Center, University of Tennessee, John T. O'Connor Center, Tennessee Tech University,  Lexington Public Library, SER-AMTA Music Therapy Conference

• Booked music for Kentucky Native Cafe.

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

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Recognition

Named "40 Under 40" by Knox News.

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