Behind the Music
I started playing the harp when I was five years old, and I’ve been in love with it ever since. Growing up, I trained in both the Suzuki and French styles, which gave me a mix of musical discipline and expressive freedom that I still carry into my playing today.
As a kid and teenager, I lived for performing. I competed in the BYU Harp Festival every year growing up, soloed in a couple of concerto competitions in high school, and spent all four years playing with the Utah All-State Orchestra. Those experiences taught me the joy of working with other musicians and the rush of being part of something bigger than myself.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Music from the University of Utah, where I pretty much played in every ensemble that would have me. I performed with and helped run the Crimson Harp Ensemble, played with the Wind Ensemble and the New Music Ensemble, and served as harpist for the Utah Philharmonic Orchestra — even getting to solo with them. I’ve played in the pit for shows like Sweeney Todd, in ballets like Carmen, and with groups like Hale Center Theatre and other orchestras across Utah Valley.
Right now, I’m working on my Master’s degree, teaching students in my home studio, and playing weddings and events of all kinds. I love tailoring my music to fit each moment, whether it’s a romantic walk down the aisle, an intimate holiday gathering, or a trending TikTok sound that gets people smiling.
The best part about music, for me, is how it connects people.
