Professional Violist in Colorado
Fluent in alto clef. Plays well with others.
If you need a classically trained OG violist to fill a seat, I'd love to hear from you! I'm available for orchestral subbing, pit, chamber music, weddings, and more along the Colorado Front Range.
Viola: the art of being essential without being obvious.
I studied viola performance under scholarship at the University of Northern Colorado with Dr. Juliet White-Smith, and I’m currently continuing my studies with Basil Vendryes, Principal Violist of the Colorado Symphony and Professor of Viola at the Lamont School of Music. I believe we should never stop learning!
My viola was handcrafted by Rock Eggan, a luthier in Denver, CO whose work deserves far more recognition. This is paired with a stunning and responsive Sebastian Dirr Gold Model Bow that offers warmth, resonance, and clarity in my playing.
Notes around town
Principal Violist - The Jefferson Symphony Orchestra
I’ve been Principal Violist of the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra since 2021. Recent performances have included a wide range of repertoire, from Strauss’s Till Eulenspiegel and Hindemith’s Horn Concerto to Saint-Saëns’ Organ Symphony and the Star Wars Suite by John Williams.
I also regularly perform chamber music with various groups.
Section Violist - Symphony of the Rockies
I am a member of the newly professional Symphony of the Rockies Orchestra (formerly the Arapahoe Philharmonic). As a section violist in this orchestra I am occasionally asked to step into the Assistant Principal seat as needed. Recent repertoire has included Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov, Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances, , and a special collaboration with film composer George T. Clinton.
Assistant Principal Violist & Executive Director - Lakewood Symphony
I am the Assistant Principal Violist with the Lakewood Symphony. In 2024, I stepped into the role of Executive Director. What started as a behind-the-scenes volunteer effort quickly grew into a deeper commitment to helping the orchestra thrive. Now I get to combine my love of music with my passion for organizing, connecting, and making things happen, on stage and off.
Colorado Orchestral & Gig Viola Sub - Front Range
I’m on the sub list for several orchestras and ensembles along the Front Range, and I love stepping in to fill a viola seat, whether it’s in a community orchestra, a professional symphony, a pit orchestra, or a chamber group.
As needed, I am also able to gig, coach, or sub on Violin.
Colorado Violin & Viola Teacher
I offer private lessons in my home studio in Ken Caryl, CO for violin and viola students of all ages. Lessons are offered at:
30 minutes: $40
60 minutes: $75
Additionally, I am a regular weekly and bi-weekly violin and viola coach at schools in the Jefferson and Littleton County School districts, including:
- Bear Creek High School
- Dunstan Middle School
- Heritage High School
I serve as a substitute orchestra teacher at St. Mary’s Academy and have coached for the Front Range Youth Symphony, Jefferson County All-County Orchestra, Littleton Public Schools Festival Orchestra, and the Littleton Youth Symphony among others.
You can learn more about lessons, and book your first one, by visiting my booking calendar website below!
Some call it teaching. I call it orchestrating potential.
Live String Music
I offer live solo or chamber string music for weddings, funerals, and events in Colorado and can perform a range of music from classical to pops.
Ensembles are also available, and comprised only of highly professional musicians that are my own beloved colleagues. Collectively, we have decades of experience and would love to make your event extra special.
Please inquire for more information!
Live String Music Rates
Solo Violin or Viola: $300 per hour
Duet: $600 per hour
Trio: $800 per hour
Quartet: $1000 per hour