Performance Experience

I typically sit assistant when performing with the orchestra. I've performed a wide variety of repertoire with the group since 2017.

I typically sit assistant when performing with the orchestra. I've performed a wide variety of repertoire with the group since 2017.

Since 2016, I occasionally perform solos with the band. For all other pieces I am a member of the percussion section or guest directing.

Since 2016, I play clarinet for the Macomb band alongside many Western Illinois University faculty and community members.

Ever since 2016, I perform reed books for various pit orchestras, including performances of Rhythm City, Oliver, Mame, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and more.

I play for a variety of chamber ensembles in the community for special events and concerts. 

 I performed multiple times in the WIU Opera Pit, performing Hansel and Gretel, Le Nozze di Figaro, The Old Maid and the Thief, and The Devil and Daniel Webster. I directed the opera pit for the 2023 opera The Cask of Amontillado. 

 I performed as a cymbal player for three years in the WIU Marching Leathernecks drum line, serving as its section leader. I also played clarinet for one year in the ensemble.

 I performed as principal clarinet in a variety of Chamber Winds concerts. The ensemble is comprised of the top players from the Wind Ensemble. 

 I have performed on percussion as a substitute for Western's Concert Band. 

In 2018, I sang with Western's Concert Choir, where I also sang in the Masterworks Concert with the orchestra. 

 In 2017, I sang in the Geneseo Community Choir as a soprano. 

I performed with Festival 56 in 2022 and the Quad Cities Music Guild in 2018.

I performed as a soloist for various First United Methodist services in Geneseo and have performed as a guest at other churches as well from 2012-2020.

I performed with First United Methodist Church's bell choir from 2015-2016.

I was in Honors Band all four years of High School. The final two years I sat first chair.

 I performed on alto saxophone during my senior year at Geneseo High School.  

 I auditioned for the QCYSO my senior year of high school and was placed second chair. 

In 2014, I travelled throughout Europe with the Illinois Ambassadors of Music, sitting principal clarinet for our variety of performances.

I was eligible for All-State all four years, but due to age restrictions, I was only able to go my Junior and Senior year. I made the Honors Band both years.

I sat first chair my Freshman year and remained at the top of the ensemble all four years. I also participated in the junior band in 7th and 8th grade.

 I took piano and vocal lessons my senior year of high school and then performed on my teacher's studio recital at the end of the year.

During High School, I played clarinet in the Maple City Band. I now play percussion.