Welcome
I am an educator, researcher, arts administrator, and performing artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
As early as I can recall, I’ve been drawn to teaching. Most recently, I’ve held teaching positions at Florida State University, the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, San Antonio College, and the University of Texas at Austin. I currently teach at the University of San Francisco and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music…
Teaching
My research investigates how music and performance functioned as a catalyst for social justice during prominent social movements…
Research
As part of my own artistic endeavors, I am committed to performing and programming works by historically excluded composers, and collaborating with other artists who are interested in the same…
Music
My partnerships with the National AIDS Memorial, San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, Living Jazz, and the Austin Chamber Music Center highlight cross-departmental leadership roles…
Arts LEADERSHIP
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Doctor of Musical Arts
Dissertation: “Music & Social Justice: Music as an Agent for Social Change During the AIDS Crisis”
Certificate in Cultural Arts Management and Entrepreneurship
2023
The University of Missouri at Kansas City
Master of Music
2019
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Music
2017