Music has always been more than just a career for me; it has been my lifeline. Growing up, the piano was my sanctuary—a place where I could process stress and find a sense of peace when the world felt overwhelming. This deep personal connection to music was nurtured by my mother, who raised me with the vision of becoming a music teacher. When she passed away in December 2020, at a time when the world was already struggling through the height of the pandemic, my mission as an educator took on a profound new meaning.
Teaching music during COVID-19 was one of the greatest challenges of my professional life. However, it also taught me never to take for granted the simple, beautiful act of making music together in a room. Children need that shared connection.
Despite the daily hurdles—including the struggle to ensure music is recognized as a core, essential subject alongside every other classroom—I remain a dedicated advocate for my students. It is my mission to provide them with the high-quality music education they deserve, ensuring they have the same tools to cope, create, and connect that music has always provided for me.
