Get to know me

Tell us about some of the cultural experiences you had growing up. (Dance, Singing etc.)

As a child I began doing musicals and plays for the community theater called Act, this got me to experience many different forms of song and dance, as well asfinding my interest in singing.

Do you come from an “artys” family?

Although I may be interested in the fine arts, my family was more focused on sports, besides my family enjoying the occasional musical from time to time.

What is your earliest memory performing?

The first performance I remember myself being in would be back in my late elementary years. The play was 12 Angry Elves, where I played Santa Clause.

What do you most enjoy about performing?

I love the bonds you create and just going out and enjoying all the hard work you and your new friends put to achieve the outcome.

What instruments do you play and what is the most challenging part about playing an

instrument?

I play flute, oboe, bassoon, piano and I also sing. I would say I’m a double reed player and vocalists, but I play flute, oboe, bassoon, piano and I sing tenor and recently countertenor. With that being said, the hardest part about knowing all these instruments would be the techniques that can be used and knowing which ones work for what instruments as some can overlap.

You’re stranded on a deserted island. What 3 things do you bring and why?

I would want to have my color guard flag so I have something to do when bored, a tent to

have shelter, and probably tea so when I end up singing too much I have something to

drink to help.

What activities/groups/ensembles are you currently involved with?

I am in the ICCC concert and jazz bands, as well as ICCC concert choir, vocal jazz, popvoices, encore, and triton eight.

What do you want to do after Iowa Central Community College?

I am hoping to transfer to some university to continue my education so I can end up with my BA in Music/Music Education and maybe continue to get a higher degree later on.

Who are some of your role models? Why?

I’ve always looked up to my high school Band and Choir directors at Vinton-Shellsburg High School. They both helped me advance my techniques in singing and playing abilities, and they were always there to support me when I was trying something new.

Tell us one word that you would use to describe yourself.

I would use the word “character” to describe myself as I’ve been called character

before as there is no one like me. I am my own character.