I grew up listening to Mozart, Brahms, and Harry James records that my mother would play. My grandfather provided musical instruments and lessons for all 17 of his grandchildren. I majored in music while attending high school, playing trumpet in the band and orchestra and singing tenor-baritone in the men's chorus. I remember getting my first stereo hi-fi record player in 1964 and one stereo record. My friends would come over after school and we would listen to that stereo hi-fi record over and over. 57 years later I still enjoy sharing music experiences.

I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University with a major in Instrumental Music and Vocal Music and a minor in American History. I earned my Master's degree in Music Technology from Indiana University in 2004. I have retired from teaching band and choir for grades 6 to 12 in public schools.
I currently teach music appreciation at a local community college.
I play in community bands and church praise bands when I have the opportunity.
Being a trumpet, cornet, and flugelhorn player I listen to a lot of British Brass Bands. I am looking forward to the brass band festivals and competitions starting up.

I use several DAWs: Acid Pro 10, FL Studio, as well as Sound Forge, and Camtasia Studio. I also use a Zoom R24 as a stand-alone recorder and as an interface to my DAWs.

I have always enjoyed sharing music, musical knowledge and skills with others of all ages.