Subsequently, I attended the University of Utah where I earned my bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance. I was able to participate in numerous operas including Dido and Aeneas, Don Giovanni, The Gondoliers and the Utah premier of Kurt Weill's Street Scene.

During my time at "the U" I also met Andrew Parker. We got married in the summer of 2002 and we've been happily married since.

I  discovered my passion for teaching music while going to school and chose to continue my education. I entered the Music Education program at the University of Southern California in June of 2007. 

I learned many things while I was in California. First, my husband stayed back in Utah and it was hard being away from him. I also learned a different culture that is different than living in Utah. I learned how to reach out to children who are less fortunate and teach them a love for music. It is amazing to me to see how music affects the people I work with.

Andrew and I own a house in Riverton, UT where we are raising our one son, Colin who likes to get into everything and is already showing an interest in music. We also, have a dog named Roxie who wants all the attention.

My hobbies are going to the movies, going out to eat and trying new food, cooking at home with Andrew, sleeping, reading a good book, especially the "Twilight" series, going to New York once a year to catch the new broadway shows and watching our favorite TV shows like The Office and Numb3rs.