​I have been actively involved with music since I was five years old. I play various instruments, including, but not limited to, piano, cello, and drum set. At age 13 I began to teach private piano lessons after taking piano pedagogy classes. I continue to teach lessons to this day and have expanded my private lessons studio to cello, drums, and voice. Amongst my students are exceptional learners, whom I have taken the time to encourage and inspire despite their daily challenges. I now attend Ball State University, majoring in Music Education. I hope to use this degree to inspire the next generation of musicians. Outside of school, I am the Youth Music Director at my church, Calvary Tabernacle. I also work as a Direct Care Provider, giving respite care to a young lady with autism. Every day I work to push the next generation to go beyond the expectations set by their environment. I want them to grow and to become empowered, so that they may also inspire the next generation.