With over a decade of training and performance experience, as well as two performance degrees, Kristen is thrilled to bring her passion, dedication and expertise to her students. Kristen began studying piano at 5 years old and singing at 9 years old and has continued to nurture her passion throughout her entire life. She received a Bachelors degree from Western Washington University in Vocal Performance and a Masters degree from University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Vocal Performance. She was trained opera technique throughout school, but is equally at home in Musical Theater and Operetta. Some favorite roles include Phoebe in A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and Papagena in The Magic Flute. She was recently cast as Marian in The Music Man and Maria in The Sound of Music but performances were canceled due to COVID-19. Kristen loves to share her excitement and enthusiasm with her students! She has 9 years of private instruction experience and has worked with over 200 students privately in voice and piano.