Welcome!

I teach clarinet and bass clarinet lessons from beginner to intermediate, 5th grade to adult in the Crystal Lake, Illinois area.  I have a Bachelor of Music in theory and composition from Ohio State University (1997) and a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2005).  I work as a librarian for a public library.

I also play piano and will do some accompanying.

I have recently added some sheet music to NewMusicShelf.com, including clarinet arrangements of Bach's music.

I am active in the following local music groups:

• Crystal Lake Community Band (bass clarinet)
• Woodstock City Band (bass clarinet)
• The Perfect Fifth Woodwind Quintet (Bb clarinet)
• Clarinet Quartet (Bb and bass clarinet)
• Knock on Wood Clarinet Choir (clarinets of various size)

My rate is $20 for a 30-minute lesson; $30 for a full hour.  I typically give weekly lessons, but can work with other schedules.  Please feel free to contact me.