Kristin began her musical journey with some incredible teachers:

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Sharon Hintz • piano

Marcia Wisner • elementary music

Tina Glander • middle school choir

Jason Gillette • high school band

Mark Davis • jazz piano/theory

These teachers brought their authentic selves to their music-making, inviting Kristin to do the same.
Their classrooms were safe spaces for learning and simply being present.

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Kristin’s music teachers gave her a priceless gift: a connection to music that has given her a sense of belonging for her entire life. It is Kristin’s primary aim as a music educator to share that same gift with each of her students.