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I had the privilege of growing up in close proximity to many service members, military families, and veterans. It was commonplace to have friends in my classes who moved schools every few years for new assignments. I come from a family with strong connections to multiple branches of the military and have a deep gratitude for the daily sacrifices made by so many families. I’ve had the opportunity to teach students that remind me of my former classmates. I’ve also had the honor

Music has a special way of explaining events. The who, what, when, where, and why become much more tangible through the lens of music....

Sometimes, an instrument chooses us. The connection isn’t always logical—it could be the sound, the look, or even just where we get to...

I approach this topic with great care and hesitation. After much deliberation, I felt that it was of the utmost importance to deviate...