Music Director for Sketch and Improv Comedy
I have worked for The Second City Touring Company, Second City Detroit, Second City at Sea onboard the Norwegian Spirit and The Second City Training Center and I am a graduate of the Second City Training Center's writing program.
I have worked with several sketch and/or improv groups in Chicago including Baby Wants Candy, The Cupid Players and Grandma June’s Sewing Circle and had original sketches and music performed in the original review “Mommy Dearest” at ComedySportz.
Some skills include:
- Musical Improv
- Underscoring during sketch and improv scenes
- Creating sound cues
- Working with sketch groups on lyrics and composing the music
Pianist/Vocalist
I currently work as a dueling piano player for Howl at the Moon, but I have also performed as a soloist and as part of an ensemble and in a variety of styles from classical to rock and roll in several venues throughout Chicagoland and at sea including:
- Performing on board the Norwegian Spirit as a solo classical pianist and vocalist
- Playing for the Midwest Political Science Association's Annual Conference at
the Palmer House Hilton
- Playing for the Pub Night Fundraiser for St. Paul's Church
- Playing keys, singing back-up and writing vocal harmonies with the band Molehill at such venues as Double Door, Abbey Pub and Cubby Bear
Accompanist/Pre-Recorded Music/Composer
I am available as an accompanist for either live performances or recording a demo of a song a vocalist is working on.
Have lyrics, but no music? I can work with you on your lyrics and set music to them. Need music transcribed? I can also transcribe music for you.
Actress
Some of my acting credits include Diane in The Dorm Room as well as Voice Over Talent for a digital comic book produced by Eagle One Media. Representation for print/acting is Shirley Hamilton, Inc. 312.787.4700.
Please contact me for a complete list of performance credits
