Kristen is a classically-trained French Hornist and recent Los Angeles to New York City transplant. In addition to a decade-long career as the French Horn soloist in Blast!, a Tony and Emmy award-winning theatrical production, Kristen has toured as a pit-musician for shows like the national tour of 42nd Street, performed in theme park shows at Disneyland, and recorded for film, musical artists, and other digital media in Los Angeles. Kristen holds a Bachelor of Music in French Horn performance from the University of Southern California and a Master of Fine Arts in brass performance from California Institute of the Arts.

 

Kristen has been teaching privately and through schools and organizations for over 15 years. Rates are competitive and vary by subject area. Please contact to inquire about setting up group or private lessons, or another specialized course of study.

LESSONS & COACHINGS AVAILABLE

French Horn Lessons

Mellophone Lessons

Beginning Trumpet Lessons

Beginning Piano Lessons

Visual Performance, Movement & Acting Coaching for Musicians

SPECIALTIES

Beginning through Professional Brass Technique

Adult Beginners

Performance Anxiety

Acting Coaching

Stage Presence

Recital Design Production

Movement & Choreography

Marching Band & DCI Auditions