EVENTS:

Private Coaching Sessions for high school ensembles, preparing for WMEA State Ensemble Festival. Karen coaches and prepares for competition, anything from small group division through the 16- piece ensembles. strings, woodwinds, piano welcome.

Held at Karen’s home studio in north Seattle. Have your group representative contact Karen to arrange a slot. karen1957@comcast.net

March /April :

  • Sun.March 29th: 2-3:30; 4-5:30, 7-8:30pm

  • Mon March 30: 7-8:30pm

  • Tues March 31: 7-8:30 pm

  • Thurs April 2: 7-8:30pm

  • Sat. April 4: 2-3:30; 4-5:30

  • Sat.April 11: 3-6pm

  • Sat.April 18th: 3-6pm

    Please contact Karen to see what is still available!

    SUMMMER CAMPS

  • June 22-26, 2026 One-week Chamber Music Camp (strings, age 15- through college) Monday- Friday 10am-2pm

  • August 5-7 2026 Choro Day Camp- Brazilian Popular Music (all instruments) Wednesday- Friday 10am-2pm

  • August 10-14 2026 Hot Club Jazz workshops (strings, guitar, woodwinds) Monday- Friday 10am-2pm

College advising

I get to know each student personally. It’s all about keeping the student motivated and moving forward. I keep parents apprised and help them with their side of the process. Together, we will find great solutions and outcomes.

Music Teaching and Classes- Karen teaches international styles and improvisation. She also does audition preparation and stage-fright management.

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