Ms. DD is a passionate and experienced music educator who has dedicated 40 years to teaching elementary school music, including private music lessons. She loves helping young people discover the joy of music and develop confidence through musical experiences.
Her extensive teaching background includes two years at an international school in Malaysia, as well as teaching early childhood music group classes in Sonoma County. She holds a Master’s level in ORFF Schulwerk, a hands-on approach to music education that encourages children to learn through experience, movement, play, creativity, and exploration.
Ms. DD is also an active musician and vocalist. She currently sings with the California Redwood Choral and plays with the Sonoma State University (SSU) Community Concert Band. Previously, she performed with the SSU Symphonic Band and sang with the SSU Concert Choir.
With decades of experience as both a teacher and performer, Ms. DD brings warmth, creativity, and a love of music to every lesson. She believes that music should be an enjoyable, active experience and takes great joy in helping each student grow as a musician.