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About me and my family!

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My Family

In 1980 I married Coreen Smith, from Fremont California who I met while attending college. She also plays the piano (even though she doesn't admit it!). She is currently a second grade teacher at Sulphur Springs School in Canyon Country.

I have 3 children. (All 3, of course took lessons from me and so far Raelene is the only one really continuing!)

William, age 25, is married to Michelle Phipps from Angleton, Texas. They are currently living here in Santa Clarita, working and taking a break from school. (FYI...William is available for any tutoring in math or science.)

Raelene, age 24, is married to Jared Teerlink of Utah. They are currently living in Ogden,Utah where they are both working and going to school. Raelene is pregant with my first grandchild and is due in May!

Christine is in to the 8th grade this year. Last summer she continued being on one of the city swim teams which she really enjoyed. She is also playing the trumpet in the school band and making much progress!


Resume'
  • Private Piano lessons 1964 - 1976
  • BA Music - Brigham Young University 1986
  • Certified - American Institute of Piano Technology 1995
  • Member - Piano Technicians Guild of America since 1994

I began taking lessons on the piano at the age of 6 years. It did not take long to realize that i truly had a love for the piano. My parents never had to tell me to practice. In fact they had to tell me to stop and do other things! I also began playing the trumpet in the 5th grade and continued both the piano and the trumpet through the 12th grade. I received my Bachelors degree in Music at Brigham Young University in 1986. I went on to receive a certificate of completion at the American Institute of Piano Technology in 1995. I have since been tuning and repairing pianos, repairing pianos and teaching lessons. The piano has been my hobby, my career and my love. It is my goal to share this love and pass it on to my students.

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William and Michelle

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Jared and Raelene

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Christine