Seton Hall Preparatory School

September 2019 - May 2020

Education

Montclair High School

September 2020 - PRESENT

Artistic Experience

  • 2011- PRESENT

    I have been studying with Karen Merchant, a private piano and vocal instructor for roughly 11 years. Our time together has consisted of intensive weekly piano instruction and annual recital performances. Over time, I have built an incredible relationship with Karen, and I have her to thank for my passion in music today.

  • 2018- PRESENT

    After many years of studying music, I was encouraged by family and friends to pick up vocal lessons to help expand my musical palette. My piano instructor also happens to be a professional voice coach.

    In 2018, I began vocal lessons with Karen Merchant each week, which also includes recital performances each summer.

  • 2016 - PRESENT

    School of Rock is an instrument-proficiency education facility located in Montclair, New Jersey.

    School of Rock sets up programs that involve weekly group practices, performances, and songwriting. I began to attend these programs in 2018 to learn more about music and to build relationships with other passionate musicians.

  • 2018 - PRESENT

    I have always been fascinated by digital music production and audio engineering. When I got my hands on my first computer in 2018, I instantly started to engage in online music creation with programs such as Logic Pro X, Pro Tools, and FL Studio 20.

Production equipment I use

  • FL Studio 20

  • Logic Pro X

  • Roland Cloud

  • Splice

  • MacBook Pro

  • AKAI MPK 249 Midi Controller

  • Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

  • Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV1 2-deck Serato DJ Controller

  • 2 KRK Rokit 5G4 Stereo Speakers

Hardware

Software

My favorite activities/hobbies:

  • All Things Music

  • Photography

  • Drawing/Illustration

  • Jigsaw Puzzles

  • Ping Pong

  • Skateboarding

  • Snowboarding

  • Tennis

Notable Volunteer Work

Toni’s Kitchen

2020 - PRESENT

Self-directed food preparation and donation to residents in need

Van Vleck House & Gardens

2019 - PRESENT

Plant sale volunteer and administrative assistant

Jazz House Kids

2019 - PRESENT

Festival Volunteer

Notable Positions & Accomplishments:

American Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR certification

2020 - PRESENT, Recertified in June 2022

National Honors Society

2022 - PRESENT

Montclair High School Service Awards

  • Second Year Bronze Pin

    (At least 20 hours of community service)

  • Third Year Silver Pin

    (At least 30 hours of community service)

Music Production Club

Elected Vice-President October 2021

Elected President October 2022