A Master of Music Education and veteran symphonic performer with over 40 years of professional teaching and principal orchestral experience.
Kay is a distinguished educator and brass specialist based in Janesville, Wisconsin. She holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Milton College and received her Master of Music Education from the prestigious Vander Cook College of Music in Chicago, IL. Her elite academic background is matched by a prolific career in both public education and professional performance.
A veteran of the industry, Kay taught instrumental music in public schools for 41 years, shaping the lives of thousands of young musicians. Her performance career is equally storied; she served as the Principal Trumpet with the Beloit/Janesville Symphony for over 40 years. Currently, she continues to share her expertise as the Instructor of Trumpet at a local college and remains a sought-after freelance trumpeter and member of a prominent big band based in Madison, WI.
Kay offers master-level instruction in Trumpet and various Brass and Woodwind instruments. Her teaching styles are vast, ranging from Classical to Contemporary and Improvisation. Known for her laid-back and encouraging personality, Kay provides a professional yet comfortable environment where students of all ages can master technical proficiency and artistic expression.
Kay teaches from a professional environment in Janesville and offers high-definition online instruction. She is also available for in-home lessons throughout the Janesville area. She focuses on building a rock-solid technical foundation while ensuring that every student discovers the joy and creativity of making music.
We know that inviting an instructor into your life requires trust. That's why every instructor at Melody Music Studios, including Kay, goes through the strictest vetting process in the industry.