She started piano lessons while in 3rd grade and began accompanying for school and church activities while in Jr. High School. She holds a degree in chemistry and biology from Tabor College where she also studied piano and organ, and worked as an accompanist. While in medical school she performed for the University of Kansas "Art in Medicine" concert and served as church organist and pianist. She continues to perform for community events and serve as church pianist and organist. She has performed with "The Pride of the Prairie Orchestra" and was named the Kansas Federated Music Club Musician of 2018.