Looking for Private Lessons in Voice, Piano, Guitar, or Songwriting?
Based in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Annie has over a decade of experience teaching students of all ages. During her time in Nashville, she taught private music lessons in her home studio, virtually via Zoom, in classrooms, and even in the back of a dive bar (guitar lessons for adults, of course)! She also managed the Words & Music Program at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, where she led songwriting programs for thousands of students each school year.
Annie is also a classically trained vocalist and performs for weddings, private events, church services, and in various ensembles. She's a background and studio demo vocalist with experience arranging vocals and music directing, and has 8 years experience as a Professional Christmas Caroler!
Please get in touch to inquire about working with Annie for private lessons or events.
Music Lesson Testimonials
“My 4 year old daughter has been taking piano lessons from Annie for around 2-3 months and she LOVES it! Mrs Annie is so kind and patient with her, she is progressively getting better and more interested with each lesson. I would recommend Annie to anyone who is looking for music or voice lessons! We love her. ” - Jaclyn H.
“Annie is very good at bringing your voice to where you want it, realistically. I was able to work with her for 5 weeks and develop an audition song. I have no experience in singing, and don't have the best voice, but she helped me pick the best piece for me, and then worked with me and helped me perfect the piece by the end of the 5 weeks. She said very open to ideas, and easy to talk to. I looked forward to our meetings every week. A great, reliable, and very well-priced teacher.” - Andrew S.
“Annie has been great so far in teaching my daughter guitar. She is very patient and laid back, which is what my child needs!” - Libby D.
“Annie does a great job with my elementary age kids. Great approach with kids - they look forward to lessons every week.” - Anne S.
“Annie is an amazing educator, performer, and student of music! I highly recommend her for any of your music ventures. She’s down to earth, always puts me at ease, and is an all-around joy to work with. A million thumbs up for Annie!” - Kat G.
Wedding & Event Testimonials
“Annie sang during the ceremony of our wedding while we were lighting our unity candle! Annie did a wonderful job singing, "How Great Thou Art". She has a perfect voice and it still brings me to tears when we watch our wedding video! I was having a hard time choosing songs during our planning process, not only did Annie send over a list of songs I may enjoy, she sent youtube links so I could listen to the song without needing to search myself! If you are looking for someone to sing at your wedding, do not pass Annie up! WE LOVED HER!” - Michelle L.
“She sang at my wedding so beautifully. Came in on time, has a positive attitude, she drove all the way from Nashville, love her! Her voice is awesome and very soulful.” - Nyesha V.
“Annie was beyond amazing playing a part in my Nashville proposal. She was great from helping me with ideas at the start to going to my hotel to pick up a camera just a couple hours before so we could record the moment and everything in between. She has a fantastic voice that helped set the scene for my proposal. She's super nice, friendly, professional and has a wonderful voice, and was more than I could have asked for!!! The best!!” - LT S.
“We loved Annie. She was so flexible with our ever-changing plans and her music is beautiful. All the guests from our wedding said she was amazing.” - Amber F.