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Memory Grove Music
Hi, I'm Sam!
Throughout my entire life, I've been mentored and cheered on by my private teachers. I founded Memory Grove Music to cultivate the next generation of artistry in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Having a trusting, fun, and dynamic learning relationship with my students is my mission. No matter your age, skill, or background, you belong here.
Come make memories!
My Musical Pedigree
While earning my Master's degree at the University of Utah, I led Undergraduate Voice Lessons as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. This gave me the opportunity to work with some truly remarkable students.
A few of my most influential professors from this period were Dr. Seth Keeton, Dr. Elizabeth Craft, Professor Julie Wright-Costa, Kirstin Chàvez, and Jim Bobick.
Master of Music in Vocal Performance & Pedagogy
M.M. 2025
University of Utah
Salt Lake City
Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance
After deciding to pursue music as a career, I earned my Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance in 2022.
Some of my most important musical mentors guided me through this period, among them Nicolas Giusti, Dr. Reed Criddle, Dr. Melissa Heath, and Dr. Ryan Nielsen.
B.M. 2022
Utah Valley University
Orem
Undergraduate, School of Music, Theatre & Dance
My freshman year in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance was a transformative period of my musical journey.
In addition to my Choral Music Ed. curriculum, I was a soloist with the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club, played trombone in the Marching Band, and played leading roles in both established and experimental contemporary musical theatre productions.
2013-2014
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor
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