In her hometown of Akron, Ohio, Anne was born into a musical family of teachers, composers and performers. She studied piano and violin at the Cleveland Institute, her talent and dedication eventually leading her to Carnegie Hall with the Akron Youth Symphony. Anne’s musical path brought her to the prestigious Manhattan School of Music in New York City, where she received her Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance.
After this, she continued her studies, earning a post-baccalaureate certificate in Music Education from West Chester University. While living in Philadelphia, Anne worked as a music teacher and office administrator at a local music school for five years and was a member of The Brandywine Singers, Chester County’s premier choral group, giving her the opportunity to perform at The White House. In addition to her position at UNC Charlotte, Anne serves as Music Director at Piedmont School of Music & Dance, and frequently collaborates with local artists and groups.