Devoted
Friends, students, and colleagues report appreciating Kristi’s unwavering support, especially noted in times of set-backs or complications. She views relationships both in terms of someone’s immediate needs and the long-term journey.
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Juan Miguel Hernandez Viola Teacher and Soloist

Bruno Montesano CEO, Nuove Sales

Amelia Dietrich Violinist
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Responsive
Colleagues and students note Kristi tailors her avid creativity to real-world contexts. Constraints have sharpened her skills working with a variety of students and audiences, striving for more authentic communication and relationship.
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Deborah Smith Library Director and Director of Academic Programs - The Colburn School

Alice Simpson Artist, Author and Arts Patron

Elicia Silverstein Performer on Historical and Modern Violins
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Tenacious
All collaborators confirm Kristi approaches her work—as teacher and scholar—with a spirit of determined advocacy: addressing the whole person, ethical critical engagement, and social awareness (classroom, concert hall, and community).
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Liviu Marinescu Composer

Nancy Albin Vice President - Los Angeles Habilitation House
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Fun
Combining history and wit, Kristi specializes in bringing Big Ideas down to earth. Using humor, performative skills and deep preparation, she is noted for keeping the conversation surprising, joyful and—at times—pleasurably absurd.
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Benjamin Anderson French Horn Teacher and Soloist

Jill Burnham Former Education Manager, Los Angeles Opera

Francois Chouchan Pianist, Composer and Artistic Director of Le Salon de Musiques
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Fresh & Curious
Kristi’s scholarly interests reflect a fierce, ecumenical curiosity. Colleagues and students commend her for asking questions that are often ignored, and advocating for alternative points of view with logic, resolve, and empathy.
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Callan Milani Low Brass Performer and Teacher

Ian Pritchard Professional Early Keyboardist and Musicologist
