Several of my students have auditioned for American Idol, The Voice and X-Factor. Most have gone on to the 2nd and 3rd round of producers, only to not make it to the little, or big screen in your home.

When I first heard Katie sing, I thought of Nashville, and Eric Bikales, my friend, pianist/produce/arranger for Neil Sedaka.

Eric moved to the south 7 years ago from L A where he did quite well. Knowing, and trusting him to get me the best originals from award winning writers.

Many of my students have now started on their journey to a life of song. My first one is Alex Lowery, who was with me three years. She is now an extra in the TV show Glee, she is also working with her partner Deanne, in the studio constantly.

My high school student Nancy, auditioned for American Idol this season, which were done last summer

I met Dayna Kovicic two and a half years ago, while I was still teaching at a local Las Vegas music store, Bonnie’s Music.

So, here is an adorable former cocktail waitress, who has been with me for a year, and now I am listening to her first original song.

Amber is nearly 20 and a rocker. She can rock any song. She just feels it and moves like it.

I have so many new people who have come into my world. I got the first e-mail before 11:00pm on the night my interview on Fox 5 aired.