Born into an artistic family of musicians, painters, and writers, Wendy spent her early years cultivating her multiple abilities: singing, acting and dancing in musical theater.

Wendy’s formal education includes attending the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, where she arrived as a musical theatre singer as well as a classically trained coloratura soprano, she left as a Jazz/Country/Soul-influenced rocker. After gaining a  degree in Jazz Studies at San Jose State University she also began assembling an impressive group of musical mentors, including Patti Cathcart, Bobby McFerrin, Joe Henderson, and David Baker.

Wendy’s career flourished. She fronted several successful bands, worked as a freelance singer, and contributed her talents to a number of projects, including Chris Isaak’s “Speak of the Devil.” Wendy has performed at a wide variety of venues throughout the Bay Area including The Little Fox Theater, The Throckmorton Theater, and Tateuchi Hall at the Finn Center.

Wendy is passionate about sharing her vast experience and knowledge with her students, and approaches teaching with excitement, compassion, and joy.