I’m Leah
and I help parents and teachers learn Song Language to improve communication and connection while reducing anxiety. I am an AuDHDer who wants to make this world a more compassionate place for children.
With viola performance and teacher certification degrees from the University of Washington, I have taught in school and private music lesson settings for more than 20 years, helping people express themselves and create community through music.
My first album, Grace So Amazing helps adults find calm through meditative mantra songs. My second album Brain Songs, helps with social and emotional learning for kids. I create and perform music with a mix of jazz, folk and meditative songs using violin, viola, cello, and vocals.
After 4+ years of fertility challenges, I went through a major healing journey. I went on to meet my now-husband on the swing dance floor while on a trip to Sweden. And, I now live in Stockholm, Sweden with my husband and our child, who was born when I was 43. My husband Mattias and I enjoy sharing our love of swing dancing and singing with our child.
Why work with me?
3 Countries
I strive to honor and respect multiple perspectives and cultures as they influence my music and my teaching. From the Northwest US, I grew up in Bothell and taught in Central Kitsap School District for 15 years. I also taught one year at Kodaikanal International School in Tamil Nadu, India and two years with International English School in Stockholm, Sweden.
26 Years Experience
I understand the challenges of creating music and the incredible healing power it has for all types of people. In addition to school teaching, I’ve taught private lessons on violin, viola, cello, bass, piano and voice.
2,100+ Students & Alumni
Through my school programs, lessons and online courses, I aim to empower students and create community. Let’s make music together to reduce anxiety and depression and become more connected with yourself and the children in your life.