Born and raised in Chicago, my first time out of the country wasn't until high school when I toured in France with a violin group. Since then, I've mostly played music for fun (and added income), but have enjoyed street performing in each city I've lived and the musicians I have met as a result. I have enjoyed extended stays/studying in Buenos Aires, Barcelona, and rural El Salvador. I particularly like hiking and going to see performances. And I love playing soccer.
Personality: I tend to be outgoing in new situations but also enjoy my alone time.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am looking to travel more in the next few years (specifically in Spanish speaking countries) and want to meet others with similar interests to share experiences and converse in Spanish with in addition to finding places to stay that will connect me with others.

Interests

• arts
• performing arts
• running
• live music
• hiking
• soccer
• dance

Music, Movies, and Books

-Favorite books: Les Mis, fantasy novels in general (I sometimes reread Harry Potter cover to cover), and more recently: educational books on education
-Favorite movie: Benny and Joon. And also most superhero movies.
-Favorite music genre: indie rock (whatever that means); almost anything but pop-country
-Favorite classical musicians: Chopin, Bartok, Sarasate

Teach, Learn, Share

-Music! I play violin and guitar (and am less skilled at other instruments) but I love playing with new people and learning new instruments.
-Dancing! I grew up dancing to Cajun music and have since begun to dance blues, tango, and bachata. I would like to learn more.
-Food/cooking

What I Can Share with Hosts

Music
Dance
Cooking (with and for others)

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, China, El Salvador, France, Mexico, Spain