Experienced in classical, choral, and theater styles, Emma is a versatile singer and teacher. 

Originally from Peoria, Illinois, Emma is a Southern California-based Mezzo-Soprano. Emma's past operatic roles include Miss Jessel (The Turn of the Screw), Zita (Gianni Schicchi), The Gingerbread Witch (Hansel und Gretel), and Mrs. Jones (Street Scene), as well as solos in many scene programs. Emma was privileged to study as a studio artist with Angels Vocal Art, the International Performing Arts Institute, and the Vienna Summer Music Festival.

She was honored to perform as a soloist multiple times with Point Loma Choral Union's renowned production of the Messiah and Britten's Rejoice in the Lamb. Other concert work includes solos in Point Loma Nazarene Orchestra's Concerto Concert in 2019 and 2020.

Emma is an in-demand chorister performing with the Verdi Chorus, Long Beach Camerata Singers and Pacific Chorale. She has toured with Point Loma Nazarene University and UC Irvine premier choral ensembles and has sung professionally with many churches in the Southern California area. 

Emma earned her M.F.A from the University of California Irvine under the instruction of Dr. Darryl Taylor, where she specialized in female composers and underrepresented languages. In 2020 she graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance under vocal teacher Amy Mein.