Caitlyn DePriest, an Iowa native, earned her Bachelor's in Music Education from Bradley University, showcasing her musical versatility in Jazz, Chamber, and traditional choirs. A percussionist, she contributed to the Bradley Percussion Ensemble and University Winds Ensemble. Passionate about diverse genres, Caitlyn loves teaching traditional, popular, jazz, and musical theater. For the past two years, she's been a 6th-8th grade choir teacher in Indianapolis, inspiring creativity alongside musical excellence. During her time in Indianapolis, Caitlyn was able to form a jazz ensemble as well as a show choir for her students. Currently in her second semester in the EdM program at Columbia University, Caitlyn is loving enjoying all that the city has to offer and is excited to continue her educational journey.