Ken has a passion for the performing arts, and believes that a vibrant music culture is vital to the quality of life in a community. After living in upstate and northern New York most of his life, he and his wife moved to Redmond in 2018 to escape the harsh north country winters and to enjoy the outdoor-friendly environment of Central Oregon.

Ken has performed professionally as a jazz pianist since 1972, and graduated from Syracuse University with a Master of Science in Music Education. After teaching music in public schools, Ken switched gears and entered the field of personal finance and investment management. He built a successful career as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and ran a financial advisory practice for 31 years. Throughout his entire adult life, Ken has performed as a pianist in solo and ensemble settings ranging from jazz trios to big bands. He has sung in several choral groups including chamber and symphonic choirs, and has directed choirs ranging from elementary children to adults. Most recently, he was music and choir director at his church in Watertown, NY.

Ken has a history of involvement in giving back to his community, and served on several boards and nonprofit organizations before moving to Redmond. He currently serves on the board of the Redmond Community Concert Association and the Redmond and Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committees.

When not making music, Ken and his wife Jude are enjoying many outdoor activities including cycling, cross country skiing & snowshoeing, kayaking, and hiking. They have two grown sons and have recently become proud grandparents.