Catherine has a diverse musical background. She started organ lessons at age nine. Piano, guitar, and voice lessons followed. Catherine continued her formal education, receiving an organ scholarship to Stetson University at the age of 17.
In 1977, she was asked to write and pilot a program of preschool music education for use by the U.S. Army. She accepted the challenge. It was a success, and much of her program is still used by military day care centers worldwide.
After moving to Germany, Catherine started teaching piano lessons at the youth center in Neubruecke. She continued to grow musically by performing in musical shows, and at the young age of 25, became the musical director of 'A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum'. Highlights of her stay in Germany were the chances to play Mozart's harpsichord, as well as Wagner's piano.
Catherine has done volunteer work in many areas. One of her most rewarding experiences was teaching a summer drama and voice workshop to handicapped children in Hinesville, Georgia. While living in Denver, Colorado, she started 'The American Home Schooled Singers'. They studied music, and also performed all over the Denver area.
Moving back to her hometown, she opened up the Grand Staff Music Company, a school of the performing arts. In 1996, Catherine became a recording artist/songwriter with her first album entitled Deliverance. She also signed a record deal in 1997 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Recent endeavors have included writing a music notation book, composing, and laying down tracks to an exercise video. Even though Catherine has several interests, she loves teaching. Her students have gone to international competitions, winning several awards and college scholarships.
In 2004, Catherine was invited to be the 'Artist in Residence' at Camelot Castle in Cornwall, England. At Camelot Castle, she composed and performed on a daily basis, as she looked out towards the sea and the ruins of Tintagel Castle, the birthplace of King Arthur. Catherine feels very fortunate that she has had the opportunity to study, teach, and perform in Europe as well as all over the United States.
"Music lessons should be about the student. Each student learns in different ways, and at different speeds. Music is a journey, and on that journey, we will work and learn together." - Catherine Imbert