My Family
Dr. Sam Walter, my father, was a brilliant conductor, composer, and concert organist, who gave 52 concerts a year.He was also professor of organ at Rutgers University and the organist at Marsh Chapel, Boston University. He also taught at New England Conservatory and is a published author of choral music & a book on service playing. He encouraged, promoted, and performed my music from an early age.
Janet Wheeler, my mother, had a deep, rich soprano voice. She was a graduate of The Eastman School of Music and New England Conservatory. She studied with Olga Averino (Longy School of Music) & Jennie Tourel (Juilliard). She had a long career as a soloist, singing works of Bach, Mozart, Britten and Puccini and later, premiering and recording "Angstwagon" by Rolv Yttrehus. She was a professor at Bard College where she co-founded an innovative opera and acting department with theatrical director, William Driver. Drew Hubbard. my husband of 30 years; a long time clinical therapist. He created most of the artwork on this webite. His love, and support of my music has been indispensible to me throughout the years. Please click on his picture to see more of his work. Rex and Honey: our two feline friends. Always willing to warm a lap, sing a song, and make sure that we are well licked. |