KENT-MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL & MILL CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

ORCHESTRA 




Linda M. Cate
Director of Orchestras
(253) 373-4070 KM  (253) 373-6226 MC

Linda M. Cate - Info.

 

Position:   Director of Orchestras

                Kent-Meridian High School

                & Mill Creek Middle School

 

Education:   

                    -Boston University

                           Master of Music in Music Education

                    -Eastern Washington University

                            Bachelor of Arts in Education - Music Education

                    -Central Washington University

                   -Skagit Valley Community College

                    -Mount Vernon High School

                            High School Diploma

                       

Where are you from originally, and where do you live now?

Born in CA, grew up in Mt. Vernon WA, live now in Kent, WA

 

What were your favorite subjects while studying in school?

Music History, Instrumental Conducting & Science

 

Do you have a favorite movie?

Favorite movie: Austin Powers - all three (I hear they are working on a fourth movie and possibly taking it to Broadway too!)

 

Do you play a musical instrument?

Yes, cello is my main instrument.  Like most music educators I have a working knowledge and ability to play multiple orchestral instruments.

 

What kinds of music do you like to listen to and/or play?

classical, pop, hip hop, rap, jazz well and everything...

 

What do you do for fun when you're not working?

  • Playing music

  • Cooking - Would you like a chocolate chip cookie?

  • Exercising and enjoying my family & friends!

Are there any specific experiences that you found very helpful in getting you to where you are now?

For me the experience that has helped me the most in my job is all the small experiences along my course of study and life.  If I had to say one thing it would be the experience of playing in an orchestra.