Kristin, a Holland, MI native, is well-known in the West Michigan area for being a solo and collaborative musician in the areas of vocal and keyboard music. Kristin graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music Education from Hope College with an organ emphasis in May of 2014. Kristin received several academic and music scholarships that gave her the opportunity to study organ with Dr. Huw Lewis, voice with Dr. Brad Richmond, and piano with Dr. Andrew Le. During her time at Hope College, she participated in several musical performances, including the DeVos Musical Showcase, Christmas Vespers, Pillar Church Summer Organ Recital series, and the Holland Tulip Time Organ Recital series.

Kristin began her career as the Associate Director of Music at Christ Memorial Church in Holland working alongside with Gary Matthews. While accompanying the choir and coordinating a robust worship music program, she toured with the Christ Memorial Church choir and took the stage in Carnegie Hall with artist Sandy Patty in 2015. She spent several years collaborating with the choirs at Holland Christian High School as well as the Holland Chorale. Kristin concluded her service in 2025 as the Director of the West Michigan Children’s Choir for 10 years, inspiring young musicianship, high quality performance, and friendship with the ensemble.

While serving as the Director of Operations for the Holland Bach Society, she accompanies area students for MSBOA Solo & Ensemble, MSVMA Choral Festival, and MSVMA Solo & Ensemble. She accompanied the 2020 6-7-8-9 MSVMA SA State Honors Choir under the direction of Sarah Stockton.

Currently, Kristin is Operations Coordinator/Co-Director of Music at Second Reformed Church in Zeeland. In whatever spare time might be found, she enjoys cooking, going to the beach in all seasons, and spending time with her husband Aaron, son Daniel, and golden retriever Ollie.

Kristin Participates in the following state & national organizations/societies: