Kari is a 2020 graduate of Shenandoah University with a degree in Music Education. She performed in many ensembles during her time there including the concert band, wind ensemble, orchestra, and summer music theatre. Kari is currently a music teacher at Wakefield Country Day School, teaching students from preschool to 12th grade. She is also a member of multiple community ensembles, including the Clarke County Community Band, Clarke County Brass Quintet, and the Charles Washington Symphony Orchestra