Billie began playing the clarinet in the 5th grade, and continued through high school in her hometown of
Bartlesville, OK. She played with the University of Oklahoma marching band and wind ensemble while earning
her BS in chemical engineering, and the University of Washington wind ensemble and symphony while earning her
PhD in bioengineering. (Unfortunately, there wasn't time to play with university groups while attending
veterinary school at Kansas State!) Since that time, she has played with the community band in Winfield, KS,
and has directed church choirs in Winfield and Manhattan, KS.
In addition to the St. Johnsbury Band, Billie currently plays with the Northeast Kingdom Symphony Orchestra
and directs the choir at Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Barre, VT, and plays the piano for services
when needed. Billie is the veterinarian and owner of Companion Pet Care in Littleton, NH. She and her husband,
Joe, live in Waterford, VT, with several beloved cats and dogs.
Last updated on March 24, 2005