Dianne began studying classical piano at the age of eight. She expanded into folk and rock during the 60’s and 70’s. She completed two years at Cabrillo College in Santa Cruz, as a Music major. She began her 35 plus years of teaching music at Bonny Doon Union Elementary School in Santa Cruz.  Dianne taught art and piano at Brandeis Hillel Day School in San Rafael for 12 years. Dianne's students and parents look forward to the annual winter piano recitle.