A graduate of S.F. State University, Mr. Halbe taught music in The Novato Unified School District for 21 years as well as the West Contra Costa school district for 10 years. He has been a member of the Napa Symphony Orchestra for 10 years and the Bohemien Club Orchestra for 22 years. Mr. Halbe currently plays professionally in various theater pit orchestras and has taught private lessons for 30 years.