Catherine Perkins is a classically trained flute and piccolo player whose experience extends from the stage to the marching band field. She performed professionally for 5 years in the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra in her home state of North Carolina, and has degrees in Music Education and Arts Management. Her passion is helping arts and culture thrive, and sharing that love with others. Catherine’s studies and career have taken her around the country, as she works to further the missions of symphony orchestra, professional ballet, museum and arts consulting organizations. When she’s not in the performance hall or the office, she enjoys channeling her creative energy into cooking and baking at home.