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Dy'Anna Augustus
Student Services Associate
Education:
MSc in Audio Engineering, BA Music and Mandarin Chinese
Bio:
Chicago native, educator, and cat-mom, Dy’Anna began her musical journey in college. With a passion for music and language, she recieved a BA in Music from Knox College and Certifcate of Achievement from Peiking University in Beijing, China. Fueled by wanderlust and passion for electronic music, travelled to the United Kingdom to pursue a Master of Science in Audio Engineering. Since graduating, Dy’Anna has travelled across the world teaching and performing. From China to Italy, her experiences shaped her not only as a musician but as a person. Dy’Anna is proof that music can take you around the world.
Favorite Artist or Song:
Bjork: she is an innovative artist that captures her audience with raw emotions and striking individuality
Quote:
“We are surround by sound. Different sounds, everyday. Music give us the language to articulate those sounds.”
