As some of you already know, Rockwood Music Hall was my last performance with the band and today I walked into the office for the last time as a Studio Sarah Records employee. This fall I am leaving New York City to embark on a new journey, graduate school.

When Sarah asked me to write this blog, I didn’t realize how difficult saying goodbye would be. How do I express all my gratitude, sadness and excitement in such a small space?

I’m grateful to have worked at this wonderful company and to have been a part of something truly special and innovative. I’m sad to leave a place with people that have helped me mature and grow, a place filled with interesting and new challenges every day. Sarah was right when she told me, “We’re more like a family here.”

Not only do I have a family at Studio Sarah Records, but with the band too. Performing with Sarah, Kenji and Caleigh allowed me to rediscover my musical passion and I don’t think I can ever repay them for being as patient and encouraging as they were. I know I’ll be at future shows and cannot wait to hear new songs and new interpretations of the old ones!

Leaving both families is difficult but I’m excited for the days to come, and know that my time here with Sarah at Studio Sarah Records has only prepared me and given me the strength I need for the journey ahead.

Thank you blog readers. Thank you Studio Sarah Records. Most of all, thank you Sarah.