I have a PhD in Ethnomusicology and just returned to my native Chicago from Brazil, where I lived for 18 years. I also lived in Germany, Kenya and Scotland over the years. I play and sing for fun and professionally, especially Irish music. I teach English and Portuguese, and translate and interpret. I am a voice-over professional, too. I also write copy for direct sales and marketing.

My passion for grammar, reading and writing, and 20+ years of teaching English and Portuguese, as well as ...