Background
Russell, Karen Sue was born on October 27, 1961 in Hartford, Connecticut, United States.
Russell, Karen Sue was born on October 27, 1961 in Hartford, Connecticut, United States.
Bachelor in Music Education and Performance, Ithaca College, 1984. Master of Science in Education, College St. Rose, 1989.
Principal second violin Schenectady Symphony Orchestra, Schenectady, New York, 1985—1995. Orchestra director/strings teacher Niskayuna Central Schools, Niskayuna, 1989—2000. Adjunct music faculty College St. Rose, Albany, 1990—2003.
Section violinist Glens Falls Symphony Orchestra, Glens Falls, 1991—2000. Orchestra director, strings teacher Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central Schools, Burnt Hills, since 2000. Guest conductor Dutchess County Music Educators Association, Poughkeepsie, New York, 1990, Saratoga/Warren County Music Educators Association, Burnt Hills, New York, 1991, Saratoga Warren County Music Educators Association, Queensbury, New York, 1997, Shenendehowa Central Schools District String Festival, Clifton Park, New York, 2001.
Adjunct professor music theory State University of New York, Albany, New York, since 2002.
Member of American Federation Musicians, New York State Teacher's Union, New York State School Music Association.
Daughter of Olga Y and Thomas Walter Bowry. Married Trent Justin Russell. Children: Taylor, Jake.