Laurie thrives on singing to inspire others,  and feels this is her unique purpose in life. She is a guest artist at many Special Events throughout the West, and has appeared as a soloist with symphony orchestras throughout California, and performed lead roles at a variety of Bay Area Theaters.

Some favorite roles include The Narrator in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (Shellie Nominee), Percy in THE SPITFIRE GRILLE (Shellie Nominee), Sarah in GUYS AND DOLLS, Rose in THE SECRET GARDEN, Mary Magdalene JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, She was also a part of the Dean Goodman Award winning cast of A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING.  Laurie was featured in LAURIE SINGS GERSHWIN, appearing on FOX KTVU news special. She loves to volunteer every year singing for the Hospice of the East Bay "Tree of Lights" Events throughout the Bay Area. And she recorded a unique inspirational album, EVEN THAT, which was created to comfort those going through difficult times.  

After an extensive foray into Musical Theater, Cabaret, and Inspirational music; and raising my three girls, I felt inspired to do something new and unique, something that would inspire people to pursue their own dreams and life purpose. I realized that my strongest inspiration growing up was Karen Carpenter, and that the lyrics to the songs the Carpenters sang each told a unique story. A story that actually identified with my own life. As a result, I have dedicated several  years  to create an “Evening of Music and Reflection,” Laurie Sings A Song For You, a Cabaret Concert Inspired by the music of Karen Carpenter. This has been my proudest production to date. I am so grateful for my family and could not do what I do without their support! My mom, dad, sister, my wonderful husband Dan and my 3 beautiful daughters Charlotte, Bridgette and Natalie.