Hear From Music Students

Click on each student’s name below to view their full profile and learn more about their Carthage journey.

Madison Bazylewicz ’26
Majors: Music, Music Education
Hometown: Waukesha, Wisconsin
“Everyone here really wants to see you succeed. So many faculty members are in your corner, ready to help. Knowing there are so many people here for you is a great feeling.”
Liam Karth ’27
Majors: Music Education
Minors: Dance, Musical Theatre
Hometown: Geneva, Illinois
“Since coming to Carthage, I have had countless opportunities to market and network during trips and events through my academic departments.”

Jana Paulsen ’26
Majors: Music Education
Hometown: Antioch, Illinois
“The Music Department here at Carthage is pretty phenomenal. All of the music faculty are here for you and your success. Not to mention, music students here are excellent and are here for you!””

Chase Portner ’27
Majors: Music Education
Minors: Musical Theatre
Hometown: Moline, Illinois
“I fell in love with the music program, the community, and the choir at Carthage. I have never been more sure of where I was meant to be.”

Katherine Rieckmann ’28
Majors: Biology, Music
Minors: Chemistry
Hometown: Pardeeville, Wisconsin
“I chose Carthage for its amazing atmosphere. Every time I toured Carthage, it was always a very friendly environment.”

Toby Staaden ’28
Majors: Music, Music Education
Hometown: Portland, Oregon
“Each performance has fostered a sense of family and belonging. I’ve created friendships that will last a lifetime!”

Elizabeth Whittier ’28
Majors: Music Education, Music
Minors: Psychology
Hometown: Kenosha, Wisconsin
“The faculty at Carthage truly set me up for success.”