Hello!! I am Miss Hachten and this is my sixth year here at Allegany- Limestone. For the past five years I conducted the 5th and 6th grade bands and taught the instrumental lessons throughout the district in all three buildings. This year however, I will be teaching 7th – 12th grade instrumental lessons and conducting the Middle School and High School Bands. This will be my first year teaching 7th – 12th grade, but I am definitely up for this new challenge! I enjoy working in such a wonderful school district, but more importantly; I am thrilled to be working with my former students…who are a wonderful group of talented and dedicated students! In 2004 I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Fredonia State University, where I studied French horn with Dr. Marc Guy. I also received my Master's Degree in Music Education from Fredonia in 2006. I am not only an educator; I am also a professional musician. I eagerly jump at every musical opportunity, which has allowed me to play my French horn in many different types of music groups. I currently am a member of the Cheektowaga Symphony Orchestra, the German American Musicians, Inc. (an organization that I am also the Vice President of), and the Lancaster Town Band. While working in Allegany, I have also played in the various musicals the Olean Community Theater Group has performed. In addition, I keep busy on the weekends teaching private lessons and working at a family business in Buffalo, New York making furniture polish. When I can find the time I enjoy going to the gym, golfing, playing softball, skeet shooting, attending live performances of all different types of music, and spending time with my friends and family. How to get a hold of me: Office Phone: 375-6600 ext. 2282 Email: mhachten@alli.wnyric.org