Music

I began studying classical singing at the age of 15 at the Hyvinkää Music Institute under the instruction of singer Inari Gebhard. I have also studied singing under the instruction of other pedagogues.

My cooperation partners have included Italian Professor Sona Ardontz, Hungarian phoniatrician/vocal pedagogue Marta Balatinez, and music and vocal teacher Kirsi Malminen. Prior to taking up singing I studied the piano for several years, and have not given up my music hobby to this day.

Arts

I have always been interested in the arts and in beautiful - and sometimes valuable - artefacts, which I like to collect

Having an artist as a husband has opened my eyes to the arts and antiques in a new way, although my interest in the arts long preceded our first encounter. Together we frequent art galleries and exhibitions particularly in Helsinki, Tampere and Turku. Museums and art exhibitions are also often on the list whenever we go abroad.

 

Healthy nutrition

A healthy way of life has always been close to my heart. My interest in healthy nutrition led me to study to become a restaurant cook; I graduated from adult education centre Adulta in Järvenpää in 2004. Since then I have taken part in dietetics courses out of an interest in healthy and nutritious food.

My favourite cuisines include Asian, Mexican and Italian, but with a lighter touch. Although I am a qualified restaurant cook, my career has always been in the world of business.

 

Exercise

Exercise is another hobby that has followed me throughout my life. I indulge in various sports, according to the season; for me, the main reasons for exercising are the joy of moving and the desire to stay in good physical shape.