JOE

college essay coach

Duke University, BA in Music

Joe is an award-winning composer, a published author, and a freelance graphic designer. His most successful musical, “Yank!”, followed up its lauded run off-Broadway with numerous productions across the country and around the world (from London to Brisbane to Rio de Janeiro). In addition to composing musicals, Joe has written a number of historical murder mysteries and co-authored a marketing book. He’s also created logos and promotional materials for a wide range of design clients.

Joe sees these different pursuits as variations on a theme. All of them involve finding a fresh, arresting idea that can draw a reader, viewer, or listener in, and then working hard to shape, refine, and polish it until it’s found its perfect expression. Joe brings this same creative enthusiasm and clarity to his work with students.

Favorite Book The Hours by Michael Cunningham

Pre-test Pump Up Song “ABC” by the Jackson 5 (it’s even about studying!)

Hidden Talent Canasta virtuoso

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