Discovering YOU Magazine September 2019 Issue | Page 14

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PattiDukes Jordan

Dancer /Fitness Coach

16 Year Old Saxophonist

Christian Marcum

PattiDukes Jordan

Christian Marcum, professional saxophonist

Professional dancer now fitness enthusiast! Receiving formal dance training at Marygrove College and abroad, her style has been heavily influenced by a rich dance culture. Patti has been privileged to dance around the world, (including Japan, Bermuda and the Carribean) sharing the stage with music industry legends Aretha Franklin, and Charlie Wilson. Beyond her performance background , which also includes, she teaches modern, liturgical, dance fitness platforms, afrofusion and dunham technique.

Christian Marcum is a 16 years old jazz saxophonist who has been playing for about 6 years. He started off in middle school playing the alto and baritone saxophones. Christian also played second alto and baritone saxophone with the MSU Community Music School Detroit for 3 years. Between classes, he taught himself the basic drums, piano, bass, and a multiple of other instruments. He hopes the experiences he has learned along the way allows him to become a knowledgeable instructor in teaching others the love of music.