Patti-Jean's musicality was realized while associated with a U.S.O. touring group at the University of Maine at Farmington.  Her director, the late Jerry Owens, recognized her innate lyric kinship and singing abilities. Along with often holding center stage vocally, her dance abilities led to choreographing the group's performance for their trip to locations throughout Asia.

After attaining her degree in elementary education, Patti-Jean took her music on the road.  From Toronto to Miami, from Lake Tahoe to her beloved Maine, she continued in her musical endeavors.

Show work eventually led to the incorporation of percussion instruments and keyboards in a natural extension of her considerable rhythmic abilities.
The years spent honing her craft have resulted in a compelling stage presence and unique and soulful interpretation in all her musical wares.