Bio
Phil was born and grew up in Menomonee Falls. He received his BA in Music/Business from Carroll University (including one year at the University of Nottingham, UK.) Phil became a member of Holy Cross in 1998, shortly after moving back to this area from New York where he had a long career working for a major British-owned music publisher. He joined the Holy Cross music staff shortly thereafter and also volunteers in the Celebration Band, Spirit of Harmony a capella group, the adult handbells, and other ensembles. Phil now works for the Greater Milwaukee Synod of the ELCA.
About
Phil is married to lifelong Holy Cross member Nanette Smith; they live in northwest Milwaukee with their chihuahua Tripp. Phil writes and performs big band, jazz, classical, rock and cabaret music with numerous other musicians in this area, and particularly enjoys serving as accompanist for high school musicians during Solo/Ensemble. He is also an avid fan of the Brewers and Packers, and a frequent trail walker.