GOING SOLO with Sharon Falada, Violin

I’ve been in the SBC Orchestra for: 17 years (Editor's Note: next to Karen Schreck and Bud Locker, Sharon has logged the most years of service in the orchestra.)

My instrument is: Violin--in the past I have played piano, guitar, flute, clarinet and percussion but haven’t kept up with any of these instruments. (Editor's Note: the secret is out--now Jonathan won't need to play 3 percussion instruments at once!)

If I hadn’t chosen the Violin, I probably would have played the: Flute--this was my original choice but in 4th grade the school started violin classes a half year earlier than band. My older sister was playing the violin and I thought I would try it for 6 months and then switch to flute. I never switched to the flute (I did play flute, however, in college.)

Most people have no idea that I: Sang in choirs, Christian vocal groups and bands for many years. Music has always been a big part of my life.

My favorite worship or praise song is: How Great Thou Art

My perfect pizza is topped with: Pepperoni, green olives and cheese

My family consists of: Husband, John. God lovingly brought us together 8 years ago. I have no children of my own but a stepdaughter, husband and 2 grand kids ages 13 and 9.

My life verse is: Proverbs 3:5,6

I’ve lived in AZ for: 19 years

I was born in: Omaha, NE

I drink my coffee/tea: Black coffee, no tea

My favorite kind of music: Contemporary Christian

I almost gave up playing the violin when: Never wanted to give it up!

My profession: Service Delivery Manager for Hotel software company

An unfulfilled dream of mine is to: I can’t say that I have an unfulfilled dream. God has blessed me with a very full, rich life.

Editor's Note: When asked what qualities people most appreciate about Sharon, here are just a few of the words that were spoken about her--dependable, talented, quietly strong, heart of gold, and wise. We appreciate you, Sharon!