She founded and directed the first "municipal bureau of industrial music" in the United States, in Los Angeles, California.

[5] In 1918, she was chosen to dress as the Statue of Liberty and sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the Rose Bowl, an early instance of the national anthem being performed at American football events.

[8] It was the first endeavor of its kind in the United States, and was commended by the Secretary of Labor and the National Federation of Music Clubs.

[1][9] The bureau operated under the auspices of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce,[10] as "a wholesome outlet for expression of the individual", intended to improve workplace morale and efficiency.

[13] She also served as executive secretary of the Los Angeles Music Federation,[14][15] and in that work led fundraising for summer concerts at the Hollywood Bowl.