Her music is characterized by rhythmic drive, lyrical melodies, and emotional intensity. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree at CCM, where she teaches orchestration and composition. Among other projects, she is currently working on a piano concerto for Kristofer Rucinski as part of the New Concerto Project. She recently finished a commission for guitar trio for Cincinnati Soundbox which premiered in January 2017, as well as a piano solo for pianist Kristofer Rucinski. Laura is also an active performer and is the pianist for the Cincinnati-based new music ensemble HK-4.