Where Are They Now?: BLHS Alum Queency Robinson Regier Strikes a Chord Across Washington’s Wedding Scene

For Queency Robinson Regier, music has never been something she simply learned, it’s something she’s lived.

“I like to tell people that when I was born, the doctor threw me into the piano bench,” she says with a laugh.

A 2019 graduate of Bonney Lake High School, Queency’s roots in music run deep. From her earliest days playing piano and singing in church to her standout years in the BLHS choir program, her journey has always been centered around connection, both to music and to the people around her.

At Bonney Lake, Queency quickly made her mark. As a freshman, she earned a rare spot in the audition-only Bella Voce choir, a class typically reserved for upperclassmen. She would go on to perform in Chamber and Jazz choirs, earn selections to prestigious NafME and WMEA Honor Choirs, and serve as Choir President her senior year.

But when she reflects on those years, it’s not the accolades that stand out most.

“I remember the fun choir trips and friendships made in that class the most,” she says. “I’m extremely grateful for the teachers and mentors who poured into me along the way.”

Finding Purpose Through Music

While music had always been a constant in her life, it took on a deeper meaning during a pivotal season.

Around the age of 17, as her family navigated her parents’ divorce, Queency found refuge at the piano.

“Music was my escape,” she says.

During that time, she began studying under piano instructor Kathy Tung, whose disciplined and intentional approach pushed Queency to grow both technically and emotionally.

“She really stretched my skills and challenged me to strive for honest, intentional playing,” Queency says. “She helped me see how music can connect people no matter where they come from.”

Building Something From the Ground Up

After graduating in 2019, Queency didn’t follow a traditional path. Instead, she leaned fully into her craft, training independently, apprenticing with a local piano chapter, and immediately stepping into teaching.

It wasn’t easy.

“I worked three jobs at once, while also picking up as many house-sitting clients as I could in the summer,” she says. “It was busy, and I liked it.”

That relentless work ethic laid the foundation for what would eventually become her business, Keys & Prosecco.

Turning Passion Into a Business

The idea for Keys & Prosecco came naturally. After years of serving on her church’s worship team, Queency began getting requests to play at weddings. What started as a few opportunities quickly revealed a gap in the market, and an opportunity to build something of her own.

“I realized there was a need for this specific service in the wedding industry, and I had the skillset for it,” she says.

Her approach is what sets her apart.

“Playing piano for church teaches you to be flexible, to read the room, to know when to build a moment and when to be sensitive,” she explains. “Those skills have directly influenced how I serve my clients.”

Today, that approach is resonating across the region.

A Moment of Recognition

In 2026, Queency was named a Top 5 Finalist for Washington Wedding Day’s “Best Ceremony/Cocktail Musician”, a recognition that reflects both her talent and the experience she creates for her clients.

Even now, it still feels surreal.

“I still can’t wrap my head around it,” she says. “Win or lose, this has helped me realize that I can do hard things, even when they scare me.”

She first learned of the nomination through fellow wedding vendors, “friend-ors,” as she calls them, who reached out with the news. Before even checking the official list, she paused for a moment of reflection.

“I prayed to keep my eyes fixed on what truly matters,” she says.

Giving Back Through Teaching

Beyond performances, Queency is also shaping the next generation through private music lessons, a role she clearly treasures.

“I like to say my students are the best students in the whole wide world, and I 100% believe that,” she says.

For Queency, teaching isn’t just about music, it’s about growth, connection, and building confidence.

“My students actually teach me more than I teach them,” she says. “They teach me patience, integrity, and what meaningful progress really looks like.”

Her goal is simple: to help students use music as a tool for self-expression while feeling supported every step of the way.

“I want them to walk away knowing their potential, and that Ms. Queency loves them,” she adds.

Advice for the Next Generation

Looking back on her journey, from BLHS choir rooms to building a recognized business—Queency emphasizes the importance of community.

“I would encourage students to think outside the box and get involved,” she says. “I really believe in the phrase, ‘your network is your net worth.’ I wouldn’t be where I am without my people.”

From Bonney Lake classrooms to wedding venues across Washington, Queency Robinson Regier is proving that when passion meets purpose, and a whole lot of hard work, something beautiful can follow.

And for those who’ve watched her journey from the beginning, it’s no surprise at all that she’s still making music…and making an impact.