Born and raised in Malaysia, Dr. Kaffee studied in Oklahoma City University and obtained her undergraduate degree in Piano Performance. She moved to California and graduated from The University of Southern California with a Doctorate Degree in Harp Performance, with a focus on Music Theory and Early Music. As a freelance harpist, Kaffee teaches many students, collaborates with music ensembles, as well as writes and arranges music. Additionally, Kaffee has extensive knowledge of piano and classical guitar. She was a pianist and soloist with Malaysia Philharmonic Orchestra and taught guitar before deciding to concentrate in harp.