Marie Smith

Dr. Marie Smith is an Assistant Professor of Music History and Horn at Pittsburg State University. She teaches horn students of all ages and leads performance ensembles, balancing pedagogy with active participation in professional orchestras.

• Education: D.M.A. (Eastman School of Music), M.M. (University of North Carolina School of the Arts), B.M.E. (Utah State University)

Her research explores vocal improvisation's influence on Rossini's works, gender dynamics in brass performance, and pedagogical metrics combining sound quality with physical sensation. She performs with groups like the Oklahoma City Philharmonic and Utah Festival Opera.