Paula Zerkle

Dr. Paula Ring Zerkle is a Professor of Music and Director of Vocal Music at Moravian University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She conducts multiple ensembles including the Moravian University Choir, Chorale, Women's Chorus, Men's Chorus, and Vocalis, a small a cappella ensemble. Her expertise spans choral conducting, musicianship, and Dalcroze Eurhythmics, with a focus on works by women composers.

• Education
  • B.A. in Music and French, University of California at Berkeley
  • M.M. in Choral and Orchestral Conducting, State University of New York at Stony Brook
  • D.M. in Choral Music, Indiana University

Zerkle’s research and professional work emphasize choral conducting pedagogy, choral arranging, and advocacy for music by women composers. Her practice integrates Dalcroze Eurhythmics to enhance musicianship training.

A member of multiple professional organizations including the American Choral Directors Association, College Music Society, and International Alliance for Women in Music, Zerkle has also served on the board of the Pennsylvania chapter of the American Choral Directors Association. She was previously a faculty member at Lewis-Clark State College and Mount Union College.