Phoebe Robertson

Dr. Phoebe Robertson is an Assistant Professor of Flute at Arkansas Tech University, where she teaches applied flute, woodwind ensembles, and undergraduate research courses. A globally recognized performer, she has appeared as a soloist in prestigious venues including Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw and Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie, and has collaborated with ensembles like the National Arts Centre Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. Her scholarly work focuses on the music of Soviet composers, particularly Sofia Gubaidulina, and she actively mentors undergraduate researchers whose work has been published in journals like Nota Bene and presented at conferences including UCLA’s MUSE Conference.

• Education:
  • Doctorate of Musical Arts (DMA), Manhattan School of Music
  • Master of Music (MM), Carnegie Mellon University
  • Bachelor of Music (BM), University of Ottawa

Dr. Robertson’s expertise spans contemporary and standard flute repertoire, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaborations. She serves on the Undergraduate Research Committee at ATU and is the Reviews Editor for the CAML Review, advocating for accessible music scholarship through program notes and editorial work.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Helen Cohn Award (excellence in doctoral work)

Her dedication to global music education includes online mentorship and masterclasses across North America, enriching the academic and artistic growth of flutists worldwide.