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Ann Frederickson serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Music Department at Bethany Lutheran College, where she has taught for nearly 30 years. Her roles include Artistic Director of the Choraliers, Director of the Mary Martha Singers, and Voice and Keyboard Lesson Coordinator.
Her academic credentials include:
- M.M. in Vocal Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (Valedictorian)
- B.A. from St. Olaf College
Frederickson's research spans Music History, Opera, Musical Theatre, Vocal Production and Pedagogy, and Choral Music. Her expertise bridges historical performance practice with contemporary vocal techniques, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and the emotional resonance of choral works. She integrates scholarly rigor with practical application in both private instruction and ensemble direction.
Her recent publications focus on program notes for orchestral concerts and devotional guides, revealing a trajectory from Baroque masterworks (Handel's Messiah) through Latin American compositions (Melodías del Corazón) to Nordic themes (Bold North) and Classical-era analysis (Mozart's Emperor Concerto). This output demonstrates consistent engagement with historical context, cross-cultural musical expression, and audience education in live performance settings.
Her distinguished awards include:
- First Runner-up, Metropolitan Opera Competition
- Eleanor Koehler Ellerbe Award from the Schubert Club
- Winner of the Young Artist Award for Minnesota Federation of Music Clubs
- Winner of the Henry Holt Competition (CA)
- Valedictorian of San Francisco Conservatory of Music
As an educator, Frederickson has mentored generations through her 25-year tenure as college musical director and voice coordinator. Her teaching philosophy prioritizes cultivating student curiosity over technical mastery, evidenced by her long-standing leadership of vocal ensembles and private instruction. While specific grant details aren't documented, her community partnerships with Mankato Symphony Orchestra and ProMusica Minnesota reflect sustained project development.
She directs the Choraliers and Mary Martha Singers ensembles while leading Arts Administration programs. Her external leadership extends to serving as Executive Director of ProMusica Minnesota, where she shapes chamber music programming, and through board roles with Mankato Symphony Orchestra and church ministries, demonstrating integrated artistic-community engagement.
