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Dr. Belva W. Prather is a Professor of Music and Faculty Emeritus at Missouri State University's Department of Music, part of the College of Arts & Letters. She leads the University Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, and Concert Band, and coordinates Wind and Percussion Studies. Her roles include teaching graduate courses in Music Education, Advanced Conducting, and Wind Band Literature.
Education: Doctor of Education (University of Arkansas), Master of Music (Northwestern University), BA in Music Education (Arkansas Tech University).
Research focuses on music pedagogy and ensemble direction. Awards include the Excellence in Teaching Award (College of Arts & Letters) and the University Foundation Teaching Award. She has served as a clinician/adjudicator across 28 U.S. states and 9 European countries, including key roles with Missouri Music Educators and Arkansas Bandmasters Association.
Professional memberships: Missouri Music Educators Association, College Band Directors National Association, National Band Association, Women Band Directors International, Phi Beta Mu, Tau Beta Sigma, and Golden Key Honor Society.
