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Carolyn Borcherding serves as an Assistant Professor of Composition at Baldwin Wallace University, holding a D.M.A. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign alongside advanced degrees from Western Michigan University and Ball State University.
Education:
- D.M.A., Composition, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
- M.M., Composition, Western Michigan University
- B.S., Music Media and Production, Ball State University
Research Focus: Her creative work investigates the interplay between aural/visual gestures and performing bodies through compositions ranging from solo acoustic pieces to large ensembles with integrated electronic sound and video. This interdisciplinary approach has resulted in performances at major international forums including the National SEAMUS Conference, North American Saxophone Alliance Conference, Electronic Music Midwest, and New Music on the Point.
Awards:
- 2020 21st Century Piano Commission Competition (University of Illinois)
- Second prize, 2022 ASCAP/SEAMUS Student Commission Competition
- 2019 BMI Student Composition Award Finalist
Educational Philosophy: Dr. Borcherding cultivates student curiosity and exploration through open communication, actively supporting individual creative development, work-life balance, and mental health to foster self-actualization beyond traditional academic boundaries.
