Elizabeth Momand

Elizabeth Momand is a Professor in the Department of Music and Theatre at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, where she teaches vocal performance and directs the Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop. She holds a DMA from the University of Texas at Austin and advanced degrees from Mississippi College.

Her research focuses on vocal arts, opera, musical theatre, and compositions by women composers, with work presented globally. She has premiered original compositions at the International Trombone Festival.

Honors include:

• Fulbright-Hays Fellowship (India)
• Study fellowships in Germany & East Germany
• UAFS Lucille Speakman Master Teacher Award
• Speakman Research Fellowship

She mentors competition-winning students and holds leadership roles in:

• College Music Society (Past-President)
• International Association for Women in Music (Board)
• National Association of Teachers of Singing (Chapter Leadership)
• National Association of Schools of Music (Accreditation Visitor)