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Jane Harris serves as Associate Professor of Music at Evangel University, specializing in piano studies and music education. She mentors students in fulfilling both musical and spiritual callings through dedicated instruction in performance and pedagogy.
Her academic credentials include:
- B.A. in Music (Piano) from Washburn University of Topeka, Topeka, KS
- M.M. in Piano Pedagogy from Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Harris's research and teaching emphasize technical mastery and artistic inspiration in piano performance, informed by her studies under James Rivers at Washburn University and Drs. David Belcher, Logan Skelton, and Peter Collins at Missouri State University. She integrates faith-based perspectives into music education, reflecting Evangel University's mission.
Professionally, she holds memberships in the State of Missouri Federation of Music and Society of Pi Kappa Lambda. Her performance repertoire spans classical works by Mozart, Debussy, and contemporary composers, as demonstrated in collaborative recitals such as the upcoming November 3 event with Dr. Linda Ligate at Barnett Recital Hall.
Harris actively contributes to church music ministries as sanctuary/choir pianist and youth choir director across multiple congregations, including First A/G (Topeka, KS), Central A/G (Springfield, MO), and churches in California. Her work bridges academic music training with practical worship leadership.
