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Kathleen M. Campbell is Professor of Music at Seton Hill University where she teaches woodwind chamber ensembles, aural theory, keyboard strategies, and saxophone. She founded the Westmoreland Symphonic Winds (1985-2008) and established the Seton Hill University Community Arts Program Youth Honors Band, which has served middle school musicians for over three decades.
Education:
- B.M. in Music Education, Seton Hill University
- M.M. in Wind Conducting, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
- Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate: Music K-12
Professor Campbell's professional focus centers on Music Education, Wind Conducting, and Saxophone Performance with strong emphasis on community-based outreach. Her work bridges academic training and practical performance through youth ensembles and community partnerships, particularly in wind/percussion education. She has developed sustainable programs that integrate university students with professional musicians and pre-college learners.
Awards:
- Lifetime Achievement in the Arts award from Greensburg Area Cultural Council (now Westmoreland Cultural Trust)
- CASE Professor of the Year at Seton Hill University
- PMEA State In-Service Conference performance recognition
As an educator and conductor, Professor Campbell has mentored generations of musicians through university courses, youth ensembles, and adjudication work. Her leadership in founding and sustaining community music organizations demonstrates exceptional commitment to music education infrastructure. While specific grant details aren't documented, her 30+ year Youth Honors Band program indicates successful long-term funding and community support. Her dual expertise as performer (with regional orchestras) and educator creates unique training opportunities for students.
Professor Campbell directs the Seton Hill University Community Arts Program Youth Honors Band and maintains active performance roles with the Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra, University of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, and various regional ensembles. Her work connects academic music training with community engagement through sustained partnerships across southwestern Pennsylvania.
