Pamela Burns-Bell

Dr. Pamela Burns-Bell is an Associate Professor of Music at Talladega College, conducting the voice studio and mentoring students through master classes with professional opera artists. She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Alabama and has performed leading operatic roles such as 'Bess' in Porgy & Bess and 'Donna Elvira' in Don Giovanni. Her awards include two Metropolitan Opera Regional wins and the 2023 Mary E. Singletary Vocal Competition.

Education:

• Bachelor of Music Education - Alabama State University
• Master of Music - Southern Illinois University
• Doctor of Musical Arts - University of Alabama

Research interests focus on vocal pedagogy, operatic performance, and musical theatre interpretation. Notable performances include Mozart’s Mass in C with the Tuscaloosa Symphony and Poulenc’s Gloria on CD recording. She has also appeared in major theatre productions like The Sound of Music and Chicago.

Advising highlights include student success in NATS competitions. Active in professional organizations: Alabama Choral Directors Association, National Association of Negro Musicians, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.