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Rachel J. Maxwell serves as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Music at Elmhurst University and Director of Bands at Traughber Junior High School in Oswego, Illinois, with over 33 years of teaching experience. Under her leadership, Traughber ensembles have performed at the Midwest Clinic, University of Illinois SuperState, and the Prairie State Middle School Festival—which she founded and directs—showcasing her national impact in music education.
Her educational background includes:
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Education, Boston University (2025)
- Degrees from Illinois State University
- Degrees from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Maxwell specializes in music education and band conducting, with research emphasizing equitable access to meaningful ensemble experiences. She actively advances new music through 25+ commissioning consortium projects with leading composers and advocates for emerging music educators. Her work bridges practical ensemble direction with systemic advocacy for inclusive music education.
No scientific awards are documented in available sources.
As Director of Bands and adjunct faculty, Dr. Maxwell mentors students through ensemble leadership and curriculum development, though specific advisees aren't listed. Her national influence extends through frequent conference presentations at The Midwest Clinic and Illinois Music Education Conference.
She founded and directs the Prairie State Middle School Festival and maintains active roles as guest conductor, adjudicator, and clinician across the United States, shaping music education practices nationwide.
