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Sara Blessing serves as an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Choral Music Education at the School of Music within the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). Previously, she directed choral activities at Graceland University, where she received student-nominated teaching excellence awards. Her expertise spans choral conducting, music pedagogy, and vocal performance, informed by mentorship under renowned figures like René Clausen and Eric Whitacre.
- Education: B.A. in Music Education and Vocal Performance (Luther College), M.M. in Choral Conducting and Pedagogy (Oklahoma State University), D.M.A. in Musical Arts (University of Iowa)
Sara’s career highlights include commissioning and premiering new choral works, leading four national choir tours across 17 U.S. states, and active soprano soloist engagements. She is affiliated with professional organizations such as the American Choral Directors Association, National Association for Music Education, and honor societies Golden Key International and Phi Kappa Phi.
- Scientific Awards:
- Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching, Graceland University (2016)
