Sarah Jo Smittle

Sarah Jo Smittle is an Adjunct Professor of Voice at Oklahoma City University's School of Music. She holds a Master of Music in Opera Performance (high honors) from OCU and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance (Summa cum laude) from Stephen F. Austin State University. Her expertise spans voice pedagogy, opera performance, and vocal literature.

• Education:
• Master of Music, Oklahoma City University (high honors)
• Bachelor of Music, Stephen F. Austin State University (Summa cum laude)

Her research interests focus on vocal technique, performance training, and music education. She has performed leading roles in operas such as Iolanthe, Dark Sisters, and La rondine, and has been a featured soloist in Carmina Burana and church concerts. Mrs. Smittle is affiliated with Mu Phi Epsilon, Pi Kappa Lambda, and the National Association of Teachers of Singing.

Prior teaching roles include private voice and diction courses at Oklahoma State University and the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. Her students have pursued careers in film, music education, and opera, with many achieving NATS semi-finalist status and prominent university roles.