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Dr. Sarah Schmalenberger is a Professor of French Horn at the School of Music, Film & Creative Enterprise, University of St. Thomas. She holds a PhD in Musicology from the University of Minnesota and Master's degrees in Music History and Music Performance/Education from West Virginia University and the University of Michigan, respectively. Her professional roles include teaching music history courses, mentoring students in French Horn performance, and co-founding initiatives such as the BrassChix forum and the Swing Sisterhood Big Band. She is actively involved in community collaborations and has contributed to various music organizations including the Duluth-Superior Symphony and the Early Music Orchestra.
Dr. Schmalenberger’s educational background includes a
- PhD in Musicology from the University of Minnesota
- MM in Music History from West Virginia University
- MM in Music Performance/Music Education from the University of Michigan
- BM in Music Performance/Music Education from Capital University Conservatory
Her research interests span multiple disciplines, focusing on
- Musicology
- Horn performance techniques
- Occupational health and well-being of female brass musicians, particularly through the Brass Bodies Study
- Historical contributions of Black American women in concert music traditions
- The musical legacy of Frank Zappa
- Music of the United States, including its sociocultural influences and evolving styles
Recent publications and presentations highlight her work on gender equity in brass musicianship, health challenges faced by female performers, and the intersection of music with social identity. Her research has been published in journals like Medical Problems of Performing Artists and Black Music Research Journal.
Dr. Schmalenberger advises students on thesis work and teaches performance courses. She has co-founded transformative musical initiatives and actively hosts workshops with organizations like the International Horn Society and Imani Winds. No scientific awards are listed, but her contributions to music education and research are widely recognized.
She leads the Swing Sisterhood Big Band and co-organizes the annual BrassChix forum, fostering collaborative spaces for female musicians. Her current projects include a memoir on music and resilience titled Soulsinging, blending personal narrative with broader themes of artistic perseverance.
