Sherry Francis Merideth

Sherry Francis Merideth is an adjunct professor of strings at Trevecca Nazarene University's School of Music and Worship Arts. She holds a B.M. magna cum laude in violin performance and music education from DePaul University and an M.M. in violin performance from Belmont University, with current doctoral studies in performance psychology.

• Education: B.M. (DePaul University), M.M. (Belmont University), Doctoral studies in performance psychology

Her research focuses on mental health support for musicians and performance excellence, highlighted by a 2023 lecture at the ASTA National String Summit. She actively performs with ensembles like the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Gaither Homecoming Videos.

Teaching roles include Lipscomb Academy and her private studio in Brentwood, plus leadership as string specialist and orchestra director at the W.O. Smith Summer Music Resident Camp. She adjudicates concerto competitions for Belmont University and W.O. Smith Music School.

Professional workshops cover Effective Practice Techniques, Audition Prep, and Bow Strokes methodology.