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Dr. Thomas Holm is a Professor of Music and Department Chair at Northwestern College since 2000. He directs the A cappella Choir and Heritage Singers, and also leads the Sioux County Oratorio Chorus. His expertise spans choral conducting, vocal pedagogy, and music history.
Education: D.M.A. (University of Illinois), M.Mus. (University of Alberta & University of Idaho), B.S.M. (Big Sky Bible College).
Research interests focus on cross-cultural choral performance, Taiwanese choral works, and pedagogical methodologies. He has conducted workshops in North America and Taiwan, adapting Taiwanese music for non-Mandarin choirs.
Key contributions include 15 edited Taiwanese choral works and publications in Melisma and Iowa Choral Directors' Sounding Board. His 2021 presentation at the American Choral Directors Association highlighted Taiwanese music.
- Awards: Canada Council Study Grant (1995), Sir Frederick Haultain Fellowship (1993–1994).
- Grants: Two Canada Council choral conducting grants.
Teaching and leadership roles include directorships at The King's University College and Prairie Bible College. He conducted sabbaticals in Taiwan (2016–17, 2023), expanding cultural exchange programs.
Active in professional organizations: American Choral Directors Association and Iowa Choral Directors Association.
