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Vance Larsen is a Professor of Music at Snow College with over four decades of service. He has held pivotal leadership roles including Director of the Horne School of Music and Founding Dean of the Division of Fine Arts, Communications, and New Media. His contributions significantly expanded Snow College's music program, both in enrollment and quality.
Dr. Larsen's multifaceted career includes:
- 25-year tenure as Director of Bands, with ensembles performing at national events like the College Band Directors National Association
- Executive Director of the Juilliard Jazz Workshop and co-founder of the Benny Golson Jazz Festival
- Architect of Snow College's Bachelor of Music with Emphasis in Commercial degree
- Public school teaching experience, honored as UMEA 'Rookie of the Year'
- 26-year Army National Guard service, retiring as Lieutenant Colonel with the Legion of Merit award
His research interests span music education, jazz pedagogy, and commercial music development. Awards highlight his excellence in teaching, curriculum innovation, and military service.
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