Music ETDs

Publication Date

Spring 5-11-2019

Abstract

Using a multi-case interview process, the experiences and practices of three female collegiate band directors were analyzed for trends and patterns. These directors were found using the Women Band Directors International membership directory and chosen using purposeful criteria. After analyzing the findings, several patterns were uncovered. First, there is an overwhelmingly negative environment towards females at professional conferences. There is also a lack of female role models for female students who might wish to pursue a conducting career. As a result, they might not realize that conducting is even an option for them. Additionally, there was not one method of rehearsal techniques or score study deemed more successful than another. This study will discuss these trends and provide strategies in order to improve the gender imbalance in wind band conducting.

Degree Name

Music

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Department of Music

First Committee Member (Chair)

Dr. Robin Giebelhausen

Second Committee Member

Dr. Regina Carlow

Third Committee Member

Eric Rombach-Kendall

Language

English

Keywords

female, collegiate, band, directors

Document Type

Thesis

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