Interview with Melissa Weaver, July 5, 2017

Interview Summary

In this interview, Collins interviews Melissa Weaver, a choral director in Louisville, Kentucky. Weaver discusses her rich musical background; a result of being raised by two parents who were both very involved musically. She also talks about how that musical influence has been passed down to her own children, most of whom have pursued music-related careers themselves. She also talks about the influence both Sara Holroyd and Phyllis Jenness have had on her musical experience and how she has incorporated their teachings into her professional career. She especially mentions Holroyd's strength and charisma, and that her dedication to her students was unrivaled.

Interview Keyword

Instructors Choirs Singing Morehead State University Phyllis Jenness School of Fine Arts University of Kentucky Lexington (Ky.) Educators Sophisticates Sara Holroyd Cora-Lee Runyon Performances Competitions Stephen Foster The Stephen Foster Story Musicals Robert Shaw

Interview LC Subject

Choral singing Music--Performance Choral music Maysville (Ky.) Alumni and alumnae University of Kentucky. School of Music University of Kentucky Lexington (Ky.) Band directors Washington Cathedral Washington (D.C.)

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