Yale University, B.A., Economics, 1971; Yale University M.M.A, Conducting, 1976; Yale University, D.M.A., Conducting, 1985; music director Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale; music director Westminster Presbyterian Church Choir; music director Minneapolis Pops Orchestra; music director Minnetonka Choral Society; board of directors American Composers Forum, 1992-1998; advisory council, Minnesota Public Radio, 1993-1997; Southeastern Minnesota Artist of the Year, 2003; Faculty of American Choral Foundation; Orchestra Institute of America; 24 years teaching experience.