Welcome

On behalf of the Vocal Area of the UNC School of Music, welcome to our website. We invite you to come and study with our highly recognized and dedicated faculty, individuals who have performed extensively internationally and throughout the United States. We strive to create a friendly, supportive atmosphere where students can acquire the skills and knowledge they need to become outstanding performers and effective music educators.

Undergraduate Degrees

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Music Education
• Bachelor of Music
  • Vocal Performance Emphasis

Graduate Degrees

• Masters of Music
  • Vocal Performance Emphasis
• Doctor of Arts
  • Vocal Performance Emphasis

Vocal Faculty

1. Diane Bolden-Taylor, lyric soprano
   Area Head
2. Jill Burleson
   Associate Director of Choral Studies
   Director of Choral Music Education
3. Galen Darrough
   Director of Choral Activities
4. Brian Luedloff
   Director of Opera Theatre
5. Melissa Malde, mezzo soprano
6. Lesley Manring, coloratura soprano
7. William Wilson, baritone