Musical composer john leavitt biography

John Leavitt received his undergraduate music education degree from Emporia State University, a master’s degree in piano & composition from Wichita State University, and the Doctorate of Musical Arts in conducting from The Conservatory of Music at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Musical composer john leavitt biography

He is a lifetime member of the American Choral Directors Association and is a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, from which he has received annual recognition for his achievements in composition.

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Leavitt was the recipient of the W.A. Young Award for teaching excellence. He also served on the faculty of MidAmerica Nazarene University in Olathe, KS where he was honored with the University Presidential Award for teaching.

He has held additional faculty positions at Newman University in Wichita, KS; Concordia College, Edmonton, Alberta (Canada); and Concordia University, River Forest, IL.

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