Jen Townsley

About

Dr. Jen Townsley is an Instructor of Voice and Voice Area Coordinator at the University of Nebraska Omaha School of Music, where she teaches applied voice lessons, voice pedagogy, and directs vocal ensembles. Hailing from New York, Dr. Townsley holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Music, where she was awarded the prestigious Harriette Yeckel Award, the William L. and Caroline M. French Award, and was recognized as a UMKC Conservatory Superior Graduate Teaching Assistant. Her doctoral research encompasses LGBTQIA+ inclusion in collegiate voice studies, opera curriculum development, contemporary singing styles in music education, and novel research on French composer Charles Koechlin and his Shéhérazade songs. Dr. Townsley specializes in vocal pedagogy, stagecraft, and comprehensive voice training. She is a soprano with extensive performance experience and is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all students. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes healthy vocal technique, artistic expression, and cultural awareness in music education.

Education & Qualifications

Doctor of Musical Arts in Voice Performance from University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Music

Teaching Styles