Dr. Giselle Wyers

Professor

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Biography

Giselle Wyers is a distinguished professor in Choral Conducting at the University of Washington, where she leads the award-winning University Chorale and teaches courses in choral conducting and music education. With a Doctorate in Music Arts from the University of Arizona and a Master's from Westminster Choir College, Wyers has made significant contributions to the field of choral music. Her recent projects include the release of University Chorale's CD, 'Chasing Daybreak,' and conducting various honor choirs and all-state choruses across multiple states and internationally. Wyers has been recognized for her innovative work in applying Laban movement theory to choral conducting and has served as a guest lecturer at esteemed institutions in Europe and the United States. A published composer, her works are available through prominent publishing companies and have been performed globally. Wyers is committed to diversity in music education and has mentored many scholar-writers in the field, holding a position on the editorial board of the ACDA’s Choral Journal for six years.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.