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Richard Cantwell, D.M.A.

Professor of Music; Department Chair

Biography:

Email: richardc@tabor.edu
Department: Music

Richard integrates faith into each of his classes by allowing students to project their faith into their learning and the possibilities of their future lives and vocations.

He loves the strong musical history of the community. Performances are always full with students, faculty, and Hillsboro residents.

Richard is married to Dr. Linda Cantwell, marketing and communications professor at Tabor. They have three grown children and seven grandchildren.

Courses

  • Instrumental Conducting
  • Arranging
  • Concert Band
  • Brass Ensemble
  • Jazz Band
  • College/Community Orchestra
  • Handbell
  • Choir
  • String Ensemble
  • Private Strings

Credentials

  • Presenter, National Association of Christian Schools Convention, 2004
  • Tabor College’s representation to the National Association of Schools of Music
  • Presenter, National Association of Schools of Music, November 2001.

Education

  • BFA in Cello and Voice, University of Nebraska
  • Teaching Certification – State of Nebraska
  • Masters in Music, University of Nebraska
  • Doctoral Studies in Music Education and Therapy, University of Kansas
  • Doctor of Musical Arts in Instrumental M

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