Colleen Chester

A native of California, Colleen Chester is the Assistant Professor and Director of Choral Activities at Winona State University. She taught at the secondary level for many years as the Director of Vocal Music at San Luis Obispo High School and Laguna Middle School in San Luis Obispo, CA. Her passion for engaging singers at all levels has led to her work with numerous organizations including Choral Arts Initiative, San Luis Obispo Master Chorale, Canzona Women’s Chorus, Hillsdale Arts Chorale, and Oregon Bach Festival. Dr. Chester has served on state ACDA boards in California and Michigan and holds degrees from California State University, Fullerton (BA Music Education), University of Georgia (MM Conducting), and Michigan State University (DMA Conducting).