Vicki D. Baker, PhD, is a Professor of Music and the Coordinator of Music Education. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate music education courses and supervises student teachers. Prior to entering higher education, Baker taught elementary and secondary choral music in Texas public schools for 13 years. In 2019 she received the TWU Distinction in Service Award. She regularly presents her research at state and national music education conferences. Baker serves as a clinician and adjudicator for choirs throughout the state of Texas and conducts staff development for music educators.