As a competitive performer, she has won several first-
place awards in music, most recently performing in
Germany for her solo debut and a chance to perform in
Beethoven’s home.
Schwartz has also earned several scholarships
throughout her career, including the Helga Hulse Mozart
Club Music Scholarship, WVU Music Scholarship,
Michigan State University Music Scholarship, CCMTA
Overall Best Musician Award, among others.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Schwartz in this role at
Fairmont State,” said Fairmont State University President,
Mirta M. Martin. “Her expertise and long-established
career in music instruction and performance will allow our
bands to thrive under her leadership.”
Schwartz is originally from Jamestown, New York. In
addition to her role as band director, Schwartz currently
serves as a Fairmont State advising director. Schwartz is
also the director of the Morgantown Community
Orchestra and a senior instructor of flute and piano
through the WVU Community Music Program.
