Dr. Will Chandler is a passionate teacher and conductor who strives to unite performers and listeners through the power of music. He has been noted for his “leadership and ability to get the best out of singers under his charge”. Dr. Chandler has served previously as the Director of Choral Activities at McNeese State University and Texas Wesleyan University. Alongside his university duties, he is also a frequent clinician and guest conductor for honor choirs. He is excited to make his Carnegie Hall debut in April of 2026. With his energy, enthusiasm, and expertise, Dr. Chandler inspires singers to be passionate choral musicians for life.

     As an active scholar, Dr. Chandler presents at professional development seminars as well as state and national music conferences. His recent focus has been on the choral literature of historically underrepresented composers. In 2023, Dr. Chandler had the privilege of co-presenting at the National Conference of the American Choral Directors Association on the choral music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. 

     Dr. Chandler’s teaching has been shaped by seven years in Texas public schools. He also holds an undergraduate degree in music from Millsaps College, a master’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Doctor of Music Arts from the University of Kentucky. He is excited to join the vibrant music program at MTSU and continue its history of choral excellence. Dr. Chandler comes to Murfreesboro with his wife, Karen, their dog, Buster, and their cat, Calypso.

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