Carol Dunevant is a distinguished conductor and educator whose career has spanned wind bands and full orchestras across the United States and internationally. She began her teaching and conducting journey in Kansas, where her ensembles quickly gained recognition for their excellence. Her conducting teachers and coaches include esteemed figures such as H. Robert Reynolds, Frank Battisti, Larry Rachleff, Jorge Perez-Gomez, and Elizabeth Green.
Currently serving as the Director of Learning for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Ms. Dunevant leads the orchestra’s educational initiatives, overseeing two full youth orchestras, a chamber music program, and the Diversity Fellowship. Her passion for inspiring musicians of all ages extends beyond the CSO fostering artistic excellence through innovative programming and performance.
A dedicated scholar and advocate for wind band history, Ms. Dunevant is a sought-after speaker and presenter on figures such as Frank Simon and Meredith Willson. She has delivered keynote addresses for the Tau Beta Sigma Women in Music Series and presented at the Society of American Music National Conference. Holding professional and honorary memberships in numerous organizations, she remains deeply committed to providing meaningful musical experiences that resonate with both listeners and musicians, creating connections and artistic growth.