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Handout: Learning Styles and the Collegiate Voice Studio


Robert Peavler Picture Robert Peavler, D.M.
Assistant Professor

Email: Robert.Peavler@iup.edu

Phone: 724-357-7967

Office Hours:
By Appointment

Applied Voice
Class Voice
French Diction

Baritone Robert Peavler, serves as Assistant Professor of Voice at Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he teaches voice, class voice, French diction, and voice pedagogy. Dr. Peavler received his undergraduate degree in Choral Music Education from Central Michigan University and both a Masters of Music and Doctor of Music in Vocal Performance from Florida State University. An active performer, Dr. Peavler’s recent performances include recitals for Seton Hill University, St. Vincent College, University of Pittsburgh-Bradford, Wisconsin Public Radio, California State University-Stanislaus, Ball State University, West Liberty State College, and San Francisco State University. He has sung the title roles in Gianni Schicchi and Le nozze di Figaro as well as the baritone solos in numerous oratorios and symphonic works. He recently sang the world premiere performance of David Martynuik’s Angels, Madmen, and Assassins.
Prior to coming to IUP, Dr. Peavler was a member of the voice and choral faculty at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Columbus State University, and College of Du Page. He has served as the director of the middle and high school choirs at the UW-Stevens Point summer music camps, vocal instructor and staff choir conductor at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, and joined the staff of the New York State Summer School for the Arts Choral Studies Program as a voice teacher and opera director in 2007.
As a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), Dr. Peavler was one of twelve teachers selected to participate in the 1998 NATS Foundation Summer Intern Program and served as a state board member for Wisconsin NATS. He has presented papers and lectures on the topics of vocal pedagogy, learning styles, recital planning, and vocal health at regional and national conventions. Dr. Peavler’s students consistently place at the top of their divisions in State and Regional Auditions, and he is proud of their contributions as music teachers and professional singers across the country.
Dr. Peavler is currently looking forward to performing with the IUP Wind Ensemble at Heinz Hall on November 27th as part of the IUP Plays Pittsburgh concert and will return as an adjudicator for the West Virginia Solo and Ensemble Festival in 2008.


Statement of Teaching Philosophy

It is my belief that each student is, first and foremost, an individual. Every student has a different personality, style of learning and background. As an educator it is my responsibility to learn the needs of each student and how to establish a meaningful level of communication with them. While every student is unique, the only path to success is through dedication and discipline. High goals and expectations produce a high level of competency. It is also my role as an educator and professional musician not only to pass on knowledge to my students but to instill in them a love and respect for the art of music.