Laura Reed

Laura Reed is an experienced music educator and manager with a diverse background in teaching and music administration. Currently serving as the Professional Learning/Publications Manager for the National Association for Music Education since January 2023, Laura has also been a teacher with the Queen Creek Unified School District since June 2021 and has held teaching and orchestra director roles within the Gilbert Unified School District since July 2007, where enrollment in orchestra programs doubled at two high schools. Previously, Laura taught string classes in Franklin Special School District, managed editorial operations for the American String Teachers Association, founded and directed the North Central West Virginia Community Orchestra, and held communications management roles with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Laura holds a Master of Music in music education from West Virginia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Music/Journalism from the University of Cincinnati.