Melinda L Richards

Melinda L. Richards has extensive experience in both education and music. Currently, Melinda serves as a School Systems Consultant at Feltz Therapy Services, LLC, while also holding the positions of Musical Director at Backdoor Playhouse at Tennessee Tech and Special Projects Coordinator for the Tennessee State Guard, with the rank of Colonel. Melinda's previous roles include Associate Professor at Middle Tennessee State University, Principal Timpanist in the Air National Guard, and a variety of music-related positions in educational settings. Melinda earned a PhD in Speech and Hearing Science from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, alongside a Master's in Music Performance and a BSEd in Music Education. Additional contributions include serving as Archivist-General for Ordo Supremus Militaris Templi Hierosolymitani and overseeing significant archival projects.