Anita Hagerman, holds degrees from Ball State University, Missouri State, the University of Chicago, and Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Hagerman works extensively as a freelance bassist and music educator in the St. Louis region, including regular appearances with the Bach Society of St. Louis, the Metropolitan Orchestra of St. Louis, and of course the Kingsbury Ensemble. Past principal bassist positions include the Fort Smith Symphony, Chamber Orchestra of the Ozark, and the Springfield Regional Opera. Holding advanced degrees in English literature and linguistics with an emphasis on Shakespeare, she currently teaches in the English department at John Burroughs School.