Lauren Hallihan is a passionate educator with a deep commitment to both music and her students. She graduated in 2013 from the UNCG with a degree in Music Education, followed by a Master’s in Vocal Pedagogy from Belmont University in 2018. Her thesis, titled “Where Have All the Men Gone? A Study of the Adolescent Male Voice Maturation Process and its Effect on the Adult Male’s Participation in Choral and Solo Singing,” reflects her dedication to understanding the unique challenges of vocal development.

Throughout her time at Belmont, Lauren had the opportunity to perform as a soloist for the Belmont Chorale and St. Mary's Catholic Church, as well as sing with the treble ensemble Vox Grata. She has a wealth of experience in A Cappella arranging and studied choral composition with Dr. Entsminger at Belmont, further enriching her understanding of choral music.

In 2018, Lauren became the choral director at Enloe Magnet High School, where she fosters a creative and inclusive environment for her students. She believes that the purpose of choir is not only to develop musical skills, but to create a space where students can explore their creativity, become independent thinkers, and gain cultural awareness. Above all, she strives to make the choir room a place where every student feels welcome, valued, and loved.