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Lynn
Shaw Bailey
Innovative, creative and energetic are words that describe this
composer, lyricist and writer. A passionate advocate for young people
and fine arts education, Lynn Shaw Bailey has implemented countless
programs and influenced decision-makers in ways that have helped
thousands to enjoy the benefits of arts education. As co-founder
of a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening arts education,
Lynn has helped set the standard for effective advocacy initiatives.
But her first
love is composing. Her music includes sacred and educational works
for adult, youth and children's choirs as well as compositions for
piano, organ, handbells and instrumental ensembles. Lynn is a member
of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP)
and has received an annual ASCAP Award for her composing from the
ASCAP Standard Awards Panel since 1995. She is also a member of
Choristers Guild and ACDA. Publishers to date include Monarch Music,
Lorenz, Genevox/LifeWay, Alfred, Carl Fischer, BriLee and Choristers
Guild.
Lynn studied
music at Oklahoma Baptist University where she met her husband,
Dan. She also studied composition privately with Bob Burroughs and
David Schwoebel. In addition, she has degrees in journalism and
nursing.
Lynn resides
in Douglasville, Georgia with her husband, their teenage sons, Paul
and Mark, and their cat, Al Bundy Bailey. Her oldest son is a student
at Baylor University. They are members of First Baptist Church of
Lithia Springs where she has been involved in the music programs
for over 20 years. She currently directs the Young Musicians Choir,
comprised of over fifty 4th-6th graders, serves as the backup organist
and pianist, and plays flute in the church orchestra.
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