Kyra Stahr

Kyra Mariah Stahr

Kyra Stahr (she/her) is a visionary conductor, educator, and vocalist passionate about the transformative power of choral music. She currently serves as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Syracuse University and is a DMA candidate in Choral Conducting at the University of Miami. She is a Conducting Fellow with Spire Chamber Ensemble and an Assistant Conductor of Seraphic Fire. At Syracuse, Stahr conducts the premier treble ensemble, Crouse Chorale, and teaches Graduate Choral Conducting, Undergraduate Conducting, Advanced Rehearsal Techniques as well as courses in Choral Literature and Voice. Known for motivating ensembles with authenticity, courage, and determination, Stahr is an active guest conductor, clinician, and presenter. She has shared her work at international and national conferences, including ACDA National, TMEA, and the World Symposium on Choral Music. She holds an M.M. in Choral Music from the University of Southern California and a B.M. in Vocal Performance and Music Education from Miami University. Stahr also co-founded and co-hosts the podcast conduct(her), amplifying women's voices in the choral world.

Kyra is currently based in Syracuse, NY and is available as a clinician, adjudicator, and guest conductor.