Dollie McDonald O'Neill, National President

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Dollie McDonald O'Neill was initiated into the Psi Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma at the University of Arkansas in December 1995 and served the chapter in various offices, including Chapter President. During her time with the Razorback Bands, Dollie played the Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone and was on the Razorback Guard Line. She has attended the past 7 National Conventions and attending every district convention multiple times throughout her service. Most recently she served the Sorority as its National Chapter Field Representative from 2000-2002 and National Vice President for Communication & Recognition 2003-2005 & National Vice President for Special Projects 2005-2007 & National Vice President for Colonization & Membership 2007-2009. Dollie has had the privilege of being named an Honorary Member of the National Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi, Alpha Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma at Oklahoma State University, and Lambda Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi at the University of Arkansas. She is Life Member of the Psi Chapter, Tau Beta Sigma. Dollie is also a charter member of the TBSAA.

Dollie has a B.A. in Communication from the University of Arkansas, and works for Kaleidoscope Adventure Travel.  Dollie’s focus in her career is to help educate bands, orchestras, choirs and school groups through their positive travel experiences.  Dollie is also a proud mother to a Baby Girl, Lillie and wife to David. In Dollie’s spare time she likes to visit with chapters, travel, volunteer time to scouts in the community and spend time with family & friends.  Dollie is also a college football fanatic and attends as many college games as possible!

Dawn Farmer, National Vice-President for Colonization & Membership

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Dawn Farmer was initiated into Tau Beta Sigma in the Fall of 1997. As a member of the Omega Chapter, she served as President, Membership Educator, and Parliamentarian. She was also active at the district level, serving as President and Vice President of Colonization and Membership of the Western District. While attending the University of Arizona, Dawn played in many ensembles including the Marching Band, Pep Band, and the Wind Symphony. A clarinet and French horn player, Dawn graduated with her Bachelors Degree in Music Education in May of 2002.

After graduating, Dawn moved to the Los Angeles area where she was the
director of elementary bands in the Manhattan Beach Unified School district for four years. During this time, the Psi chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi made her an Honorary Member of their Chapter. While living in California, Dawn was a member of the NAA, held multiple offices on the alumni level, played clarinet in community band, and became a Life Member of Tau Beta Sigma. Dawn is a member of many professional affiliations such as MENC, MMEA, and WBDI.

In 2008, Dawn earned a Master of Arts degree in Music Education from the University of Maryland, College Park. Her thesis research analyzed the contributions of women to scholarly music education journals. Currently, Dawn is a public school instrumental music teacher in Maryland and enjoys reading, painting, watching college basketball, and cheering for the Red Sox.

Kathryn Garret Kelly, MD, National Vice-President for Special Projects

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Dr. Kathryn Garrett Kelly was initiated into the Eta Delta Chapter of Tau Beta Sigma at Howard University in April of 1998. During undergrad, Kathryn played Clarinet and Baritone Horn in the Howard University “Showtime” Marching Band and Bassoon in the Concert Band. On the Chapter level, Kathryn has held numerous positions including, President, Parliamentarian, and Vice President of Membership. On the District level, Kathryn served as the Northeast District Treasurer (1999-2000) and District President (2000-2001). After graduation she continued her service to Tau Beta Sigma as the NEDAA Vice President for TBS from 2001-2006. Kathryn had the honor of serving as the NED Counselor from 2006-2009 and currently holds the position of National Vice President for Special Projects. 

Kathryn is currently an Internal Medicine Resident Physician at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC and with an anticipated completion date of June 2010 and will stay on as one of three Chief Medicine Residents from 2010-2011. She hopes to practice in Primary Care with a focus on Preventive Health Care in underserved areas, and continue into Medical education. Kathryn received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology in 2001 from Howard and worked towards her Masters in Education at City College of New York while teaching High School science in the Bronx, New York from 2001-2003.  Kathryn received her Medical Degree from Howard University in 2007. 

Kathryn is married to Jackie Kelly, Jr., a lobbyist for the American Trucking Association in Washington, DC. Jackie was initiate into the brotherhood of the Eta Omega Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi in the Spring of 1998 and was also a member of the Howard University Band where he played percussion. She also has a daughter, Ajzha Briana and son, Jackson. The Kelly Family resides in Alexandria, Virginia.

Dr. Joan deAlbuquerque, National Vice-President for Professional Relations

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Dr. deAlbuquerque earned a Bachelor of Music Education and a Master of Music in wind conducting from Michigan State University, where she was a student of John Whitwell. She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts degree in wind conducting from the University of North Texas, as a student of Eugene Migliaro Corporon. Prior to her doctoral studies at the University of North Texas, Professor deAlbuquerque was Interim Director of Bands at Adams State College, where she directed the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and the Marching Show Band. An experienced public school teacher, she was Director of Bands at Pinckney (MI) High School, where she directed the Wind Symphony, Marching Band, and taught instrumental and general music at the elementary and middle school levels.

Nicole Burdick, National Vice-President for Communication & Recognition

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Nicole Burdick was initiated into the Delta Eta Chapter at Texas A&M University-Kingsville in the fall of 2001.  On the chapter level Nicole served in many offices including Vice President, and President.  Nicole also served as Vice President of Colonization & Membership and served as President of the Southwest District during the Sorority’s 60th year.  At Texas A&M University-Kingsville Nicole played the french horn in the Pride of South Texas Javelina Marching band and in one of the school’s concert bands. 

Nicole is a Life member of the Tau Beta Sigma and an Honorary member of Kappa Kappa Psi, Southwest District.  Nicole had the privilege of being a charter member of the Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association and has also helped develop the Texas A&M University-Kingsville and the Southwest District affiliates.