Robert S. Frost

Robert S. Frost (1942-2013) was an educator, string specialist, and conductor for over 30 years in the Cache County School District in Utah. He utilized his expertise as a classroom and private studio teacher to compose, arrange, and author over 250 works, including a great number of method books and literature collections. Over the years, Dr. Frost was honored with awards for his work and many of his publications appear on selective music lists nationwide. In 2010, Utah ASTA recognized him with their “Lifetime Achievement” award.

Frost earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music Education from Utah State University and his doctorate in Music Education from the University of Northern Colorado. He held leadership positions in state and national organizations, including President of the Utah State Chapter of the American String Teachers Association (2000-02) and the National School Orchestra Association (1987-89). He served as guest lecturer and clinician, and conducted honor orchestras at many state, national, and international music educators conferences.

Some of Robert Frost’s most notable method book publications include All for Strings, Viva Vibrato, String Techniques for Superior Musical Performance, and Rhythm Techniques for Superior Musical Performance.