Kate Mathews is a passionate conductor, bassist, and music educator. As an active musician, Mathews enjoys a busy playing career, performing with the Sioux City Symphony, and other area ensembles, as well as judging and conducting regional festivals and contests. Mathews is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts in orchestral conducting from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Mathews holds a Master of Music in bass performance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a Bachelor of Music in music education from the University of South Dakota