Teresa L. Reed knew as far back as she can remember that she'd be doing something in music. This document briefly describes her early years with music and her involvement with music today. She is a member of Higher Dimensions Choir, a teacher, and a writer of the book The Holy Profane: Religion in Black Popular Music. This document gives a brief overview of the accomplishments of Teresa L. Reed, Associate Professor of Music Theory and Literature and Director, African American Studies Program, University of Tulsa.