UNO School of Music alumna Rose Rydberg earned her Bachelor of Music Education and Master of Music in Violin Performance where she studied violin with Judy Divis and Ruth Meints, and clarinet with Cynthia Nichols. Since 2008, Rose has been dedicated to teaching in public schools, focusing on band, orchestra, and music technology. Currently, she divides her time between Omaha North High School, where she teaches orchestra and music technology, and McMillan Middle School, where she instructs orchestra.

In addition to her school roles, Rose is actively engaged in community education. She serves as a private violin and viola instructor, sectional coach, and is a frequent adjudicator at music contests. Her collaborations span various institutions, including Omaha Public Schools, Council Bluffs Public Schools, the Nebraska Music Educator’s All-State Orchestra, Omaha Area Youth Orchestras, and the Omaha Music Teachers Association.

As a violinist, Rose has contributed to several ensembles, including The Metropolitan String Quartet, Orchestra Omaha, Heartland Philharmonic Orchestra, UNO Chamber Orchestra, PART, and The Rose Theater.