1951
Dr. Mitchell is born in Orrville, Alabama to Willie and Earlene Mitchell.
1971
Dr. Mitchell is listed in Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.
1972
Dr. Mitchell graduates cum laude from Stillman College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts.
1979
Dr. Mitchell becomes the director of music at Beechmont Presbyterian Church in Louisville, Kentucky.
1981
Dr. Mitchell receives a Master of Music Education from the University of Louisville.
1998
Dr. Mitchell receives a Doctor of Music from the University of Kentucky.