Mark Schweizer (June 12, 1956 – November 9, 2019) was an American classical musician, composer, writer, and music professor. A native of Florida, Schweizer received music degrees from Stetson University in DeLand and the University of Arizona including a doctorate in vocal performance. He returned to teach at Stetson University, followed by eight years at Louisiana College in Pineville. He also taught at Austin Peay State University, Murray State University, Hopkinsville Community College and the University of the South.As a bass-baritone, Schweizer performed with regional opera companies across the country, in solo recital, and in oratorio including appearing as the bass soloist with Robert Shaw and the Atlanta Symphony in Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.Schweizer was the president and editor of St. James Music Press in Tryon, North Carolina.