[1] In a predominantly male and white field, Vanden Wyngaard has distinguished herself through musical and professional accolades.
As an undergraduate, Vanden Wyngaard studied piano at the Eastman School of Music.
Most recently in 2000, Vanden Wyngaard received a diploma from the Netherlands Carillon School.
[2] In 1965 Vanden Wyngaard joined the Grand Valley State University (GVSU) faculty where she was featured as a piano soloist and professor.
When asked about her career, Vanden Wyngaard stated, "My biggest accomplishment was bringing the carillon to the west Michigan community.