The School of Music is pleased to welcome Dr. Serena Scibelli as Assistant Professor of Violin starting in fall 2025. An internationally acclaimed violinist and educator, Dr. Scibelli brings extensive performance experience and a passion for music education. She will lead the violin studio, focusing on mentorship and preparing students for successful careers in the global music industry.

The School of Music is excited to welcome Jessica Petrasek as a full-time faculty member in the flute studio. With an extensive performance background and a commitment to fostering both musical and intellectual growth in her students, Jessica is eager to continue her work at GSU.

Dr. Deanna Joseph, Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities, has been appointed to the Chris and Aileen Valianos Endowed Professorship in Music.

As graduate candidate Jackson Allred completes his master’s degree in orchestral conducting, he has one final project to finish at Georgia State: an ambitious multimedia documentary titled “Harmony of Freedom” that commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act and pays tribute to the civil rights movement through the power of symphonic music.

Georgia State's MTM Standard will host its 3rd Annual Sync Meetup on April 12–13, 2025, in the School of Music’s Florence Kopleff Recital Hall. Featuring panels, workshops, and networking sessions with top music supervisors, the event highlights opportunities in sync licensing for film, TV, games, and more. Supported by the College of the Arts and leading industry partners, this event connects students, artists, and professionals working at the intersection of music and media.