CENTER FOR EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS IN MUSIC
The center is increasingly recognized as a conduit for artistic excellence and innovation in urban music education.
About Us
Director: Dr. Patrick K. Freer
The Center for Educational Partnerships in Music (CEPM), led by Director Dr. Patrick K. Freer and Dr. Michelle Mercier-DeShon as Program Coordinator and Dr. Martin Norgaard, oversees grant-funded programs in Music Education.
Upcoming Events:
Georgia State Library / Johnny Mercer Foundation Partnership
The Johnny Mercer Foundation collaborates with Georgia State University’s School of Music and Library to establish a Fellowship program, providing graduate assistantships for music education students. This initiative focuses on creating curricula for Atlanta-area music classrooms, emphasizing early American popular music (1900-50). Utilizing resources from Georgia State Library’s Special Collections & Archives enhances curriculum development by offering access to primary archival materials.
Sound Learning
The Sound Learning program, crafted by Dr. David Myers in 1999, is a music residency initiative targeting elementary school students in grades 1 through 5. Emphasizing interdisciplinary learning through music, this program is an integral part of a collaborative effort involving the Center for Educational Partnership in Music, faculty and students from the Georgia State School of Music, local professional musicians, and Atlanta-area schools. This impactful program, held at the Drew Charter School, is generously funded by the East Lake Foundation. For additional details, please reach out to Dr. Michelle Mercier-De Shon.
Music Education Seminars & Workshop Series
Discover a wealth of engaging opportunities through the offerings of the Center for Educational Partnerships in Music. Join us for enlightening talks by esteemed guest speakers and participate in research events such as the Improvising Brain International Symposium and an Invitational Strings Festival tailored for middle- and high-school students.
Take advantage of the chance to attend our Music Education Seminar & Workshop series, which is provided free of charge. Explore our upcoming events and secure your spot by RSVPing below.
Tuesday, September 17
6PM – 7PM
Haas Howell, room 625 (or via Zoom)
Presenter:
Dr. Bryan E. Nichols
Associate Professor, Choral Music,
Pennsylvania State University
“Arts Participation for Lifelong Learning”
Join us for an exploration of “the how and why” of music education’s impact on lifelong participation in music. We’ll provide plenty of research-grounded practical information for current and future music teachers.
Bryan E. Nichols is a teacher and conductor at Penn State University where he leads the University Choir, teaches courses in music and education, and directs the Pitch Exploration Lab. He was the high school R&S Chair for the state of Kentucky, where his choirs performed for the Kentucky Music Educators Association and toured all regions of the country. Dr. Nichols has published research and served on the editorial boards for nearly all of the profession’s top journals. His scholarly interests include singing accuracy and music teacher pedagogy.
Interested In Our Graduate Programs?
Please click below for information about our Masters, EdD, and PhD programs in music education,
including the possibility of assistantships (tuition remission and stipends).
Masters in Music Education- FULLY ONLINE!
Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction (Music Ed.)
Ph.D. in Teaching & Learning (Music Ed.)
Contact Us
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Office / Delivery Address
75 Poplar St
5th floor
Atlanta, GA 30303
Interim Director
Public Relations Coordinator
Undergraduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
USPS Mailing Address
P.O. Box 3993
Atlanta, GA 30302-3993