2015 Teacher of the Year - Dr. T.J. Harper

“After a choir rehearsal, conducting class, or private lesson I feel invigorated and refreshed. I am passionate about teaching and I am in my comfort zone when working with students of all ages and levels of ability. My teaching philosophy is a direct result of my joy and enthusiasm for choral music and my desire to effectively teach and inspire my students. I have a firm belief that all students are capable of excellence and deserve the highest level of instruction available. Furthermore, I value the significance and complexity of the course material in choral music, which I feel offers tremendous potential for interdisciplinary education and insight in higher education.