George Blake

George Blake is a Lecturer in the Department of English at Case Western Reserve University, affiliated with the Writing Program. His research explores intersections between musical genres and concepts of place, with publications in Popular Music, Ethnomusicology, and the Journal of the Society for American Music. He teaches courses on the musical histories of Cleveland neighborhoods and hosts a podcast featuring local performers. Blake's work has been supported by grants from the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship and the UCSB Center for Black Studies Research. Additionally, he contributes to community journalism through The Land.

His research interests center on how music reflects and constructs ideas of place and identity, blending ethnomusicology with urban cultural studies. Blake’s podcast and teaching emphasize local narratives, particularly in Cleveland’s musical heritage. While no specific articles are detailed here, his publications span musicology and cultural analysis.

• Funding: Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship, UCSB Center for Black Studies Research

Blake advises students through his teaching and mentoring roles in the Writing Program. No specific grants or labs are listed beyond his funded research projects.