Thomas Connors

Dr. Thomas Connors is an Assistant Professor at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts, Department of Fine Arts, specializing in Music Education, Conducting, and Wind Band Literature. He serves as Director of Instrumental Music and Conducting Studies, overseeing the University Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds while teaching conducting and courses in the Music Education program. Since 2013, he has coordinated the Music Conservatory.

• Ph.D. in Music Education (Conducting & Wind Band Literature), Florida State University
• M.M. in Conducting, New England Conservatory
• B.M. in Composition and Music Education, Berklee College of Music

Dr. Connors brings extensive experience from Kent State University (Associate Director of Bands, Director of Athletic Bands) and a decade of K-12 band direction in New York and New Hampshire. He actively participates in adjudication and guest conducting for school bands across multiple states, including serving as guest conductor for the New Jersey All-State Band (2009). His leadership roles include Executive Director of the New Jersey Band Directors Association and committee service with the New Jersey Music Educators. His research focuses on instrumental pedagogy, wind ensemble performance, and music education curricula.