Alexandra Dunbar

Alexandra Dunbar, DMA, serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in the Music Department at the University of North Georgia (UNG), teaching Music Appreciation and contributing to the department's academic programs. Her expertise spans historical performance practices, music theory, and interdisciplinary music education across multiple institutions.

Education:

• Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Harpsichord Performance from The Juilliard School (2011)
• Master of Music (M.M.) in Harpsichord Performance from The Juilliard School (2006)
• Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Piano Performance from Manhattan School of Music (2003)
• High School Diploma in Piano and Violin from Interlochen Arts Academy (1999)

Dr. Dunbar's research focuses on harpsichord repertoire, historical improvisation techniques, and the evolution of popular music. Her scholarly work bridges performance practice with pedagogical innovation, particularly in class piano instruction and music theory applications. Her doctoral document on 20th-century harpsichord concertos demonstrates specialized knowledge in reviving historically marginalized repertoire.

As Music Director of Classical Revolution Athens, she leads community engagement initiatives that transform non-traditional venues into accessible performance spaces. Her teaching career spans elite institutions including The Juilliard School (Music Theory/Harmony/Counterpoint), Interlochen Center for the Arts (Harpsichord Improvisation), and Athens Technical College (History of Popular Music), reflecting a commitment to both classical and contemporary music education.