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Dr. David P. Lewis serves as a Professor of Music Education within the Fine Arts Department at Glenville State College, a position he has held since 2008 after transitioning from 24 years of high school music teaching in Pennsylvania. His instructional portfolio encompasses foundational courses including Music Theory, Music History, Class Piano, and Instrumental Methods, shaping the next generation of music educators through comprehensive pedagogical training.
His academic credentials feature a Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Education from Shenandoah University (2007), supplemented by a Master of Arts (1994) and Bachelor of Science (1981) in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, establishing deep expertise in educational methodology and musical scholarship.
Dr. Lewis's research program centers on instrumental music education with emphatic focus on curriculum architecture and historical context. He pioneers frameworks for developing comprehensive band curricula tailored to middle-level and small high school programs, investigates improvisation pedagogy within standards-based rehearsals, and documents the evolutionary trajectory of wind band repertoire. His scholarship bridges theoretical knowledge with practical classroom application, addressing systemic challenges in music education through evidence-based solutions.
His 2011-2013 publication sequence reveals a cohesive scholarly arc examining curriculum design, historical foundations, and innovative teaching techniques in wind band education. These works collectively advance understanding of musicianship development, repertoire selection, and standards implementation, establishing him as a significant contributor to music education literature with practical implications for band directors nationwide.
Dr. Lewis actively engages with Glenville State College's musical ecosystem through original compositions including "The Hills of Armagh" for Concert Band (2013) and "Romance for Woodwinds and Piano" for Woodwind Ensemble (2014), demonstrating his dual commitment to scholarly contribution and artistic creation within the campus community.
