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Drew Xavier Coles is a Lecturer in the Music & Music Education Program at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he directs the Hybrid Master of Arts in Music & Music Education Program. He previously served as Executive Director of the Crane Institute for Music Business and Chair of Music Business at SUNY Potsdam, leading curriculum development and strategic initiatives. With degrees from SUNY Potsdam (B.M.), Queens College (M.A.), Metropolitan College of New York (M.B.A.), and Teachers College (Ed.D.), Coles combines expertise in music education, entrepreneurship, and business administration.
- Education: B.M. (SUNY Potsdam), M.A. Jazz Performance (Queens College), M.B.A. (Metropolitan College of New York), Ed.D. Music Education (Teachers College, Columbia University)
- Research Interests: Culturally responsive pedagogy, music technology integration, mentorship in higher education, jazz pedagogy, improvisation, and arts entrepreneurship.
His publications span topics like collaborative pedagogy, music entrepreneurship, and technology's role in education. Coles actively serves on editorial boards for Music Educators Journal, College Music Symposium, and the Journal of Educational Thought. His industry experience includes leadership roles at Pro Arts Management & Consulting LLC and the International Chamber Orchestra of America.
Cooperates with grants and programs focused on curriculum innovation and arts accessibility. Leads labs focused on technology-driven music education and entrepreneurship. Current projects emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to music education and the psychological dimensions of performance.
