George Dougherty

George Dougherty is Professor of Music and Director of Bands at Toccoa Falls College. His educational background includes a Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Carolina University (formerly Piedmont Bible College). Dougherty has extensive teaching experience spanning institutions like Fresno Pacific University and Simpson College.

His research focuses on cornet solo literature from the wind band era, brass quintet development, and the pedagogy of Robert Nagel. Dougherty has published scholarly articles, sound recordings, and musical arrangements. Professional engagements include performances with orchestras internationally and roles as Artistic Director of Artisans in Brass.

• 2019 Faculty of Impact Award
• 2018 Faculty Scholar of the Year Award
• 2015 Teaching Excellence Award

He maintains professional memberships in the International Trumpet Guild and National Association for Music Education.