Jason Salazar

Dr. Jason Salazar is a Professor of Music at Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, where he provides leadership for the Worship Leadership and Music Technology programs. He teaches courses in music and worship leadership and is actively engaged in both academic and professional music domains.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Leadership (Religion/Ministry), University of the Cumberlands
• M.M. in Composition, Missouri State University
• B.A. in Music, Evangel University

His research and professional interests center on Worship Leadership, Music Technology, Composition, and Church Music. He has extensive experience as a songwriter, arranger, conductor, and producer, contributing creatively to churches, national ministries, and commercial projects. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical music leadership in religious contexts.

Though specific publications are not listed, his creative and scholarly output includes compositions, arrangements, and articles in national music magazines, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary engagement between music, theology, and technology.

Scientific and Professional Awards:

• Orville and Jewell Mills Young Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching, Scholarship, and Service (2014)

Dr. Salazar mentors students through his academic roles in music and worship programs. While no specific grants are mentioned, his professional work includes managing copyrights and music licensing for major platforms like Netflix and organizations such as the Harry Fox Agency and Gospel Publishing House, indicating significant project and resource leadership.

He is actively involved in professional communities, including ASCAP, Pi Kappa Lambda, and the Hymn Society. He serves as Instrumental Director at Central Assembly since 2012, previously holding the same role at James River Church from 2001 to 2010, demonstrating long-term leadership in church music ministries.