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Jason Slaughter is an Instructor in the Department of Music at Mars Hill University. He holds a Ph.D. from Rutgers University (2017), an M.A. from New York University (2011), an M.M. from the University of Nevada Las Vegas (2008), and a B.M. from Mars Hill College (2005). His research focuses on contemporary big band music, contemporary classical music, media studies, and modern philosophy. Dr. Slaughter has performed with renowned musicians such as Joe Lovano and Lenny Pickett, and in venues like Lincoln Center and the Blue Note jazz club. He has also taught at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, Stevens Institute of Technology, and as an elementary music teacher in New York City. His compositions have been performed internationally, and he emphasizes music's role in revealing 'unconcealed truth' about human unity and potential.
Education:
- Ph.D., Music, Rutgers University, 2017
- M.A., Music, New York University, 2011
- M.M., Music, University of Nevada Las Vegas, 2008
- B.M., Music, Mars Hill College, 2005
Performance Background: Extensive experience in jazz with prominent artists, musicals in Las Vegas (e.g., Phantom of the Opera), and classical performances worldwide. Compositions performed in the U.S., Canada, Italy, and South Korea.
Teaching Experience: Previous roles at UNLV, Stevens Institute of Technology, and P.S. 158 NYC. Advocates for music as a transformative force in personal and collective growth.
