Joe W. Moore III

Dr. Joe W. Moore III is a percussionist, educator, and composer currently serving as Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington's Music department. He has held previous faculty positions at University of Louisiana Monroe, Benedict College, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and University of Texas at Brownsville.

• Active performer with Omojo Percussion Duo and Ninkasi Percussion Group
• Corporate sponsorships from Vic Firth, REMO, Pearl Drums, SABIAN, and Black Swamp Percussion
• Current teaching responsibilities include Commercial Music Ensemble, Digital Music Technology, and Private Percussion Lessons

Education:

• Doctor of Musical Arts (2014) - Louisiana State University
• Master of Music (2011) - University of South Carolina
• Bachelor of Music (2009) - University of Central Florida

Research interests focus on New Music creation, contemporary Music Composition techniques, and Percussion Pedagogy innovations. His work spans multiple subfields including World Music/Percussion (Steel Drums, Brazilian Samba, Mexican Marimba, Afro-Cuban Drumming) and Digital Music Technology applications.

Performance history includes appearances at major conferences like Percussive Arts Society International Convention and Texas Music Educators Association Convention, with a particular focus on chamber music and solo performances across four continents.

Scientific awards include:

• Certificate of Appreciation (2014)

Professional service includes committee memberships with Percussive Arts Society Leadership Academy Steering Committee (2018-present) and Composition Committee (2014-present), along with extensive community engagement through musical performances at educational institutions and public events.