Lisa J. Lehmberg

Lisa J. Lehmberg is a Professor of Music Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the Department of Music and Dance. She holds a PhD in Music Education from the University of South Florida, along with BM and MM degrees in Piano Performance from the University of Illinois. Her roles include Area Coordinator and Director of Faculty Mentoring & Development.

Her research focuses on general music education, music for students with special needs, world music education, and technology integration. Key interests include urban music education and senior citizens' music participation. She has presented at major conferences like the International Society for Music Education and National Association for Music Education.

Dr. Lehmberg authored The Challenges and Rewards of Urban Teaching and co-authored Music for Life: Music Participation and Quality of Life of Senior Citizens (Oxford University Press, 2016). Her recent work emphasizes music's role in enhancing quality of life for older adults, exploring participatory music practices in senior centers and cross-cultural music education.

Her publications span journals like Music Education International and Music Education Research International, as well as encyclopedia entries and edited volumes. Her research consistently bridges pedagogical innovation with real-world applications in diverse educational settings.