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Matt Hodge is an Associate Professor and Program Director of Interdisciplinary Arts at William Peace University. His work bridges music composition, popular culture studies, and arts education. He holds an MFA in Composition (Media Scoring Emphasis) from Vermont College of Fine Arts, alongside degrees from Campbellsville University.
Education:
- BA in Theory and Composition, Campbellsville University
- MA in Music, Campbellsville University
- MFA in Composition (Media Scoring Emphasis), Vermont College of Fine Arts
Research Interests: Hodge explores intersections between music and interdisciplinary arts, focusing on topics like film soundtracks, game music design, Broadway trends, and the cultural impact of Disney. His work often critiques how music shapes identity, spirituality, and global narratives in media.
Awards & Recognition:
- Amazon Bestseller for Cool Cats and a Hot Mouse: A History of Jazz and Disney
- Four national writing awards
- Dozen award nominations as a writer/composer/educator
- International competition finalist in six categories
Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Hodge has collaborated on five undergraduate degree programs and contributed to interdisciplinary arts initiatives across multiple universities. His professional memberships include BMI, NFAA, and AEA.
Labs & Teams: Involved in Gravy Italian Restaurant collaborations, NYC celebrity events, and international music projects spanning 30+ countries. Active in theatre productions, game prototype scoring, and music entrepreneurship ventures.
