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Dr. Matthew Arau serves as an Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Education Department at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, where he also conducts the Symphonic Band. An internationally renowned speaker, coach, and author, he founded Upbeat Global to advance leadership and mindfulness in educational and organizational contexts.
His research and professional focus centers on transformative practices in music education:
- Music Education
- Educational Leadership
- Mindfulness Applications
- Wellness Integration
- Growth Mindset Cultivation
- Rehearsal Technique Innovation
- Positive Culture Development
With 29 years of conducting and teaching experience, Dr. Arau empowers individuals through gratitude-based approaches to unlock potential. His work spans 40 U.S. states and 4 continents, including conducting honor bands in Australia, Thailand, Greece, Cyprus, and Malaysia. He has trained thousands of high school students through Upbeat Leadership Workshops and authored the bestselling book "Upbeat! Mindset, Mindfulness and Leadership in Music Education and Beyond".
