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Mehmet Dede is an Associate Professor of Music and Performing Arts Management at The Hartt School (University of Hartford). He is an internationally acclaimed Music Curator, Festival Producer, and Tour Promoter with over 20 years of experience in cultural programming and entrepreneurship.
Education:
- MA, New York University
- BS, Istanbul Technical University
- Executive Program, University of Pennsylvania
His research and professional work focuses on global music programming, cultural diplomacy, and live event management, emphasizing the integration of diverse musical traditions into mainstream platforms.
Awards and honors include:
- 2021 globalFEST Impact Award
- Belle K. Ribicoff Prize (University of Hartford)
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (London)
Dede is also the Director of Programming at Drom, a renowned New York City venue for world music, and co-founder of the NY Gypsy Festival. He has collaborated with institutions like Lincoln Center and the Kennedy Center, and his consulting expertise extends to agencies in France, Hungary, England, Poland, and Romania.
