Steve Newbrough

Steve Newbrough serves as an Applied Lecturer of Guitar in the Department of Performing Arts within the College of Arts and Humanities at Clemson University. He also holds teaching positions at Furman University and directs the Summit Academy of Music, an arts organization serving the Western North Carolina region.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Music from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts under Joseph Pecoraro
• Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance from the University of Minnesota (2008) under Jeffrey Van

As an eclectic performer, Newbrough's artistic practice spans diverse genres including classical guitar, gospel choir accompaniment, contemporary ensemble works with dancers, and international touring with the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet. His research interests reflect this breadth through practical music education applications, demonstrated by his creation of videoguitarglossary.com—a specialized resource for music terminology. Current teaching responsibilities include Beginning Class Guitar and Intermediate Class Guitar courses at Clemson University.

Professional activities extend to chamber music direction and community arts leadership through the Summit Academy of Music, emphasizing accessible music education in regional communities.