Thomas G. Warner, Jr.

Thomas G. Warner, Jr. serves as Lecturer and Assistant Director of Bands at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University within the College of Humanities Arts and Sciences and Music Department. His role encompasses wind band pedagogy, course instruction, and assisting the Director of Bands across the university band program under the Division of Student Affairs.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Music Education from University of North Carolina at Greensboro (1970)
• Master of Music Education from Florida State University (2005)
• B.A. in Music from Morris Brown College (2003)

Warner's research centers on practical music education challenges, particularly wind band instruction and pandemic-responsive ensemble models. His work addresses implementation of national standards and access for marginalized student populations, with recent focus on safe performance protocols during health crises.

His 2020 scholarship on COVID-19 scenarios for marching bands demonstrates applied research addressing contemporary challenges in ensemble performance and music education continuity.

Warner actively teaches Band Methods, Brass Pedagogy, and Clinical Practice courses while directing five major ensembles. His service includes professional roles in music education organizations since 2003, contributing to curriculum development and student recruitment initiatives.

As Assistant Director of Bands, he leads the University Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Trumpet Choir, Brass Choir, and Pep Band, providing diverse performance experiences that form the core of student musical development in the program.