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About Dr. Robert Bryant

Dr. Robert L. Bryant III is an assistant professor of music and music education coordinator at Tennessee State University. He earned degrees from Florida A&M University (B.S.), Florida State University (M.M.E.), Georgia Southern University (M.Ed.) and Mercer University (Ph.D.). Before his current role, Dr. Bryant taught middle school and high school band in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama in urban, suburban and rural Title I schools. Bryant was recognized as a 2022 Yamaha “40 Under 40” music educator.

Teaching Music in High-Need Schools: Sustainability

In the 7th and final part of this series, we look at facing the challenge of sustaining music programs, particularly in Title I schools.

Teaching Music in High-Need Schools: Retention

In part 6 of this series, we look at ways to retain students and foster program growth.

Teaching Music in High-Need Schools: Funding

In part 5 of this series, we look at funding your music program, from federal funds to fundraising and partnerships.

Teaching Music in High-Need Schools: Best Practices for Student Success

In Part 4 of this series, we discuss proven methods and strategies for developing exceptional student musicians in high-need schools.

Teaching Music in High Need Schools: Defining Success

In Part 3 of this series, we share how to build curricula and create experiences that give our students the best chance to succeed.

Teaching Music in High Need Schools: Building Rapport

In Part 2 of this series, we explore ways to build rapport with students, parents, administrators and community partners.

Teaching Music in High-Need Schools: Recruitment

In Part 1 of this series, we look at three essential and data-driven practices to excel at recruiting for your music program.

Incorporate Popular Music into Traditional Ensembles

Involve your students to infuse current and popular music into performances.

Shine the Spotlight on Community Engagement

College music programs act as liaisons and bring numerous stakeholders together to make a positive impact in the communities they serve.

Funding Your Music Program: Crowdfunding, Grants and Partnerships

With tightening fiscal constraints, music educators must look to other funding opportunities, including crowdfunding, grants and partnerships.

Utilize E-Portfolios to Improve Equity in Student Assessment

Improve equity in assessment with e-portfolios that captures contextually rich digital evidence of student performance.

Case Study: “Grow Your Own” Program Increases Access and Eliminates Barriers

Tennessee State University revitalized and accelerated its educator-preparation program thanks to a $2 million grant from the state department of education.

Student Leadership

5 Student-Led Recruitment Strategies That Work!

Make students the face of your program and empower them to lead the charge in your recruitment efforts.