Bradley Brookshire

Dr. Bradley Brookshire is a distinguished musician with a diverse educational background, including a B.Mus. in musicology from the University of Michigan, an M.Mus. in Historical Performance from Mannes College, and a Ph.D. in musicology from CUNY Graduate Center.

With a decade-long tenure as an Assistant Conductor and harpsichordist at the prestigious Metropolitan Opera from 2010 to 2020, Dr. Brookshire has showcased his talent in eight opera productions.

Currently serving as a Professor of Music at Purchase College within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Dr. Brookshire also imparts his knowledge as a guest lecturer at renowned institutions like The Juilliard School and Yale University.

A published scholar, Dr. Brookshire's work focuses on keyboard music, particularly the works of Byrd and Chopin. His recording of Bach's French Suites in 2001 received critical acclaim and was highlighted by the New York Times.

Outside the realm of traditional musicology, Dr. Brookshire delves into applying theories such as complex systems theory, process theory, and agent-based modeling to explore musicological complexities. He also engages in discourse surrounding art and agency.

With an illustrious career and a broad academic spectrum, Dr. Bradley Brookshire stands as a prolific figure in the world of music, academia, and research.