Mark Buckles

Director of Music at Arlington Street Church

Mark David Buckles is a multifaceted musician and educator based in Boston. He currently serves as a Lecturer and Affiliated Artist of Music Theory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).1 2

Buckles' professional profile is diverse and impressive:

Musical Expertise

Mark is a conductor, composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist.1 His musical talents extend to various roles and activities:

Director of Music at Arlington Street Church in Boston
Music Director of The Sanctuary Boston
Prolific composer and arranger of choral, vocal, and instrumental music
Acclaimed performer and worship leader

Educational Background

Buckles has a strong academic foundation in music:

Master of Music in Conducting from Boston University College of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Music in Composition from the University of Michigan School of Music
Additional studies in counterpoint and harmony at La Scola Cantorum and L'Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris
Graduate of the Conductors' Institute at Bard College

Teaching Experience

In addition to his current position at MIT, Mark has previously taught at:

Boston University
University of Massachusetts Lowell

Mark David Buckles is known for his reverent spirit and infectious energy when leading worship and music services throughout the country.1 His versatility as a musician, educator, and leader makes him a valuable asset to the music community in Boston and beyond.