Jeffery Goolsby

About

Dr. Jeffery Goolsby serves as Director of Choral Studies at Abilene Christian University, where he conducts the A Cappella Chorus, University Chorale, and Chamber Singers. He teaches courses in choral conducting and choral methods while supervising the choral music education program. His program is dedicated to artistic excellence, transformational musical experiences, and high-impact community engagement. Dr. Goolsby holds the Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from Abilene Christian University, where he was named a University Scholar, the Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from Louisiana State University, and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Choral Conducting from Texas Tech University. Prior to joining the ACU faculty, he taught for ten years in successful high school choral music programs in the Dallas and Houston areas. He is in demand as a clinician, consultant, and adjudicator throughout the state and has served in numerous regional and state capacities with TMEA, ACDA, and UIL. Professional affiliations include TMEA, TCDA, ACDA, NCCO, TMAA, and Pi Kappa Lambda.

Education & Qualifications

DMA Choral Conducting (Texas Tech University), MM Choral Conducting (Louisiana State University), BM Music Education (Abilene Christian University)

Teaching Styles