Brinckmeyer named Lowell Mason Fellow

The National Association for Music Education (MENC) named Dr. Lynn M. Brinckmeyer, an associate professor of music and the director of Choral Music Education at Texas State University, as one of three Lowell Mason Fellows for the year. She will be formally recognized in a June 26 ceremony during MENC’s 2011 Music Education Week in Washington, DC.

Brinckmeyer teaches graduate and undergraduate courses and directs the Texas State Women’s Choir. Additionally, she has conducted all-state choirs, honor choirs, lectured, presented master classes and performed in 47 states and 11 countries. She previously served as president of MENC.

Lowell Mason (1792-1872) is credited with introducing music instruction to American public schools and establishing teacher training in music education. Lowell Mason Fellows are individuals who have advanced MENC’s mission of music education for all. Since 2002, Lowell Mason Fellowships have recognized outstanding music educators, advocates, business leaders, and other individuals who have made enduring contributions to the field of music education.

“Music education makes a significant, positive difference in the lives of students,” says Scott C. Shuler, president of MENC. “It is therefore both important and appropriate to recognize these individuals, who have made outstanding contributions to ensuring that our nation’s children receive a quality music education.”

Read more about the Lowell Mason Fellows at www.menc.org.