Joseph M. Pisano, Ph.D., is an industry innovator, educator, clinician and lecturer, trumpeter and conductor, and the creator of many music and education websites. He is currently the Vice President of Innovation and Engagement at Keystone Ridge Designs, Inc.
After twenty-three years as a professor and administrator in higher education, he made the move into industry in 2018. As one of the youngest full professors in Grove City's history, he served in many capacities during his tenure including Professor of music, Director of Music and Fine Arts Technology, Technical Director of the Pew Fine Arts Center, Associate/Assistant Chair of Music and Fine Arts, Director of Jazz Studies.
He finished his tenure at the college as the Director of Bands, where he directed the college's Symphonic Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, Pep Band, and various smaller ensembles. He continues to guest direct bands, consult with music programs, and adjudicate ensembles and programs today.
He has been named a TI:ME Teacher of the Year, received the JEN Jazz Educator Award, the PA Citation of Excellence, and named a "member for life" of the PA Intercollegiate Bandmasters Association. He is a past Vice President of the Technology Institute for Music Educators, an associate member of the American Bandmasters Association, a past President of the PA Intercollegiate Bandmasters Association, and a member of various education and music honoraries.
He has written for numerous publications including DCI Magazine, Teaching Music Magazine, SBO, and was the Educational Editor for In-Tune Monthly Magazine for eight years; he has contributed hundreds of articles to various publications. He is an active conductor, trumpeter, clinician, and educator. Find out more at his website: JPisano.com.
I noticed this a while ago! It’s a lot of fun, although it takes some getting used to to click the button that says “Divvy spoils t’ all ye’ mateys!” when I want to post on someone’s wall!
I’ve been using this little Easter egg for the past two years. Generally I find it very entertaining, but at times it can be confusing for myself and others. After I’d been using English (pirate) for about a year I forgot that facebook had this thing called a “wall”. I kept talking about people writing on my “plank” and no one had any idea what I was talking about.
However, I think the amusement benefits far exceed any confusion.