“To go back to where it all began for me—and hopefully shed some light to the students—really felt like a rite of passage,” says Mark G. Meadows about visiting faculty artist Warren Wolf’s Jazz Seminar in February as a guest speaker. He offered students a candid look at what it means to build a dynamic career shaped by discipline, curiosity, and community.
Meadows has become a dynamic presence across jazz, theater, and popular music. He served as Associate Music Director, conductor, and pianist for The Outsiders, which earned 12 Tony nominations in 2024 and won four, including Best Musical. He now serves as Musical Director for Cynthia Erivo, supporting her on a sold‑out symphony tour.
“To go back to where it all began for me—and hopefully shed some light to the students—really felt like a rite of passage,” says Mark G. Meadows about visiting faculty artist Warren Wolf’s Jazz Seminar in February as a guest speaker. He offered students a candid look at what it means to build a dynamic career shaped by discipline, curiosity, and community.
Meadows has become a dynamic presence across jazz, theater, and popular music. He served as Associate Music Director, conductor, and pianist for The Outsiders, which earned 12 Tony nominations in 2024 and won four, including Best Musical. He now serves as Musical Director for Cynthia Erivo, supporting her on a sold‑out symphony tour.
Meadows notes how his early years at Peabody continue to anchor his work. “The recitals really taught me how to ‘put on a show,’” he says. “My first few albums were literally the setlist for my recitals. I still play those songs to this day.”
Faculty artist Warren Wolf saw Meadows’ standout performances in The Outsiders and the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and admires his career trajectory. “He’s truly a genius at his craft,” Wolf says.
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Website: Mark G. Meadows
LinkedIn: Mark G. Meadows | LinkedIn
YouTube: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025