Dr. Joshua Pifer is Associate Professor of Piano and Keyboard Area Head at Valdosta State University and also serves as Artist Faculty at the Blue Lake Fine Arts Festival. Prior to his appointment at Valdosta State, he held positions at Auburn University and Florida State University. Praised for his “sensitivity,” “color,” and “depth” in performance, Joshua has appeared in concert across three continents and in 27 U.S. states. He currently serves as Vice President of Programs for the Georgia Music Teachers Association. As both a pedagogue and performer, he believes that music is a tool for inspiration.