Professional music education in Dahlonega, Georgia

UNG Shott Performance Hall is a prestigious school located at 322 Georgia Circle in Dahlonega, Georgia, United States. The institution has received numerous accolades, including the 2022 Chapter of Excellence in Professional Development and the 2022 UNG Fraternity & Sorority Life Community Service Excellence Award. Dr. Joe Chapman, a renowned professor in UNG's Department of Music, was named the Georgia Music Teachers Association Teacher of the Year. The UNG Music Department boasts a packed schedule of nearly 40 concerts during the spring semester. Additionally, UNG senior Sharon Tran was honored with the 2023 National Association for Music Education Collegiate Professional Achievement Award. Dr. Lee Barrow will have one of his handbell choir pieces published by the Beckenhorst Press in 2024, while Dr. David Peoples, a part-time UNG faculty member in music theory and composition, will have one of his compositions released by Navona Records on a holiday compilation. The institution prioritizes web accessibility, following the section 508 Standards and WCAG 2.0 guidelines. For content in alternative formats, individuals can contact the ADA Coordinator. Please note that the use of military-themed imagery does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense.