Announcing Dr. Lee Whitmore as MusicFirst's New Head of Sales & Marketing
We are excited to announce that Dr. Lee Whitmore has joined MusicFirst as our new Head of Sales & Marketing, beginning October 1, 2025.
Dr. Whitmore is a recognized leader in music and audio technology, music education, and strategic growth. Over the past 30+ years, he has held key leadership positions at organizations across both the commercial and nonprofit education sectors, including Focusrite Group, Avid, Sibelius, Korg USA, Berklee College of Music, and the GRAMMY Music Education Coalition.
His work has consistently bridged the gap between cutting-edge technology and meaningful educational outcomes. Lee is passionate about ensuring all young people have access to high-quality music education, a cause that continues to drive his efforts.
Whitmore earned his Doctorate in Music Education and Technology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and has authored well-regarded articles for The Washington Post, The Hechinger Report, NAfME, and the Inter-American Development Bank.
He also plays an active role in shaping the future of music technology education. He is a board member for We Make Noise and The MIDI Association, where he also serves on the executive board and co-chairs the MIDI in Music Education (MiME) Special Interest Group.
"I am thrilled and honored to be joining the MusicFirst team. I believe deeply in the power that MusicFirst and all its tools offer music educators, and I've repeatedly seen firsthand how they deliver significant learning outcomes for students of all ages." - Dr. Lee Whitmore
Dr. Whitmore's vision for innovation and equity in music education aligns deeply with MusicFirst's mission. We are thrilled to have him leading the Sales & Marketing team as we continue to grow our impact in schools across the world.
🎉Welcome, Dr. Lee Whitmore!
