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Led by Dr. Phyllis E. Johnson-Porter, a highly experienced and dedicated music educator, TMEC is committed to empowering school superintendents, school administrators, and educators to create transformative music programs.
About the Founder
Dr. Phyllis E. Johnson-Porter
Dr. Phyllis E. Johnson-Porter is a graduate of Bennett College, Greensboro, North Carolina, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education. She received her Master of Music degree and all three levels of certification in Orff-Schulwerk from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music in Cincinnati, Ohio. She received certification in Discipline-Based Music Education from Armstrong-Atlantic University in Savannah, Georgia, and the Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Porter has 34+ years of public-school teaching experience, and has taught in Cincinnati, Ohio, Hamilton, Ohio, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Jackson, Mississippi, Atlanta, Georgia, and Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Porter was selected as Richmond County (Augusta, Georgia) School System’s 2016 Teacher of the Year and was the recipient of the Perry Publishing and Broadcasting 2016 Educator of the Year Award.
In 2020, Dr. Porter acquired STEM Endorsement from Augusta University, and in 2022, facilitated the first-place win for Belair K-8 School in the Elementary Music Division of the STEAMIFY Competition, which was hosted by Augusta University. In 2024, Dr. Porter became a member of the Georgia Council for the Arts K12 Teaching Artists Registry as an Arts and Education Professional Learning Provider. She is the published author of The Children’s Church Choir: A Handbook for Children’s Choir Directors and Those Desiring to Develop A Ministry of Music for Children. Dr. Porter’s educational growth and development has been nurtured by her loving and supportive family, phenomenal teachers, and amazing students. Dr. Porter is married to Reverend Dr. Donald Porter.
Benefits of our program
Our tailored consulting services are designed to guide educators through innovative approaches and methodologies that transcend traditional music education practices. By integrating interdisciplinary connections, fostering discipline-based instruction, and embracing the transformative power of the arts, we unlock new possibilities for teaching and learning. At TMEC, we are committed to aligning our sessions with national music standards and local/district requirements. This ensures that your music program not only meets but exceeds expectations. Whether you’re seeking to incorporate integrative STEAM education, discipline-based music education, the Orff Schulwerk approach, ArtsNow, or choral techniques integrated into general music instruction, we provide the expertise and guidance you need.
We believe in viewing music education through a different set of lenses. By challenging conventional methods and embracing innovative strategies, we empower educators to inspire lifelong musical growth in their students. Our goal is to create a nurturing and transformative environment where music becomes a catalyst for personal and artistic development. With our collaborative approach, we work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, goals, and curriculum frameworks. This allows us to customize our consulting sessions to address their specific challenges and objectives. We believe in the power of individualized education and strive to provide guidance, support, and practical strategies to help you create impactful music programs.
Join us on this transformative journey, where music education becomes a gateway to creativity, self-expression, and lifelong appreciation of the arts. Together, let us unlock the potential of music and inspire a new generation of musicians and music enthusiasts.
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Lifelong Impact
Ready to transform your music education program? Book a consultation today and embark on a journey of innovative and impactful teaching practices.
Empowering educators, transforming minds, and unlocking the transformative power of music education.