Music Technologist • Educator • Interactive Media Producer

About Me

me@grahamspice.com

+1 (540) 460-8345

My work spans from directing collaborative audio programs at Shenandoah Conservatory to audio engineering and developing interactive media. I am passionate about equipping the next generation of audio professionals with the technical mastery and creative adaptability needed for the evolving media landscape.

Academic Employment

2018 - Present

Associate Professor of Music

Shenandoah Conservatory at Shenandoah University - Winchester, VA USA

Music Production & Recording Technology
Program Director, Bachelor of Arts in Collaborative Audio Arts
  • Teach courses in music production, recording technology, electronic music synthesis, game audio, audio for film/video, live sound reinforcement, studio maintenance, and networking
    Develop a curriculum integrating AI-assisted audio tools, including stem separation technologies, intelligent mastering (iZotope Ozone), spectral repair (iZotope RX), and adaptive EQ processing
  • Direct and coordinate Global Game Jam at Shenandoah University, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between audio, game design, and visual arts students
  • Maintain music technology studios and facilities; serve on school-wide and university committees
  • Direct recruitment activities and advise majors in BA.CAA and MPRT degree programs

2025 - 2026

Visiting Associate Professor of Music

Rangsit Conservatory of Music at Rangsit University – Pathum Thani, Thailand

  • Sabbatical appointment teaching advanced courses in mixing techniques, audio mastering, and electronic music history/composition to ESL international students
  • Integrate AI audio tools into curriculum, including comparative analysis of stem separation technologies (Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Demucs, Gaudio Studio, LALAL.AI, and others)
  • Contribute to Conservatory productions and co-author research for Rangsit Music Journal
  • Develop ESL-friendly instructional materials, translating complex audio engineering concepts for international learners

2006 - 2018

Audio Engineer and Instructor

Washington and Lee University – Lexington, VA

Director, Electronic Music Ensemble (2011-2015)
Director, Modern Music Ensemble (2009-2010)
  • Created and directed Electronic Music Ensemble, conducting student performances of electronic and electroacoustic repertoire
  • Developed music technology program with courses in electronic composition, recording techniques, audio theory, and live sound
  • Created and directed the annual Music Business Seminar featuring guest speakers and industry activities
  • Established the Department of Music as an Avid Learning Partner offering official Pro Tools certification
  • Directed and engineered all Department of Music performances, including orchestra, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, choirs, and chamber ensembles with audio and multi-camera video

Education

2010 - 2011

Master of Science, Music Technology – Summa Cum Laude

Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis, USA

Thesis: “Textbook of Electronic Dance Music” – comprehensive curriculum resource covering six foundational EDM genres, their historical contexts, compositional techniques, and production methodologies. Currently in active use in electronic music courses.

1993 - 1997

Bachelor of Music, Commercial Music with Music Business Emphasis

Belmont University, Nashville, TN USA