Brad Decker’s music focuses on the concept of interaction, and each work does so in a unique way (i.e. performer/composer interactivity; combining eras of technology; exploring disparate gestures and timbres; juxtaposing spaces and architectural ratios; etc.). His music has been performed in Australia, Italy, France, Brazil, and Canada, as well as at numerous festivals in the United States. As a teacher, he stresses positive, creative exploration, and refined clarity of expression. His classes usually center on the discovery of new ideas through critical thinking and focused observation. Dr. Decker received his DMA in music composition from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He received his MM in music theory and composition at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Currently he teaches music composition, electronic music, and theory at Eastern Illinois University.
