I am honored to serve as Interim Dean of The Crane School of Music, a school founded on the ideals and dreams of Julia Crane, a remarkable woman who re-imagined teacher education and created the first college program for training public school music teachers in the country.
The Crane School continues to be mindful of that legacy, while always seeking new ways to teach, to learn, to foster creativity, to explore, and to achieve musical and scholarly excellence. It is a privilege to be a partner in these endeavors with our outstanding faculty and staff, all in support of our wonderful students who join us during such a crucial time in their lives.
The Crane School is an integral part of the SUNY Potsdam campus, a community comprised of persons with diverse cultures, ethnicities, gender and racial identities, backgrounds, and histories. We are committed to our ongoing work to ensure that Crane remains an inclusive and welcoming place. All are welcome here.
Crane's commitment to artistic engagement is a vital part of SUNY Potsdam's vision for cultural leadership in the North Country, throughout the state of New York, and far beyond. I encourage you to explore this website to learn more about our programs, faculty, facilities, and performances. And I invite you to share in our vision, and join us as audience members, supporters, students, alumni, friends, and members of the wider community.
Dr. David Heuser
Interim Dean, The Crane School of Music
SUNY Potsdam