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Josh Martin

@thejdmartin

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Phil. 1:6 . 📍East Texas
Singer-Actor . Voice Instructor . Pianist-MD
Line Dancer . Coke Zero Enthusiast
Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

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The cat’s out of the bag… I’m heading back to TX!

I’m so excited to share that I’ve been appointed as Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre in the Denard Haden School of Theatre and Dance at Stephen F. Austin State University! I can’t wait to join the SFA family this fall and begin working with the amazing MT students where I will teach applied voice lessons and music theory & musicianship.

God is so good! Here’s to an exciting new chapter!
Texas, I’ll see you soon! by @thejdmartin

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4 months ago

✨living the dream✨
#txeta #theatrefest taken in Moody Gardens by @thejdmartin

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13 days ago

In an ocean state of mind by @thejdmartin

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2 months ago

Performer, vocal pedagogue, and music director, Dr. Josh Martin joins the SFASU
faculty as an Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre. Dr. Martin has taken the theatrical
and concert stage nationwide in leading roles of musical theatre and opera. His
pedagogical approach to applied voice training centers on developing a strong vocal technique geared toward the stylistic and multi-aesthetic versatility required of the modern MT performer. An accomplished music director and coach, Dr. Martin
develops vocalists and ensembles equally from the podium and the piano across
musical theatre, CCM, choral, and classical genres. Dr. Martin holds degrees in Vocal
Performance from Vanguard University, Cal State Fullerton, and the University of Memphis. by @thejdmartin

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4 months ago

What’s up, Doc? 🎓

It still hasn’t fully set in yet, but I did the thing.
Doctor of Musical Arts: complete!

My sister asked me recently, “if you think back to Vanguard days [my undergrad alma mater], would you ever think you’d be here?” Honestly, probably not, but what a blessing my educational journey has been. So many highlights, tons of performances, a handful of speed bumps, and countless incredible memories. There are far too many people to thank for one post, but to all who’ve been a part of my academic journey - family, teachers, friends, and colleagues from K-12 to Vanguard to CSUF to UofM: your investment is more valuable and impactful than you could ever know! Thank you! It takes a village, and we did it y’all. To God be the glory!

As I look to the next chapter (different post for a different day), I’m excited to invest into my own students and keep sharing the joy of singing, but for now, I’m gonna take a two-week nap. by @thejdmartin

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5 months ago

This is a weird week of lasts.

- On Saturday, I had my last mainstage UofM performance.
- Today, I had my last studio class with my MT students.
- Tomorrow, I have my last voice lesson.
- Tomorrow is my last day of classes as a university student.
- This Saturday, I give my final student recital ever.

The time flies. I’m so grateful for what’s to come but also can’t help feeling a little sentimental. This semester (really, this whole degree) has been such a wild ride. The grind has been incredibly challenging, but I pause to realize the accomplishment. Soon, it’ll all be a memory. A pleasure that I haven’t fully processed.

From one to anybody out there who needs to hear it, pause and soak in the moment. It flies by. by @thejdmartin

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6 months ago

One Night Only!

Join me on May 2nd at 4:30pm for “Baritenor: a DMA Musical Theatre Cabaret,” my final doctoral performance!

This cabaret follows my dissertation research, exploring the role of the baritenor voice in musical theatre and the various style and vocal aesthetic requirements of the middle-voiced Broadway Leading Man. I’ll be joined by vocalist Shelbi Sellers and music director & pianist Nathan Thomas as we perform a lineup of baritenor hits throughout musical theatre history.

Join us onstage in Harris Hall at the University of Memphis or via YouTube livestream as I celebrate this incredible academic journey with one final bow! by @thejdmartin

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6 months ago

Introducing Dr. Josh Martin!

I’ve been cheesing all day! These past 80 weeks have certainly paid off. 5 semesters to complete a DMA is wild, but it’s all worth it for that Dr.

A huge shoutout to my doctoral committee, family, and friends for all the support and encouragement along the way, and the biggest shoutout to God for the strength and ability to do this thing.

I can’t wait to walk across that stage in two months and am even more excited for what God has on the horizon next! by @thejdmartin

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7 months ago

Last 1st Day of School! Let’s get this DMA!!! taken in University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music by @thejdmartin

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9 months ago

Big News!
As I head into the final semester of my DMA, I’m so excited to share that I have been appointed as the Visiting Instructor of Musical Theatre Voice at the University of Memphis for Spring 2026!

I can’t wait to work with 20 incredible MT students this semester, teaching applied lessons and leading the MT cohort Studio Class! A huge thank you to the Musical Theatre faculty and Department of Theatre & Dance administration for this amazing opportunity as they conduct their nation-wide search.

Let’s GOOOOO taken in University of Memphis Department of Theatre & Dance by @thejdmartin

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9 months ago

2025
A year of incredible productivity, some trying times, and many wonderful memories! As drained as 2025 often left me, I look back on my accomplishments with pride and on the memories with great joy:

- Recap -
• Started the year with family
• Watched the Seahawks play in LA
• Refocused on my faith
• Took the stage as Sam in scenes from Susannah and as Joe in The Most Happy Fella (it was so nice to be back in MT!)
• Visited Graceland
• Survived a venomous bite (yikes)
• Spent the summer in SoCal and waxed out a full semester’s worth of academic coursework
• Visited family in Arizona
• Rang in my 30s!
• Enjoyed my first Michelin Star experience
• Hit the beach a number of times
• Visited the Happiest Place on Earth twice
• Enjoyed several nights at the theater
• Moved to a new place in Memphis
• Taught Art Song Literature this fall
• Performed a successful classical solo recital
• Refocused my studies onto cross-over voice and dove headfirst into musical theater again
• Danced many a line dance and country two step
• Passed my Doctoral Qualifying Exams in history and theory
• Restarted my gym journey
• Got plugged in with my church’s worship team
• Vacationed with my family in Maui
• Defended and passed my Comprehensive Exams
• Performed in my church’s Christmas spectacular
• Defended my dissertation proposal and got the green light
• Completed my remaining doctoral coursework
• Officially reached ABD status
• Wrapped the year with family and friends

2025 has been a good one! Heading into the new year, there’s a lot on the horizon - some things known, many completely unknown. Regardless, I trust it’s going to be a great year! Here’s to 2026! by @thejdmartin

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10 months ago

4 Weeks Away!

I’m happy to announce that on Saturday, Sept. 27th I’ll be presenting one of my DMA recitals, entitled “Love Letters,” in collaboration with the incredible Amy Nguyen. This program will showcase a variety of wonderful classical and operatic pieces with a fun musical theater scene to close. Join us at 5:30pm CDT in Harris Hall on campus at the University of Memphis, or catch the livestream online! taken in University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music by @thejdmartin

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