Ashley Conway is the Music Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Music Education at Brenau University. At Brenau, she directs Vocal Chamber Ensemble (lobby performing choir – GMEA, 2022), and Spectrum Singers Ensemble, and teaches music education courses, aural skills, and conducting. Dr. Conway’s previous appointments have included public and private schools, colleges and universities, churches, and community music programs throughout the United States. She is an active scholar, guest conductor, and adjudicator, and is a founder and conductor of the professional treble choir, Lux, with her colleague Emily Allison (GA-ACDA performance, 2024; GMEA and ACDA Southern Region performances, 2026).
Dr. Conway holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in music education from Brenau University, and the University of Georgia. She earned the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in choral conducting from Arizona State University. Her research interests include women’s choirs, and music and hearing loss. When not making music, Dr. Conway loves spending time with her wonderful husband, Bradley, and fabulous daughters, Mia and Zoe.
Published work
“Authenticity, Collaboration, Connection, and Growth: Exploring the ACDA International Activities Mentorship Program and the Power of YOU!” Choral Journal vol. 61, no. 10 (May 2021)