Robert Thompson

I’m a musician, educator, and music business professional with over 10 years of experience in the music industry. I hold a master’s degree in Music Business from Berklee College of Music and have released eight full-length albums, touring internationally as a performing artist. My career includes guest lectures, workshops, and a strong focus on connecting academic insight with real-world practice.

Currently, I serve as adjunct faculty at Prince George’s Community College in the Washington, D.C. area, where I teach Music Business & Entrepreneurship and Survey of American Popular Music. My teaching philosophy blends creativity with business strategy, helping students understand how to thrive artistically while building sustainable careers.

I’m passionate about supporting the next generation of musicians, sharing the tools, mindset, and industry knowledge they need to succeed in a rapidly changing landscape. Whether on stage or in the classroom, I’m driven by music, learning, and community.

Over a decade of experience as a professional musician, educator, and music business specialist. Released eight full-length albums and toured internationally, gaining firsthand insight into the global music landscape. Led music workshops and guest lectures, bridging performance, entrepreneurship, and education.

Earned a Master’s in Music Business from Berklee College of Music and currently serve as adjunct faculty at Prince George’s Community College in the Washington, D.C. area. Teach Music Business & Entrepreneurship and Survey of American Popular Music, combining industry knowledge with academic instruction to prepare students for real-world careers in music.

Master of Arts in Music Business – Berklee College of Music

Focused on music industry operations, entrepreneurship, marketing, licensing, and artist development, with an emphasis on real-world application in today’s evolving music landscape.

Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Study – Focus on Social Change in the Americas

Coursework included sociology, history, and Latin American music and culture, supporting a multidisciplinary understanding of music’s role in society.