John M. Hebbeler

John Hebbeler is a professional musician, with expertise in music technology; fusing elements of sound, video, and web production. As an Associate Professor, he teaches various courses, including Music Technology Production I, Music Technology Production II, Studio Production, Digital Audio Production, Advanced MultiCamera Production, Integrated Media Production, special topics courses, and honors courses. He teaches in the CCM studios and online and is a Quality Matters certified national peer reviewer for online courses. Professor Hebbeler creates and develops interactive media compositions integrating software technology into live audio and visual performances. His work includes the development of computer-based applications for iOS mobile media devices utilizing OSC programming, wireless MIDI, and accelerometer technology to fuse composition, production, and performance. His original compositions have been distributed by Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon, Pandora, Tidal, iHeart Radio, etc. Over the past two and half decades, Professor Hebbeler has worked extensively in music technology for clients that include the World Association of Symphonic Bands, The International Tuba and Euphonium Association, The United States Jazz Ambassadors, The United States Marine Band, The BBC, The Cincinnati Opera and a variety of local musicians and artists. Recently, Professor Hebbeler developed an award-winning iPhone application that allows users to control sounds and visuals in media-rich environments to reduce stress. Professor Hebbeler has presented and published locally, nationally, and internationally. He has received national and international awards based on his research in music technology and course development for online education. His current research project is a collaboration with University of Michigan Professor and co-founder of Nine Inch Nails, Chris Vrenna. Professors Hebbeler and Vrenna presented at the 2025 International Conference on Music and Performing Arts and soon their work will be available on all major streaming platforms.