The Georgia State School of Music is proud to share that Professor Tania Maxwell Clements, Coordinator of Strings, Director of Campus Orchestra and Principal Senior Lecturer in Viola and Music Survey, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Atlanta Federation of Musicians’ Educator Award.
Presented by the Atlanta Federation of Musicians Local 148-462 Organizing Task Force, the Educator Award is now in its sixth year. The honor recognizes members who exemplify music education excellence and contribute to advancing music in schools and the community. Each year, nominations are submitted by peers and the prize may be used to support the recipient’s music education directives.
“I’m so honored to be the recipient of this award from the AF of M Atlanta chapter. Thank you to all the students, past and present, who continue to be an inspiration to me,” said Professor Clements.
“Professor Clements sets a fantastic example of service to the Atlanta musical community, both through her active role as a performer and as a teacher of the next generation of performing artists,” comments Dr. Julia Bullard, Director of the School of Music. “Her work with our Campus Orchestra, comprised largely of non-major students and future music educators, advances the AFM’s and the Georgia State School of Music’s shared mission to promote the value of music and expand our reach into the community. We are thrilled to see this important external recognition of her many contributions.”
About Professor Tania Maxwell Clements
Professor Clements brings a remarkable blend of international performance experience and distinguished teaching to Georgia State. She studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the International Menuhin Music Academy, performing alongside legendary artists including Yehudi Menuhin, Igor Oistrakh and Donald McInnes. Her orchestral career spans Europe and the United States with leadership roles in the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, the Northern Symphony Orchestra and guest principal appearances with ensembles such as the Halle Orchestra and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic.
Since relocating to Atlanta in 1998 she has performed with the Atlanta Symphony, Charleston Symphony, Savannah Philharmonic and numerous chamber ensembles. Beyond the classical stage her recording career includes collaborations with iconic artists like The Who, Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles and Natalie Cole.
Equally committed to teaching, Professor Clements has guided students at the Royal Northern College of Music, Chethams School of Music and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland before joining Georgia State where she has become a cornerstone of the string program and a dedicated advocate for student musicians.
The School of Music celebrates this recognition of Professor Clements’ artistry, mentorship and service which continue to enrich both Georgia State and the broader Atlanta music community.
