Born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, Bryan Hiroto Stenson’s international upbringing shaped his perceptions of choral singing. Stenson seeks to share a global perspective with the students and collaborators he works with. Intent on fostering cross-cultural communication, his research centers on Japanese choral music and folk songs. Stenson currently teaches the Vocal Jazz ensemble and music education courses at Florida State University. Past organizations include the U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, the Tacoma Youth Chorus, the Children’s Chorus of Washington, and Columbia College in Missouri.