The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University Employee Directory
Higher EducationUnited States201-500 Employees
The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University is a historic conservatory that operates as part of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1857 as the first conservatory in the United States, it has long positioned itself at the intersection of art and education. Its training emphasizes professional-level music education and rests on five guiding pillars: excellence, interdisciplinary experiences, innovation, community connectivity, and diversity. The program seeks to balance rigorous classical instruction with preparation for contemporary careers in the performing arts. As part of Johns Hopkins University, Peabody operates in Baltimore and serves students pursuing advanced study in music and related arts disciplines. The institute maintains a mid-sized workforce and participates in external partnerships, such as a 2025 collaboration with Springwell Senior Living to host a Musician-in-Residence.