Robert Blocker

Robert Blocker
Henry and Lucy Moses Dean of Music, Yale University
In office
2006–2023
Succeeded byJosé García-León
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Southern Methodist University
In office
2005–2006
Preceded byRoss C. Murfin
Succeeded byPaul W. Ludden
Dean of Music, Yale University
In office
1995–2005
Founding Dean, School of the Arts and Architecture
In office
1991–1995
Dean, College of Music
In office
1988–1991
Dean, School of Music, Baylor University
In office
1983–1988
Dean, School of Music, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
In office
1981–1983
Personal details
Born (1946-09-04) September 4, 1946
EducationFurman University (BA)
North Texas (MM, DMA)
OccupationMusic school dean
Music educator

Robert Blocker (born September 4, 1946) is an American classical pianist, music educator, and university administrator, who served as Dean of the Yale School of Music since July 1995 until 2023. He is a Steinway artist.