He conducts the AUS Choral Ensemble, the AUS Community Chorus, and the UAE’s first Arabic four-part choir, Nassim al Saba. Dr. Perkins’ research focuses on Lili Boulanger, French symbolism, conducting technique, and Arabic choral music, and cross-cultural music education. His new arrangement of Lili Boulanger’s Psaume 130, Du fond de l’abîme and Arabic choral arrangements have been internationally premiered. Dr. Perkins holds a D.M.A. degree in choral conducting from the University of Arizona, a M.M. in choral conducting from Temple University, and a B.M. in theory and composition from Westminster Choir College.