Milton Crotts, Music Director

A native of Western North Carolina, Milton Crotts has served as Music Director of the Blue Ridge Orchestra for over a decade. His unique musical vision is informed not only by his classical training as a Doctor of Music Arts in Conducting, but by his roots in the traditional music of the mountains. 

Dr. Crotts has served on the faculties of the University of Guam, Davidson College, Warren Wilson College, and UNC Asheville. He was music director of the Guam Symphony for fifteen years. He brings to the BRO a wealth of experience in designing engaging programs that challenge musicians and delight audiences; his musical imagination knows no bounds.