Roger Mantie is a prominent figure in music education, having held teaching and academic positions at esteemed institutions such as Boston University and Arizona State University before joining the University of Toronto Scarborough in 2018. He is cross-appointed with the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, highlighting his commitment to interdisciplinary approaches in education. His scholarship emphasizes the intersections of education, leisure, and well-being, advocating for the importance of lifelong participation in music. Mantie is the author of 'Music, Leisure, Education: Historical Philosophical Perspectives' (2022) and has co-authored several influential works, including 'Education, Music, Social Lives Undergraduates: Collegiate Cappella Pursuit Happiness' (2020). He is also noted for his editorial contributions to the 'Oxford Handbook of Technology in Music Education' (2017) and the 'Oxford Handbook of Music Making and Leisure' (2016). His research interests focus on music leisure, music education, and community music, reflecting a dedication to enhancing community engagement through music.