Bernt Rune Stray

Bernt Rune Stray is a Professor of Performing Rhythmic Music in the Music department at NLA University College, Oslo, Norway.

His research spans an exceptionally broad interdisciplinary spectrum with core focus on rhythmic music pedagogy, music didactics, and performance practice. Key areas include ethnomusicology, choral conducting, music composition, and technology-driven music production. Beyond music, his work integrates anthropology, religious studies, journalism, philosophy, and social sciences, reflecting a deeply contextual approach to musical education.

Professor Stray's profile lists over 50 distinct work areas demonstrating extraordinary breadth across humanities, social sciences, and applied disciplines. This interdisciplinary scope informs his rhythmic music specialization while connecting musical practice to societal frameworks including ethics, intercultural communication, and media studies.