Jeffrey S Magee

Jeffrey S Magee is a Professor at the School of Music, University of Illinois, specializing in U.S. music traditions with a focus on jazz, musical theater, and popular song. His work intersects with African-American and Jewish-American cultural identities, exploring black-Jewish collaborations and race dynamics in performance.

Research Trends: Magee’s recent publications emphasize jazz historiography, theatrical adaptations (e.g., Gypsy, Les Misérables), and race representation in musical productions. His work spans from 1920s jazz innovations to contemporary Broadway influences.

Awards:

• ARSC Award for Excellence, Certificate of Merit (Jazz), 2006
• Irving Lowens Book Award, 2005
• Irving Lowens Book Award - Honorable Mention, 2012

Magee’s research has been referenced on Wikipedia, underscoring his contributions to music scholarship and cultural analysis.