Jos Mulder

Jos Mulder is a Senior Lecturer in Music Technology at the School of Music, Australian National University. His work bridges theory and practice in live sound technology, emphasizing technological innovation, hearing health, and socio-cultural dimensions of music performance. He holds a PhD from University of Technology Sydney (2013) and a Master of Arts Policy and Management from Utrecht University (2008).

• Education: PhD (UTS 2013), MAS (Utrecht 2008)

Research focuses on live sound systems, sound level management in venues, and hearing health in performance arts. He explores historical developments in amplification technology and their cultural impacts. Current projects analyze regulatory frameworks for noise management and audience participation dynamics in live events.

Publications (2022-2024) highlight collaborations on sound monitoring methods, participatory noise analysis, and recontextualizing music technology through digital mediums. His work appears in peer-reviewed journals and conferences like AES and Internoise.

Registered to supervise research students focusing on music technology intersections between technical, cultural, and health domains. Active in professional organizations including the Audio Engineering Society.