Nicholas Marston

Nicholas Marston is a Professor of Music Theory and Analysis at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Music. He serves as Director of Postgraduate Studies and Director of Studies in Music at King's College. His academic journey began at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, where he was a Choral Exhibitioner, followed by a PhD on Beethoven's op. 109 sketches (published in 1995). He held fellowships at Selwyn College and King's College London before roles at the Universities of Exeter, Bristol, and Oxford. His research focuses on Beethoven manuscripts, Schenkerian analysis, Schumann's Lieder, and the history of King's College Choir.

• Education: PhD in Music (Cambridge), Grammar School in Penzance, Cornwall

Research interests integrate historical musicology with analytical techniques, particularly applying Schenkerian methods to Romantic-era works. He has contributed to Schenker Documents Online and edited Beethoven Forum. Awards include the Trevelyan Research Fellowship and British Academy Post-Doctoral Fellowship. His work bridges theoretical analysis and historical performance practice.