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Enrique Sánchez LanschView profile

Professor

• Documentary filmmaking
• Music visualization
• Media dramaturgy
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Enrique Sánchez Lansch is a Professor of Media Dramaturgy at the Institute for Music and Media at Robert Schumann University of Düsseldorf, appointed in 2018. Born in Gijón, northern Spain, and raised in Cologne, he has established himself as a prominent documentary filmmaker with a strong focus on music-related subjects. His educational background includes studies in music with a focus on singing, Romance languages, philosophy, and German studies. He completed his master's thesis on adaptation of literature into music films. After gaining professional experience in fictional series production, he pursued further studies in film and screenwriting at Columbia University and UCLA. Sánchez Lansch's research and creative interests center on the intersection of music and visual media. His work explores how musical experiences can be effectively translated to film, examining the relationship between sound and image. He has particular expertise in documenting musical institutions, historical contexts of music, and the educational aspects of musical performance. His approach combines rigorous historical research with innovative visual storytelling techniques that respect the integrity of musical performance while creating compelling cinematic narratives. His filmography reveals a consistent focus on music documentaries that bridge cultural and historical contexts. Early works focused on major musical institutions and figures, while more recent projects have expanded to examine the relationship between music and broader social, political, and cultural phenomena. His films consistently demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of both musical content and cinematic storytelling. His notable awards include: German Film Award German Documentary Film Award Bavarian Film Award German Critics' Award German Kinogilde Award Franz Hofer Prize Best Documentary Film at Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival Best Documentary Film at SEMINCI Festival de Valladolid Diapason d'Or Emmy nomination for "A Celebration for Gershwin" Sánchez Lansch has served as a mentor to young filmmakers, notably curating and presenting music short films by young talents for the Beethovenfest Bonn from 2006 to 2013. His professional activities extend beyond filmmaking to include teaching at institutions such as the dffb (German Film and Television Academy Berlin) and his current professorship at Robert Schumann University. He is an active member of both the German Film Academy and the European Film Academy, contributing to the broader film community through these organizations. As Professor of Media Dramaturgy, Sánchez Lansch contributes to the academic framework of the Institute for Music and Media, bringing his extensive professional experience to bear on the education of future media creators. His work bridges the gap between academic study and professional practice in the field of music-related visual media.

Sławomir KaczorowskiView profile

Professor

• Contemporary Composition
• Instrumental Music
• Choral Music
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Professor Sławomir Kaczorowski, Ph.D., has been a faculty member at the Grażyna and Kiejstut Bacewicz Academy of Music in Łódź since 1981, where he teaches composition and served as Head of the Department of Composition from 2011 to 2021. He previously held significant leadership roles including Vice-Rector for Artistic and Teaching Affairs (1999-2005) and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Composition, Music Theory, Music Education and Rhythmics (1996-1999). His educational background includes diplomas in music theory (1981) and composition under Professor Bronisław Kazimierz Przybylski (1981) from the State Higher School of Music in Łódź. Awarded the title of professor by the President of Poland in 2002, he remains an active academic leader currently serving as chairman of the Art Section of the Polish Accreditation Commission. Kaczorowski specializes in contemporary composition with emphasis on instrumental works, chamber music, and choral compositions. His research interests manifest in diverse output featuring piano, accordion, and mixed ensembles, with notable focus on tango-inspired forms and liturgical reinterpretations. He pioneered the MUSICA MODERNA sessions promoting new music through biannual concerts and lectures. Analysis of his 15 most recent compositions reveals consistent exploration of Polish contemporary classical traditions with strong emphasis on instrumental timbre, cross-genre fusion (particularly tango elements), and innovative approaches to sacred music forms. His works demonstrate technical mastery across diverse ensembles from solo piano to full orchestral settings. Silver Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis (2021) Numerous national composition competition awards Jury membership at international competitions including the T. Baird Young Composers' Competition (Warsaw 2018) and National Association of Composers USA competitions (2017-2018) Professor Kaczorowski has mentored award-winning composers including Grzegorz Duchnowski and Tomasz Szczepanik. His institutional leadership includes directing the Grażyna Bacewicz International Composition Competition (2012, 2015, 2019) and serving as president of the Łódź Branch of the Polish Composers' Union until 2022. He maintains active artistic engagement through premieres across Europe, China, and the United States. His creative work is organized through departmental initiatives including the Department of Composition's performance series and collaboration with the Artur Rubinstein Łódź Philharmonic. Current activities focus on expanding Polish contemporary music's international presence through competitions and cross-border artistic exchanges.

Stephen S. HudsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Metal Music Studies
• Music Theory
• Rhythm and Timbre Analysis
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Stephen S. Hudson is an Assistant Professor of Music Theory at Occidental College. He holds a B.A. from the University of California, Davis, and a Ph.D. from Northwestern University. Appointed in 2022, he specializes in metal music studies and R&B/Soul harmony. Education: B.A., University of California, Davis; Ph.D., Northwestern University Hudson’s research focuses on embodied experiences of rhythm, timbre, and song form in metal music, as well as harmonic complexity in R&B and Soul. His work has been featured in Music Theory Spectrum , Metal Music Studies , and Current Musicology . Recent publications include articles on Drake’s harmonic loops and Meshuggah’s groove structures. He is authoring two books: Heaviness in Metal Music (Oxford University Press) and a study of Meshuggah’s riffs (Lever Press). As Vice President of the Pacific Southwest chapter of the American Musicological Society, he advocates for inclusive music theory pedagogy that extends beyond classical traditions. His teaching emphasizes tools for songwriters and producers. Hudson maintains an active interest in classical and baroque cello performance, reflecting his engagement with both historical and contemporary music practices.

Liam Hynes-TawaView profile

Lecturer

• Music Theory
• Tonality Studies
• Comparative Musicology
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Liam Hynes-Tawa is a Lecturer on Music at Harvard University, specializing in modern Japanese and Renaissance European forms of tonality. His research explores the interplay between irreconcilable pitch systems, the nature of modes and keys, and their graphical representation in historical contexts. Education: BA in Music and East Asian Studies (Brown University), PhD in Music Theory (Yale University) His work bridges comparative musicology and historical music theory, with recent publications in Intégral , the History of Theory blog , and Analytical Approaches to World Music . He was awarded the 2022 Outstanding Publication Award by the Society for Music Theory for his contribution to the latter. Liam remains actively engaged in performance, playing cello, singing (especially from early notations), and composing music in his spare time.

Fernando Lopez-LezcanoView profile

Lecturer

• Computer Music
• Spatial Audio
• 3D Sound Diffusion
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Fernando Lopez-Lezcano is a Lecturer at Stanford University's Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA) where he has been working since 1993. His work combines music composition, electronic engineering, and programming with a focus on spatial audio and sound diffusion technologies. He was the Edgar Varese Guest Professor at TU Berlin during the Summer of 2008 and is the 2014 winner of Stanford's Marsh O'Neill Award for Exceptional and Enduring Support of Stanford University's Research Enterprise. Lopez-Lezcano's research interests center on computer music, spatial audio technologies, and sound diffusion systems. He has pioneered work in High Order Ambisonics (HOA), developing novel decoders and reverberation architectures for immersive sound environments. His work on the SpHEAR Project has created innovative 3D-printed soundfield microphone arrays, while his development of the GRAIL (Giant Radial Array for Immersive Listening) has revolutionized concert speaker arrays for HDLAs (High Density Loudspeaker Arrays). He has also created numerous open-source tools and software environments for spatial sound composition and diffusion. His recent creative output demonstrates a consistent exploration of 3D sound spatialization, modular synthesis, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Across his compositions, he frequently integrates custom-built hardware like his modular synthesizers (including the famous 'El Dinosaurio' built in 1980-81) with sophisticated software environments written in SuperCollider. His work often bridges acoustic and electronic sound sources, creating rich spatial experiences that explore the relationship between technology and artistic expression. Among his notable achievements is the 2014 Marsh O'Neill Award, recognizing his exceptional support of Stanford's research enterprise. This prestigious award was inspired by Marsh O'Neill, Associate Director of the W.W. Hansen Laboratories, and honors outstanding staff members who support faculty research activities. Lopez-Lezcano has mentored numerous students in the development of musical instruments and performance systems, most notably the 'Ensemble AnaLocos' (Analógicos Locos or 'Crazy Analogs') which created the 'Noise Toaster' synthesizers. He has also developed important infrastructure for CCRMA including 'Planet CCRMA,' a collection of open-source audio software for Linux. His teaching includes the 'Sound in Space' course (Music 222), which covers historical background, techniques, and theory on the use of space in music composition and diffusion. He directs the CCRMA Stage concerts and has been instrumental in developing CCRMA's spatial audio infrastructure, including the GRAIL system used in Bing Concert Hall. His work with the SpHEAR Project has advanced 3D sound recording techniques, while his collaborations with performers like Michiko Theurer (violin) and Chris Chafe (celletto) have produced innovative interdisciplinary performances.

Donald CrockettView profile

Professor

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Classical Music
• Orchestral Conducting
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Donald Crockett is a Professor and Chair of the Composition Department at the University of Southern California (USC) Thornton School of Music, and Senior Composer-in-Residence with the Bennington Chamber Music Conference. He has held significant roles in contemporary music composition and conducting, including Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs at USC. His research and creative work spans orchestral and chamber music, opera, and instrumental compositions. Notable projects include conducting and composing for ensembles like SAKURA, HOCKET, and Xtet, with a focus on ecological themes and interdisciplinary collaboration. Major compositions include Carving an Alphabet (2020) for cello quintet, And the River (2018) for piano duo and chamber orchestra, and Night Scenes (2017) for piano trio, alongside a diverse portfolio of chamber operas and concertos. Arts and Letters Award in Music (2013), American Academy of Arts and Letters Guggenheim Fellowship (2006) Grants: Barlow Endowment, Bogliasco Foundation, Copland Fund, National Endowment for the Arts Active as a conductor, Crockett has premiered over a hundred orchestral works by student composers and collaborated with renowned ensembles like the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and Hilliard Ensemble. His music is published by Keiser Classical and recorded on labels including Albany, ECM, and New World Records.

Madeline EndresView profile

Assistant Professor

• Software Engineering
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Programmer Productivity
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Madeline Endres is an Assistant Professor at the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences, University of Massachusetts Amherst. She co-directs the LASER Lab and holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Michigan (2024), alongside degrees in Computer Science and Cello Performance. Her research focuses on improving programmer productivity and wellbeing through interdisciplinary approaches combining software engineering, psychology, and medicine. Her research interests include: Programmer cognition and skill acquisition Developer tool design and evaluation Impact of external factors (e.g., psychoactive substances, workplace policies) on software development Neuroimaging studies of programming tasks Key achievements include Distinguished Paper Awards at ICSE 2024 and FSE 2023, and an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2020). She actively contributes to program committees for major software engineering conferences. Current projects include VR-based spatial reasoning training for novices, TMS experiments to identify cognitive causality in programming, and controlled studies on cannabis use and programming ability. She also maintains the CS Grad Job Guide to support early-career researchers.

• Music Composition
• Cultural Fusion in Music
• Multimedia Music Production
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Assoc Prof Ho Chee Kong is an Associate Professor and founding Head of Composition at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore. He currently serves as Vice Dean (Academic Programmes & Quality Enhancement). A Singaporean composer renowned for fusing Western and Chinese musical traditions, his works have been performed globally at venues like the Singapore Arts Festival, International Bela Bartok Choral Competition, and Asia-Pacific Improvisers Symposium. His research explores music's role in modern society, multimedia productions, and organizational contexts. Notable compositions include There and Back (2019 Best New Classical Work), Empyrean Lights (Singapore's 50th Anniversary commission), and Passage-Fantasy . He has presented at international conferences such as the Reflective Conservatoire Conference and the Performer’s Voice Symposium. HO holds leadership roles in arts organizations including Vice-President of the International Computer Music Association, founding President of the Composers Society of Singapore, and board member of the Ding Yi Music Company. His works are celebrated for their 'exotic instrumental colors' and narrative power, bridging cultural divides through music. HO's professional engagements include advisory roles with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, Singapore School of the Arts, and international festivals. He has organized major events like the 29th International Computer Music Conference (2003) and the Asian Composers League Festival (2013).

Gaylyn StudlarView profile

Professor

• Feminist Film Theory
• Hollywood Cinema
• Genre Studies
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Gaylyn Studlar is the David May Distinguished Professor in the Humanities and Professor of Film and Media Studies at Washington University in St. Louis. She joined the faculty in 2009 after stints at the University of Michigan (1996–2009) and Emory University. At Michigan, she held the Rudolf Arnheim Collegiate Professorship in Film Studies and directed the Program in Film and Media Studies, which evolved into the Department of Screen Arts and Cultures during her tenure. Her research spans feminist film theory, Hollywood cinema, genre studies, stardom, and Orientalism, with a focus on the intersection of film and other arts. Education: PhD in Cinema Studies, University of Southern California Master of Music in Cello Performance, University of Southern California Research Interests: Studlar’s work explores gender dynamics in film history, particularly through studies of stardom and genre. Notable projects include analyses of Marlene Dietrich, John Ford’s Westerns, and the cultural impact of Titanic . She is currently writing Erotic Labor: Sex, Class, and Stardom in Pre-Code Hollywood . Publications: Her major works include Precocious Charms (2013) and Have Gun—Will Travel (2015), which examine stardom and genre. Her scholarship has been translated into multiple languages. Awards: Excellence in Education Award (1996, University of Michigan) Provost’s Office Grant (1997) Teaching & Leadership: At WashU, she teaches courses like Film Theory, Women & Film, and Film Historiography. She has led academic programs and expanded curricula in film studies. Her work bridges cinema with music and visual arts, reflecting interdisciplinary interests.

• Piano Performance
• Collaborative Piano
• Classical Music
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Phillip Shovk is a Lecturer in Piano and Collaborative Piano at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. A renowned concert pianist, chamber musician, and pedagogue, he holds a Master of Fine Arts from Moscow State Conservatory under Valery Kastelsky. His accolades include the 1987 Vanni di Motta Competition Laureate, Hephzibah Menuhin Prize (1988), and Best Accompanist at the 1994 Tchaikovsky Competition. Education: Began studies with Anatole Mirosznyk, continued at Sydney Conservatorium High School under George Humphrey, then Moscow State Conservatory with Valery Kastelsky. Research interests focus on piano performance, collaborative music, and pedagogy, particularly exploring Russian and European classical traditions. His performances span 20+ countries, emphasizing Romantic and 20th-century repertoire. Teaching roles include positions at Paris' Conservatoire Rachmaninoff, Australian Institute of Music, and Chetham’s School of Music. He has adjudicated major competitions like the Sydney International Piano Competition and Singapore National Piano Competition. Recordings include Tchaikovsky/Mussorgsky (Master Performers) and Mozart Violin Sonatas for two pianos (Toccata Classics).

Karen FlintView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Early Music
• Baroque Music
• Historical Performance Practice
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Karen Flint serves as an Adjunct Professor of Harpsichord at the University of Delaware’s School of Music, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. She is the founder and artistic director of Brandywine Baroque, Delaware’s leading early music ensemble, and established the Dumont Concerts—a festival showcasing harpsichord performances on antique instruments. Flint also created the recording label Plectra Music, which focuses on Baroque repertoire performed on period instruments. Her work includes acclaimed series like Le Clavecin Français and notable albums such as Les Pièces de Clavessin and Corelli Violin Sonatas . Her professional engagements include performances with the Delaware Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, and UD Chamber Orchestra. Brandywine Baroque’s annual concert series spans locations in Pennsylvania and Delaware, with guest appearances at major venues like the Boston Early Music Festival and Winterthur Museum. Flint’s recordings frequently highlight French Baroque composers and explore underappreciated works, demonstrating her commitment to historical performance practices. Flint’s contributions extend beyond performance to include educational outreach through the University of Delaware and community programs such as the Delaware Youth Wind Ensemble. Her discography reflects a dedication to preserving and revitalizing early music traditions, with projects ranging from Handel’s duets to Telemann’s lesser-known works. She remains an influential figure in the revival of 17th- and 18th-century music through both performance and scholarship.

Shin'ichiro MatsuoView profile

Research Professor

• Blockchain Security
• Cryptography
• Digital Trust
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Shin'ichiro Matsuo is a Research Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University specializing in blockchain security and cryptography. He co-directs the CyberSMART research center, leading multidisciplinary research in technology, economy, law, and regulation. Matsuo serves as co-chair of Blockchain Governance Initiative Network (BGIN) and founded BSafe.network, an international research test network for blockchain technology with 27 participating universities. His academic contributions include leadership in ISO TC307 security standardization and previous roles as head of Japanese national body for cryptographic techniques. Research Interests: Blockchain governance and security Cryptographic protocols and applications Privacy-enhancing digital trust systems Smart contract mechanisms Digital currency interoperability Awards & Recognition: Program Chair for IEEE ICBC 2022 and Scaling Bitcoin 2018 Leader of ISO TC307 Blockchain Security Standardization Editorial Board Member for IEEE Transactions on Dependable and Secure Computing Professional Activities: Founder of CELLOS Consortium for cryptographic protocol security Steering Committee Member for Security Standardization Research Technical Advisor to Japanese government on cryptographic technology

Christopher DurrenbergerView profile

Professor

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Piano Technology
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Christopher Durrenberger is a Professor of Music at Wittenberg University, specializing in piano performance and music fundamentals. His distinguished career spans international performance and pedagogy, with notable contributions to Piano & Keyboard magazine. Education : Bachelor of Music from Oberlin College, Master’s and D.M.A. from University of Southern California School of Music As a performer, Durrenberger has participated in the Sarasota and Aspen Music Festivals, Cairo Opera House, and Taipei National Hall. His pedagogical work includes frequent presentations at World Piano Pedagogy Conferences and the Music Teachers National Association. He has held teaching roles at Colorado Mountain College, Irvine Valley College, and Taipei City Municipal Teachers College. Performance Highlights : National Public Radio live broadcasts, ABC World News Tonight feature, New Albany Symphony cello section (2012-13) Scientific Awards : National Endowment for the Arts residency 'Chamber Music in Rural America' Coleman Chamber Music Competition prizes Carmel Chamber Music Competition prizes Los Angeles Etude Musical Club Piano Competition prizes Young Keyboard Artists Association International Piano Competition prizes National Music Teachers Association National Piano Competition prizes Durrenberger serves as Music Director at Christ Episcopal Church (Springfield, Ohio) since 2000 and coaches young musicians at Columbus’s Chamber Music Connection in Worthington, Ohio.

Laurie San MartinView profile

Professor

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Music Theory
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Laurie San Martin is a Professor of Music at the University of California, Davis, serving as department chair and undergraduate advisor for music majors with last names N-Z. She holds a PhD in Theory and Composition from Brandeis University and a B.A. in Music from UC Davis (1991). Her primary roles include teaching composition, music theory, and recital preparation, while maintaining active involvement in compositional research and performance activities. Research & Creative Work: San Martin specializes in contemporary concert music for chamber ensembles, orchestra, and chorus. Her compositions explore intersections of texture and line, often incorporating experimental techniques and cross-cultural influences. Notable works include Witches (2018), a chamber-choral piece with lyrics by Lucy Corin; Night Owls (2024), a Barlow Endowment-commissioned work for Ensemble Ari; and Elective Affinities (2013), blending Korean gayageum with string quartet. She frequently collaborates with ensembles like Earplay, Left Coast Chamber Ensemble, and Volti. Performed internationally in Europe, South America, and Asia Recipient of prestigious awards including the Guggenheim Fellowship (2016), Andrew Imbrie Award (2018), and Barlow Endowment commissions Teaching & Mentorship: As an advisor, she supports music majors while mentoring emerging composers through programs like the Pacific Chamber Orchestra's Dream American workshop. Her pedagogical focus includes fostering creativity and technical mastery in composition students. Recent Activities: In 2023, she served as guest faculty at the Cortona Sessions in Italy, where her works Octurnal , Miniatures , and Conveyer Belt Dreaming were performed. Ongoing projects include a 2025 residency at the São Paulo Contemporary Composers Festival and a new work for the Empyrean Ensemble. Awards & Recognition: Her accolades reflect her impact on contemporary music, including the League of Composers-ISCM Fellowship and ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Awards. She has held residencies at prestigious institutions like the MacDowell Colony and Yaddo.

• Musicology
• Music Analysis
• Music Philology
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Marco Uvietta is an Associate Professor of Musicology and History of Music at the Department of Literature and Philosophy, University of Trento. He holds a Laurea in Music Disciplines from the DAMS of Bologna (1991) and a PhD in History and Analysis of Musical Cultures from Sapienza University of Rome (1999). His academic career includes roles as a Researcher (2005–2016) and Associate Professor (2016–present) at the University of Trento. He teaches courses on Music History and Ethnomusicology and contributes to the PhD program in European Cultures. His research focuses on two main areas: 1) Musical Philology, particularly in 19th-century Italian opera (e.g., critical editions of Verdi’s Requiem and Bellini’s La straniera), and 2) Analysis of 20th-century musical language, with significant contributions on Luciano Berio’s style and compositional processes. He has authored numerous scholarly works, including books and articles on composers like Berio, Debussy, Stravinsky, and Martucci. Uvietta is actively involved in editorial projects, such as directing critical editions for Ricordi and contributing to the Rossini Critical Edition. He holds leadership roles in academic committees, including the editorial board of Il Saggiatore Musicale . His compositional works, influenced by his analytical research, have been performed by prestigious ensembles worldwide, including the Arditti Quartet and Monteverdi Cello Octet. Notable awards include recognition in composition competitions (e.g., Guido d’Arezzo International Competition), and his works span orchestral, choral, and chamber music. Uvietta’s interdisciplinary approach bridges historical musicology with contemporary compositional practice, reflecting his dual expertise as a scholar and composer.