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Sarah ParksView profile

Associate Professor

• Choral Conducting
• Music Education
• Vocal Pedagogy
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Sarah Parks is Associate Professor of Music at St. Norbert College, where she directs choral programs and teaches music education. She holds degrees from St. Olaf College (BM), University of Wisconsin-Madison (MM), and University of Minnesota (PhD). Her ensembles have performed internationally including tours to South Africa and collaborations with artists ranging from John Rutter to Kenny Rogers. Professor Parks specializes in: Choral conducting and repertoire development Vocal instruction and aging voice research Curriculum design for music education Her professional background includes performance experience with the Minnesota Chorale and Minnesota Orchestra under conductors including Sir Neville Marriner. She has published research on vocal pedagogy for aging singers in the Choral Journal and presented at national conferences. Notable recognitions include: Golden Apple Award for teaching excellence 2015 Wisconsin State Teacher of the Year (ASTA) 2016 Herb Kohl Fellowship Award

Blake RileyView profile

Associate Professor

• Collaborative Piano
• Classical Piano
• Foreign Language Lyric Diction
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Blake Riley is an Associate Professor and Director of Collaborative Piano at the University of West Florida's Dr. Grier Williams School of Music. He teaches class piano, applied piano, and foreign language lyric diction. His performance career spans collaborations with leading opera houses (e.g., San Francisco Opera, Santa Fe Opera) and highlights such as performing for Spain's King Juan Carlos and Queen Sophia. A former professional dancer, he danced in Broadway’s *Miss Saigon* and received accolades including recognition by Prince Andrew, Duke of York. Education: Master's in Collaborative Piano from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), with studies at Mount Allison University and the University of Toronto. Professional engagements include work with Pensacola Opera, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, and the Pensacola Children’s Chorus. He directed University Madrigals and University Singers (2010–2015), fostering collaborations with local orchestras and theater groups. His artistic philosophy emphasizes student-driven musical creation, blending pedagogical innovation with performance excellence. Riley’s interdisciplinary background bridges classical music, opera, and dance, reflecting a commitment to cross-disciplinary artistry.

David AuerbachView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Music Performance
• Violin Studies
• Chamber Music
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David Auerbach is an Adjunct Professor of Viola at the University of St. Thomas in the College of Arts and Sciences. He maintains an active performing career as principal violist of the Minnesota Opera Orchestra and collaborates with ensembles like the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Minnesota Orchestra, and Boston-based A Far Cry. His teaching includes private viola lessons and ensemble coaching. Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Stony Brook University (2007) Master's Degree, Juilliard School Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison (Music Performance & Molecular Biology) As a dedicated chamber musician, Auerbach has participated in prestigious festivals including Ravinia, Kneisel Hall, and Norfolk, and performed at Carnegie Hall's Weill and Zankel Recital Halls. His current roles at St. Thomas involve teaching applied viola lessons (30' and 50' lesson formats) and directing string ensembles through audition-based membership.

Daniel GrecoView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Voice Pedagogy
• Musical Theater Performance
• Classical Voice
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Adjunct Professor Daniel Greco teaches voice at the University of St. Thomas and directs musical theater at Valparaiso University's Lutheran Summer Musical Festival and Academy. He specializes in classical, musical theater, and contemporary CCM vocal techniques, with expertise in Nordic art song and Swedish diction. His teaching emphasizes technical tools and genre versatility. Education: NYU Steinhard, Advanced Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy NYU Steinhard, MM in Musical Theater Performance St. Olaf College, BM in Vocal Performance Research/Performance Focus: Integrating vocal pedagogy across genres, Nordic repertoire, and collaborative performance projects. Active in Minnesota Opera productions and international collaborations like Rome's Together in Hope Project. Labs/Teams: Maintains a private voice studio in Minneapolis and advises the Vocal Pedagogy Fellowship. Collaborates with Nautilus Music-Theater, Theater Latt Da, and Opera Theater Oregon.

Dawn NeelyView profile

Associate Professor

• Vocal Pedagogy
• Opera Direction
• Body Awareness in Music
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Dr. Dawn Neely is an Associate Professor of Music (Voice) and Director of the Opera Workshop at the University of West Georgia. She holds a Doctorate of Musical Arts (DMA) in Vocal Performance from the University of Alabama (2012), a Master of Arts in Arts Administration from Florida State University (2005), and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Alabama (2002). Education: B.M., Vocal Performance, University of Alabama, 2002 M.A., Arts Administration, Florida State University, 2005 D.M.A., Vocal Performance, University of Alabama, 2012 Her research focuses on body awareness and alignment methods for musicians , integrating yoga practices (RYT 200 certified since 2014) into vocal training. She has published in the Journal of Singing and International Journal of Yoga Therapy . As a performer, she specializes in soprano roles in operas such as Don Giovanni , Hansel and Gretel , and Così fan tutte . She also directs contemporary operas like 24, Or The Cure for Love and Patience . Neely serves as Vice President of Regions for the National Opera Association (NOA) and Auditions Chair for the Georgia Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS). She teaches courses in vocal pedagogy, opera workshop, and musical theatre technique, mentoring students through applied voice lessons and recitals. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her work in yoga and vocal alignment is nationally recognized. She has no listed grants or advising records in the provided text.

Melanie CatanaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Vocal Performance
• Choral Music
• Opera Studies
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Melanie Catana is an Assistant Professor of Vocal Music and Director of Choral Music at Waynesburg University. She leads the Lamplighters Choirs and chapel worship team, teaches voice and music courses, and holds membership in the Dalcroze Society of America and the American Choral Directors Association of Pennsylvania. Education: B.A., Carnegie Mellon University M.A., Carnegie Mellon University M.M. in Vocal Performance with Music Teaching Certification, Carnegie Mellon University Performance Highlights: Catana has performed with major opera companies including New York City Opera (Micaela in Carmen ), Fresno Opera ( Rigoletto ), and Pittsburgh Opera ( La Bohème , Werther ). Concert performances include Carnegie Hall engagements with the New England Symphonic Ensemble ( Requiem by Fauré), Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra ( Romeo et Juliette excerpts), and Italy’s Orchestra del Teatro Carlo Felice (under Renata Scotto). Awards & Training: Recipient of grants from the Shoshana Foundation, Lee Schaenen Foundation, and Opera Index. Advanced training includes Renata Scotto’s Opera Academy in Italy and studies with vocal mentors Mimi Lerner and Joanna Levy. Teaching & Leadership: Directs university choirs and integrates the Dalcroze method into music pedagogy. Advises through voice lessons and oversees chapel music programs.

Jeffrey McEvoyView profile

Associate Professor

• Voice
• Opera Theatre
• Opera Workshop

Dr. Jeffrey McEvoy is Associate Professor of Music at Winthrop University's Conservatory of Music (Office 301). He holds a D.M.A. in Performance from University of Kansas, M.M. in Opera Performance from Wichita State University, and dual B.A./B.S. in Music/Biology from John Brown University. As stage director and conductor, he has led productions including Bernstein's Candide (American Prize winner) and serves as Artistic Director for Caritas A Cappella Ensemble. His performance career spans opera, concert, and musical theater stages as baritone, collaborative pianist, and violinist. Honors include NATS Intern Program selection and Metropolitan Opera National Council regional finalist. He currently directs music at Grace Lutheran Church and summer programs at Seagle Music Colony.

Jill O'NeillView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Flute Performance
• Music Education
• Sound Design
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Jill O'Neill serves as Adjunct Faculty of Music at Winthrop University's College of Visual and Performing Arts since 1996, where she directs the Flute Choir and teaches courses including Music Appreciation, History of Rock-n-Roll, and Sound Design. She holds an M.M. from University of South Carolina and B.M. from West Virginia University. Her research focuses on flute performance, music pedagogy, and interdisciplinary arts. She founded Palmetto Pipers Flute Club/Flute Choir and music company Festivo Musique. She has received five Metrolina Theatre Association awards for sound design and composition. She performs professionally with orchestras including Charlotte Symphony and Opera Carolina, and teaches at multiple schools through private instruction.

Julie HarrisView profile

Lecturer

• Early Music
• Baroque Music
• Voice Pedagogy
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Julie Harris is a music educator and performer affiliated with the University of Calgary and Mount Royal University. She holds an Artist Diploma from the University of Toronto and a Master of Music from the University of Calgary. Her studies in early music at the Royal Conservatory in The Hague were supported by a grant from the Canada Council. Her career includes solo performances with renowned groups such as the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra, Toronto Chamber Choir, and Opera Atelier. She specializes in Baroque opera roles and has recorded with Il Furioso on Toccata Classics (2006). Additionally, she founded the Early Music Voices Concert Series in 1999 and directs the Collegium Musicum at the University of Calgary. As an educator, Harris maintains a private voice studio and teaches voice at both universities, while also coaching community choirs and high school ensembles. Her teaching and performance focus aligns with early music, vocal pedagogy, and Baroque repertoire.

Edmond AgopianView profile

Professor

• Orchestral Conducting
• Violin Performance
• Music Education
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Edmond Agopian is a Professor of Violin and Conductor at the University of Calgary, as well as an Artist-in-Residence at Mount Royal Conservatory. He serves as the Director & Conductor of the Calgary Youth Orchestra and holds roles in Strings Faculty (violin). His career spans over three decades, including leadership with professional orchestras like the Kensington Sinfonia and collaborations with international ensembles such as the Canadian Chamber Orchestra, Shanghai Opera Orchestra, and Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra. Additionally, he has been on the faculty of the Morningside Music Bridge International Music Festival for twenty summers, teaching in locations like Beijing, Shanghai, and Gdansk, Poland. Agopian holds a B.Mus. and M.Mus., with early studies in Romania and formal training at the Juilliard School. His professional journey includes relinquishing a position at Acadia University to focus on roles in Calgary. His research interests and artistic contributions revolve around violin performance, orchestral conducting, and the exploration of diverse musical traditions. He has pioneered arrangements that highlight Calgary’s multicultural musical landscape, blending Klezmer, Mariachi, Jazz, and Métis fiddling into his Calgary Musicscapes Band project. A notable publication is his violin method book The No Time to Practice Technique Companion , a SHAR Music Company bestseller since 2002. Agopian’s awards include the Calgary Arts Award, Alberta Centennial Medal (for service to Alberta), and the John Peter Lee Roberts Distinguished Professorship in Fine Arts. His conducting work has been praised for technical mastery and emotional depth, with reviews highlighting performances as 'triumphs of technique' and 'dramatic heartfelt playing.' He has advised students who have joined major orchestras, such as the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and his pedagogical approach has been recognized through student accolades like the Rose Bowl-Calgary Performing Arts Festival. Under his direction, the Calgary Youth Orchestra has toured Europe and New Zealand, earning international acclaim for performances described as 'transcending music' and 'captivating audiences.'

Adrian DaubView profile

Professor

• 19th Century Cultural Studies
• Gender Studies in Literature and Music
• German Idealism and Romanticism
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Adrian Daub is the J.E. Wallace Sterling Professor of the Humanities at Stanford University, holding dual appointments in German Studies and Comparative Literature. He directs the Michelle R. Clayman Institute for Gender Research and the Andrew W. Mellon Program for Postdoctoral Studies in the Humanities. Previously, he led the Program in Feminist, Gender and Sexuality Studies (FGSS) and the Department of German Studies. His research explores 19th-century European culture, focusing on gender studies, musicology, and philosophical systems. Key works include analyses of German Idealism, Wagnerian opera, and the cultural significance of ballads. He bridges academic and popular discourse through writings on film, politics, and digital culture, including co-authoring The James Bond Songs: Pop Anthems of Late Capitalism . Daub earned his Ph.D. (2008), M.A. (2004), and B.A. (2003) in Comparative Literature from the University of Pennsylvania and Swarthmore College. His interdisciplinary approach spans literature, music, visual arts, and media, with publications in top journals and media outlets like The Guardian and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung .

Tony ClementsView profile

Lecturer

• Tuba Performance
• Euphonium Performance
• Brass Instruments
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Tony Clements serves as Lecturer and Instructor of Tuba, Euphonium, and Brass Ensemble at Stanford University while actively conducting multiple ensembles in the Bay Area. His current academic and artistic affiliations include: Stanford University: Instructor of Tuba, Euphonium, and Brass Ensemble Ohlone College: Conductor of Wind Orchestra, Community Band, and Tuba Ensemble Mission Peak Brass Band: Conductor He received his formal music education at California State University, Northridge, studying under Tommy Johnson and Roger Bobo while performing tuba, bass trombone, euphonium, and bass trumpet. His orchestral training included work with Mehli Mehta in the American Youth Symphony and Myung-Whun Chung in the Young Musicians' Foundation Debut Orchestra. Clements' expertise centers on brass performance specialization and wind ensemble direction , with career highlights including 21 seasons as Principal Tubist of the San Jose Symphony and performances with major orchestras including San Francisco Symphony, San Diego Symphony, and San Francisco Opera Orchestra. His artistic focus emphasizes tuba/euphonium repertoire development and community-based music education through ensemble leadership. He currently directs the Ohlone Wind Orchestra, Mission Peak Brass Band, Ohlone Community Band, and the 12-year-old Ohlone Tuba Ensemble, maintaining an active role in both higher education and community music programs.

Laura DahlView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Collaborative Piano
• Chamber Music
• Piano Performance
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Laura Dahl serves as Senior Lecturer and Director of Collaborative Piano in Stanford University's Department of Music. She teaches collaborative piano, solo piano, chamber music, art song interpretation, and diction courses (MUSIC 170, 182, 183A/B). Master of Music, New England Conservatory of Music (Collaborative Piano, 1991) Bachelor of Music, University of Michigan School of Music (Piano, 1989) Her expertise centers on collaborative performance practices, with specialized focus on vocal diction using the International Phonetic Alphabet for German, French, and Italian repertoire. She emphasizes rhythmic precision, phrasing, balance, and interpretive communication in chamber music settings. Her educational approach integrates masterclasses with visiting artists through the A. Jess Shenson Recital Series. Dahl has received recognition as the first musician awarded the German Chancellor’s Scholar fellowship. Her professional activities include festival direction, performance coaching, and educational outreach. German Chancellor’s Scholar (Alexander von Humboldt Foundation) She mentors students through performance collaborations and directs two major initiatives: the A. Jess Shenson Recital Series (since 2005) providing masterclasses and recitals at Stanford, and Music by the Mountain – a Northern California chamber music festival with educational outreach programs funded by the California Arts Council and Shasta Regional Foundation. Her prior appointments include coaching roles at San Francisco Conservatory, New England Conservatory, and University of Michigan Opera Theater, plus teaching at Tokyo's New National Theatre Young Artists Program. Dahl maintains active performance engagements at venues including Carnegie Hall, Berlin Philharmonic, and Davies Symphony Hall while leading rural community music initiatives through her non-profit organization.

Dawn HarmsView profile

Lecturer

• Violin
• Viola
• Chamber Music
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Dawn Harms is a Lecturer in the Department of Music at Stanford University, specializing in violin, viola, chamber music, and conducting. She maintains an active career as a performer, holding positions including co-concertmaster of the Oakland Symphony and concertmaster of the Santa Fe Pro Musica Chamber Orchestra. She is also a member of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and New Century Chamber Orchestra. Education M.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook B.M., New England Conservatory of Music Research and Professional Focus Harms' work bridges performance, education, and leadership. She founded the Elixir Chamber Orchestra and Music at Kirkwood, emphasizing innovative ensemble direction. Her advocacy for youth music education includes former leadership of the Amarillo Youth Orchestra and ongoing educational outreach across the western United States. Awards and Recognition Grand Prize, Fischoff International Chamber Music Competition (with Harrington String Quartet) Grand Prize, Evian International Chamber Music Competition (with Harrington String Quartet) Creative Output Her discography includes solo recordings The Black Swan and The Hot Canary , alongside collaborations with Tom Waits on albums Alice and Blood Money .

Benjamin LiupaogoView profile

Lecturer

• Voice
• Opera
• Musical Theater
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Benjamin Liupaogo is a Lecturer in Vocal Studies at Stanford University Department of Music. A Samoan tenor and collaborative pianist, he has performed extensively in Europe and the U.S., including with the Grammy-winning San Francisco Symphony Chorus, San Francisco Opera Chorus, and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Chorale. He also contributes to community initiatives through roles at the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (SFBAC-NATS) and the Samoan Community Development Center (SCDC). Doctorate of Musical Arts (ABD), University of Wisconsin-Madison (Voice Performance, minor in Collaborative Piano) Graduate Performance Certificate, DePaul University (Voice/Opera, 2017) Master of Sacred Music, University of Notre Dame (2015) Master of Music, Roosevelt University: Chicago College of Performing Arts (Voice Performance, 2012) Bachelor of Music, San Francisco State University (Voice Performance, 2010) His research and teaching focus on vocal performance, opera, and musical theater, with expertise in collaborative piano, choral work, and music direction. Benjamin integrates classical training with community engagement, supporting Pacific Islander cultural representation. He has held key roles at institutions such as San Francisco Symphony Chorus, Boston University Tanglewood Institute, and Madison Opera, and has been active in vocal coaching, music direction, and performance since 2017. Scientific Awards Grammy for Best Opera Recording (2017-2019) for Kaija Saariaho’s *Adriana Mater* Benjamin is also a board member of SFBAC-NATS and the Samoan Community Development Center, emphasizing inclusive education and cultural advocacy.