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• Classical Music Performance
• Piano Pedagogy
• Music Education
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Dr Paul Rickard-Ford is a Senior Lecturer and Chair of the Piano Unit at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, The University of Sydney. He holds a BMus from Melbourne Conservatorium, ARCM from Royal College of Music, and a PhD from the University of Adelaide on Schumann’s late piano works. His career spans international performances, recordings, and teaching, marked by awards such as the 2017 Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 1988 Australia Achiever award. His pedagogical philosophy emphasizes 'Freedom and Control' in piano technique and creativity. Research interests include Romantic piano repertoire, performance practice, and pedagogy. He has recorded extensively, including Liszt’s Annees de Pelerinage and Schumann’s late works. Collaborations with Natalia Sheludiakova include world premieres like Carl Vine’s Piano Sonata for Four Hands . His students excel in global competitions, with notable wins in Sydney International Piano Competitions (2012, 2016). He tours Asia annually for masterclasses and performs on ABC Classic FM. Publications include Dr Paul's Treasure Chest | Book 1 (2018) and a chapter in Australian Pianists: A Cross-section of Performers (2010). Awards also include the Clarke Scholarship (London) and Dannreuther Prize for concerto performance. His academic roles involve examiner duties for AMEB and guest lecturing on piano pedagogy.

Bernhard KlapprottView profile

Professor

• Early Music Performance Practice
• Historical Keyboard Instruments
• Baroque Music
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Bernhard Klapprott is a German harpsichordist, clavichord player, organist, and professor at the Franz Liszt University of Music Weimar, where he leads the Institute for Early Music. He specializes in historical keyboard instruments and early music performance practice, teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His roles include professor of harpsichord/historical keyboard instruments and organ (early music) in the Church Music/Organ program. Education: Studied with Hugo Ruf, Bob van Asperen, and Michael Schneider. Completed concert diplomas in harpsichord and organ in Cologne and Amsterdam. Founded the ensemble Cantus Thuringia & Capella (1999) to promote Central German Baroque repertoire. Initiated the 'Thuringia Music Heritage' project to revive forgotten vocal/instrumental works. Research focuses on clavichord's role in 18th-century vocal style, South German Renaissance keyboard practices, and Silbermann organ performance. Has recorded over 30 CDs on labels like Aeolus and cpo, winning ECHO Klassik and German Record Critics' Awards. Notable recordings include Bach's Complete Organ Works on Silbermann Organs and Thomas Tomkins' complete keyboard music. Teaching emphasizes 16th–18th century repertoires, historically informed performance practices, and contemporary works for early instruments. His students have won major competitions including the International Harpsichord Competition in Bruges and the Telemann Competition in Magdeburg.

Claudia SchweitzerView profile

Lecturer

• Musicology
• Linguistics
• Historical Music Studies
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Claudia Schweitzer is a Lecturer at the Université Sorbonne nouvelle – Paris 3 and a research assistant at the Sophie Drinker Institut Bremen and the CNRS-funded project 'Staccato'. She holds dual PhDs: one in Musicology from the University of Oldenburg (2008) and another in Linguistics from the Université Sorbonne nouvelle – Paris 3 (2018). Her research focuses on intersections between music and French language, particularly in the 17th/18th centuries. Education: Studied Historical Keyboard Instruments and Church Music at Universities in Würzburg, Kassel, and Aachen. Taught Harpsichord, Thoroughbass, and Choir Direction at the HMT Leipzig (2003–2014) and Music History (Medieval to Baroque) at the Université Paul Valéry Montpellier 3 (2014–2018). Teaching in Bremen includes Music History (Early Music), Source Studies, and supervision of Master’s theses. She remains active as a harpsichordist, blending scholarly and performance practices. Research emphasizes historical connections between musical and linguistic expression in French contexts, with projects anchored in 17th/18th-century cultural frameworks.

Robert LangView profile

Professor

• Music Education
• Music Theory
• Opera History
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Prof. Dr. Robert Lang is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Natural Sciences at Ludwigsburg University of Education. He holds academic roles in multiple committees including the General Committee for Studies and Teaching, QM Steering Group, and the SPA Bachelor's program in Cultural and Media Education. His research focuses on music education, music theory pedagogy, and interdisciplinary approaches in art and music teaching. He completed his doctorate in musicology at the Berlin University of the Arts, specializing in Neapolitan opera of the 19th century. Lang has extensive teaching experience at institutions like the Berlin University of the Arts and the University of Bielefeld. His work emphasizes empirical studies in music education, digital media integration, and cross-disciplinary projects. Notable awards include the Comenius EduMedia Medal 2007 for his contributions to educational materials. His publications span music theory pedagogy, opera history, and interdisciplinary teaching methods. Key themes include empirical research in music education practices, the role of digital tools, and bridging music with other disciplines such as art and language. He is actively involved in textbook development and curriculum design for music education at various academic levels.

• Music Technology
• Music History
• Music Education
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Dr. Tom Rudolph is an adjunct professor affiliated with Berklee College of Music (Berklee Online), University of the Arts, Central Connecticut State University, VanderCook MECA, and the Rutgers Mason Gross School of Music. He specializes in music technology, music history, and music education. Rudolph has authored numerous textbooks and online courses, including The Musical iPad , Teaching Music with Technology , and Technology Strategies for Music Education . His work focuses on integrating digital tools into music education, notation software mastery, and music production techniques. His research interests span music technology pedagogy, historical music analysis, and innovative approaches to music notation. Rudolph also performs professionally as a trumpet player with the ensemble Gaudeamus and has published compositions and arrangements with Neil Kjos and Northeastern Music Publications.

Sanni Tenkku KearnsView profile

Lecturer

• Music Education
• Piano Performance
• Music History
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Sanni Tenkku Kearns serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Piano in the Department of Education at the School of Education. Their academic background includes a Master of Music History and Literature from Kent State University and a Bachelor of Music Education with a focus on Piano Performance from Baldwin-Wallace College State. Additionally, they hold specialized certificates in Dalcroze Eurythmics from Carnegie-Mellon University and the University of Lowell, emphasizing piano collaboration techniques. Research interests center on music pedagogy, piano performance practices, and the integration of movement (via Dalcroze Eurythmics) into music education. Specializations include historical analysis of music literature and applied teaching methods for keyboard instruments.

Tim PyperView profile

Lecturer

• Music Theory
• Organ Performance
• Harpsichord Performance
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Tim Pyper serves as Lecturer in Music and College Organist at Williams College, teaching music theory, keyboard harmony, and instrumental instruction in organ, harpsichord, and piano. An accomplished performer, he is also a certified Alexander Technique instructor dedicated to promoting ergonomic health among musicians. His academic credentials: Bachelor of Music, University of Rochester (2003) Master of Music, University of Rochester (2006) Master of Arts, Cornell University (2010) Doctor of Musical Arts, Cornell University (2011) Pyper's scholarly interests center on organ performance practice, especially early 20th-century English organ music, and the application of the Alexander Technique to prevent injuries in keyboard performers. His research bridges historical performance and somatic education, resulting in workshops and a forthcoming book chapter. His significant awards include the Arthur Poister Memorial Competition First Prize (2008), the Royal Canadian College of Organists National Competition First Prize (2001), and the FRCCO diploma. Professional experience includes directing music programs at the Cathedral Church of the Redeemer in Calgary and the Church of the Holy Apostles in New York City (2017-2023), where he led nationally broadcast recordings and international choir residencies.

Marcia YoungView profile

Lecturer

• Historical Music Performance
• Voice Pedagogy
• Early Music Studies
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Marcia Young is an Instructor in Music and Director of Performance Studies at Yeshiva University's Beren Campus, located in Stanton Hall. She holds a BA from the University of St. Catherine and an MFA from the University of Minnesota. Her expertise spans applied music, performance pedagogy, voice production, and historically informed performance practices. As a performer, she is affiliated with ensembles like My Lord Chamberlain’s Consort, Duo Marchand (with Andy Rutherford), and the medieval trio Trefoil. Her performances have been featured at institutions such as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Cloisters, and the Folger Consort. She also collaborates with lute virtuoso Christopher Morrongiello and teaches at workshops like the San Francisco Early Music Society. Her research interests emphasize early music interpretation, vocal technique, and keyboard/harp instrumentation. She has contributed to media as a writer for Opera News, Playbill, and WQXR radio. Young’s awards include Phi Beta Kappa membership, recognizing academic excellence. Teaching responsibilities include Applied Music, Chamber Ensemble, Choral Ensemble, and courses like 'Sense of Music' and 'Intro to Music Pedagogy.' Her work bridges historical performance practices with contemporary education, fostering interdisciplinary musical scholarship.

Harald HerresthalView profile

Professor

• Church music
• Organ
• Liturgy
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Harald Herresthal is a Norwegian academic and Full Professor (1978-present) at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo, with prior roles as Assistant Professor (1973) and Lecturer (1968) in music history. He served as Academy President (Rektor 1980-83) and organist at Majorstuen Church since 1974. His work bridges music history , organ performance , and liturgical traditions , emphasizing Nordic-German interactions and 19th-21st century Norwegian composers. Academic roles span 40+ years at Norwegian Academy of Music Specializes in church music , Scandinavian-German musical exchange , and composers like Grieg, Bull, and Svendsen Highlights include Edvard Grieg's international networks and Ole Bull's cultural diplomacy Publications focus on Nordic musical identity , nationalism in composition , and historical performance practices across 15+ books and articles since 1984. Awards include The King's Order of Merit , Lindeman Prize , and honorary doctorate from Berlin University of the Arts. His research spans liturgical organ traditions , German-Norwegian cultural ties , and modern music policy in East Germany . 1998: Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary Foundation 2003: King's Gold Medal, Lindeman Prize 2003: Dr.h.c. from Universität der Künste Berlin

• Classical Music Performance
• Music Education
• Orchestral Conducting
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Claudia Sabitzer is a Professor at the Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna , specifically within the Faculty of Music . Her affiliation has been active since September 2022. She contributes to academic programs in areas such as keyboard instruments (piano, accordion), conducting (orchestral and early music), and composition. Her teaching spans disciplines like song and oratorio, classical operetta, and jazz composition & arrangement through the faculty's diverse departments. Her professional involvement includes supervision and academic leadership within the university's doctoral program, focusing on artistic-scholarly research. She participates in international academic exchanges via Erasmus+ and other programs, fostering collaboration with partner institutions. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her role emphasizes pedagogical innovation and ensemble performance training across historical and contemporary music practices.

Joel SpeerstraView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Musicology
• Early Music
• Baroque Music
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Joel Speerstra is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Classical Music and Church Music within the Academy of Music and Drama at the University of Gothenburg. His academic focus centers on historical keyboard instruments, early music performance practice, and Baroque musicology. He actively participates in international conferences and collaborates with institutions such as the Göteborg International Organ Academy and the Smarano Early Keyboards Academy. Research interests include clavichord and organ repertoires, emblem studies in music, and the intersection of performance practice with historical notation. Recent work explores Johann Kuhnau’s emblematic techniques, Georg Muffat’s organ treatises, and the affordances of early keyboard instruments across periods. Publications span peer-reviewed articles, conference presentations, and contributions to specialized journals like Keyboard Perspectives and The Organ Yearbook . He frequently performs on period instruments, emphasizing interpretation of Baroque and renaissance repertoires through historically informed practices. Key collaborations: Göteborg International Organ Academy, Smarano International Organ Academy Recent projects: Clavichord performance in Christiansfeld (Denmark), lectures on Kuhnau’s emblems

Jonathan PagetView profile

Associate Professor

• Australian music
• Guitar performance
• Historical performance practices
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Associate Professor Jonathan Paget serves as Associate Dean (Music) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. A classical guitarist with international performance experience, he leads the classical guitar program and is a member of the Centre for Keyboard Heritage and Performance Research. His research focuses on Australian music, 19th-century guitar works, and historical performance practices. Doctor of Musical Arts (Eastman School of Music, 2003) Master of Arts and Master of Music (USA, 2002 and 1998) Bachelor of Music with First Class Honours (University of Western Australia, 1996) Paget’s research explores intersections between historical guitar traditions and contemporary performance, with particular emphasis on Bel Canto repertoire and Australian composers. His 15 most recent outputs span book chapters on 19th-century guitar manuscripts, cross-cultural collaborations with Chinese musicians, and analytical studies of Romantic guitar works. He investigates historical authenticity in Napoleonic-era compositions, Australian minimalist guitar works, and the application of Sonata Theory to Bel Canto music. Scientific awards include the Beazley Medal , Hackett Studentship , and Fulbright Postgraduate Award . He has won international competitions like the Shell Darwin and Rantucci Guitar Competitions. Grants highlight his leadership in projects such as the Historic Keyboard Instruments Restoration ($350,000) and Cross-Continental Inspirations in Australia-China collaborations. As a research supervisor, Paget mentors PhD candidates exploring topics like Beethoven performance traditions in China and Gilbert Biberian’s influence. He has held leadership roles with organizations including the Classical Guitar Society of Western Australia and contributes to the Fulbright Alumni Association .

Jose Ramos SantanaView profile

Associate Professor

• Piano Performance
• Spanish Music
• Classical Music
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Jose Ramos Santana serves as Associate Professor of Piano and Chair of Keyboard Instrumental Studies at The Hartt School, University of Hartford. A native of Puerto Rico, he is internationally acclaimed as a master interpreter of Spanish piano repertoire. Education: Graduate of The Juilliard School under Adele Marcus, William Masselos, and Sylvia Rabinof; additional coaching with Leon Fleisher and Alicia de Larrocha Artistic Focus: Professor Santana specializes in virtuosic piano performance with deep expertise in Spanish and Latin American composers. His scholarly work centers on the music of Roberto Sierra, Xavier Montsalvage, and Isaac Albeniz, emphasizing historical context and technical mastery. He actively promotes underrepresented Hispanic composers through performance and pedagogy. Professional Recognition: Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition (Top Prize) 2020 Isaac Albeniz Medal from Fundación Isaac Albeniz Xerox Piano Artist’s Program participant Institutional Leadership: As founder and artistic director of the Puerto Rico International Piano Festival, he shapes emerging talent across the Americas. He serves on juries for major competitions including Rosalyn Tureck International Bach Competition and Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition. His performances with orchestras like New York Philharmonic and Royal Philharmonic demonstrate his commitment to expanding classical music’s global dialogue.

Jane ChapmanView profile

Professor

• Harpsichord Performance
• Contemporary Classical Music
• Electroacoustic Music
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Jane Chapman is a Royal College of Music Professor of Harpsichord and Turner Sims Fellow at the University of Southampton, celebrated for her groundbreaking work in expanding the harpsichord's 21st-century relevance. As an Honorary Fellow of Dartington College of Arts and Leverhulme Trust-supported artist-in-residence at King's College London, she bridges baroque traditions with avant-garde innovation through electroacoustic collaborations, cross-cultural transcriptions, and multimedia performances. Academic Affiliation: Royal College of Music (Professor), University of Southampton (Turner Sims Fellow), King's College London (Leverhulme Residency) Education: Royal College of Music (Ruth Dyson), Amsterdam Conservatory (Ton Koopman) Research Focus: Jane Chapman pioneers new performance parameters for the harpsichord through: Electroacoustic integration with artists like Mark Wingfield and Gabriel Prokofiev Rediscovery of obscure sources like the 17th-century Bauyn Manuscript and 1789 Oriental Miscellany Interdisciplinary collaborations with dancers, filmmakers, and computational artists Editorial work on Contemporary Music Review journal Recent Works demonstrate technological experimentation (WIRED's electronic harpsichord), cross-cultural dialogues (ZOJI's fusion with Indian motifs), and multimedia storytelling (Rituals to Mould Her With). Her scientific awards include dual Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik wins for innovative discs. As a mentor, she nurtures emerging composers through projects at RCM, University of Southampton, and Dartington Summer School. Current initiatives explore: 21st-century Indian-occidental musical hybrids in City Symphonies Period instrument innovation with Consort 21 ensemble Digital opera production for Opera Harmony

Vanda AlbotaView profile

Lecturer

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Historical Performance Practice
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Vanda Albota is a Romanian pianist and lecturer at Folkwang University of the Arts, specializing in instrumental training and accompaniment for woodwind performers. Her career spans solo performances, chamber music collaborations, and expertise in historical performance practices on period keyboard instruments. She has held teaching roles at institutions such as the 'Franz Liszt' University of Music in Weimar and the University of the Arts Berlin. Educated in Romania, Weimar, and Berlin under renowned musicians like Paul Badura-Škoda and András Schiff Active in international masterclasses and competitions as a chamber musician and accompanist Recipient of multiple international piano competition prizes and academic scholarships Her research interests focus on piano performance, historical keyboard practices, and collaborative music-making. Albota's artistic work has been documented by major broadcasters including MDR Leipzig, BBC London, and Radio Romania Cultural. Awards and distinctions include: First Prize at the International 'Ella Phillipp' Competition DAAD and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung scholarships Multiple international competition placements She maintains active collaborations in music education and performance, with notable appearances at venues like the Berlin Philharmonie and the Sammlung Dohr in Bergheim.