Joseph Mueller is an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Music at Capital University. He serves as principal cello of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and section cello in the Newark-Granville Symphony Orchestra, while also performing as soloist with the Capital University/Bexley Community Orchestra. Master of Music in Cello Performance, University of Oklahoma Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance, Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University Bloomington Research & Teaching Interests: Cello Pedagogy String Chamber Music Cello Studio Cello Lessons Mr. Mueller has studied under Emilio Colon, Jonathan Ruck, and Sabrina Lackey, while participating in master classes led by renowned musicians including Janos Starker, Lynn Harrell, and the Cavani String Quartet. He began his cello training at age six using the Suzuki method.
June Violet Aino serves as Assistant Professor of Music and Faculty Administrator at Central Connecticut State University, where she teaches music technology and composition courses including Electro-Acoustic Music, Orchestration, and iPad-based music creation. Her work bridges composition, performance, and technological innovation within contemporary music practice. Her educational background includes: Master of Music in Composition from The Hartt School (2021) Bachelor of Arts in Music Theory and Composition from Central Connecticut State University (2018) Aesthetic explorations focus on visceral sonic events and boundary-pushing notation techniques. Her expertise spans electronic music, aleatoric composition, improvisation, and LGBTQ musical expression, with strong emphasis on DIY production and multidisciplinary collaboration. Current projects investigate intersections between technology and human interaction through unconventional instrumentation. Recent compositions demonstrate consistent engagement with experimental electronic frameworks and collaborative structures. Works like "Delightful Dissension" explore musical dialogue in chamber settings, while the DEATHLESS FOREVER project reveals sustained commitment to improvisational electric piano/trombone configurations. Her output shows progressive integration of chance operations with digital production across chamber, orchestral, and electronic formats since 2018. June actively mentors through ensemble direction including the Central iPad Ensemble, though specific student details aren't publicly documented. Grant activities remain undisclosed in available sources. As co-creator of the 12-year DEATHLESS FOREVER project, she performs electric piano and trombone with percussionists Daisy Josefa and Max Goldstein. The ensemble maintains rigorous touring schedules across the continental US with frequent New England performances, recently releasing "how could i not be your girl?" (2024) after extensive national tours.
Song Xie is a Professor of Music at Belhaven University, where he has served since 2005. He holds multiple roles including Director of the String Area, Conductor of the BU Symphony Orchestra, and Artistic Director of the graduate-level Violinist’s Artist Diploma program. A distinguished violinist and educator, Xie combines his professional performance experience with a commitment to string education, emphasizing excellence guided by his faith in God’s calling. Education: B.A. from GuangXi Institute of Arts B.A. from Shanghai Conservatory of Music M.Mus. from Louisiana State University Research & Teaching Interests revolve around string performance, chamber music, orchestral conducting, and music education. His expertise spans classical repertoire, violin pedagogy, and fostering professional development in young musicians. Honors & Awards Chinese National Violin Competition Winner LSU Young Artist Concerto Competition Winner Chautauqua Festival Young Artist Competition Finalist Xie’s students have achieved recognition in competitions and secured scholarships to prestigious institutions like Juilliard and Eastman School of Music. He actively mentors through masterclasses and summer festivals, including the MSO Premier Orchestra Institute and Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp.
Dr. Cassandra Sulbarán serves as a Private Music Instructor at Curry College in Milton, MA, teaching violin and viola. She concurrently holds positions at South Shore Conservatory (viola and chamber music faculty), Morrison Elementary in Braintree, MA (4th-5th grade band/orchestra), and Braintree High School (orchestra/piano instruction). Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Music in Viola Performance, summa cum laude, Ithaca College (2005) Master of Music, University of Maryland (2007) Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Maryland (2011) Dr. Sulbarán specializes in viola repertoire from Latin America and Spain, demonstrated through her dissertation "Music for the Viola from Latin America and Spain: Canción y Baile," featuring bilingual program notes and Soundcloud recordings. As an active performer, she has presented solo recitals across the United States and performed with ensembles in Europe, Venezuela, and the Czech Republic. She performs on a 2013 Hiroshi Iizuka viola and Louis Morizot bow.
Mart Laas (born November 4, 1958) is a Senior Lecturer in Cello and Cello Pedagogy at the Estonian Academy of Music and Tallinn Music High School. He has been active as a cello teacher since 1979 and at the Academy since 1992. His students include notable musicians like Marcel Johannes Kits and Kaido Kelder. Graduated from Tallinn Music High School (1977, Laine Leichter’s class) and Tallinn State Conservatory (1982, Peeter Paemurru and Ivo Juul’s classes) Completed assistant training at Moscow Conservatory (1986–88, Maria Tchaikovsky’s class) Research & Performance Interests: Mart Laas specializes in cello pedagogy, solo performance, and orchestral musicianship. His career spans teaching, concertmaster roles in Estonian National Symphony Orchestra and Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, and chamber music collaborations across Europe, Japan, Canada, and the USA. Awards: Second prize at Estonian String Instrument Players Competition (1981, 1987) Riho Päts School Music Foundation laureate (2009) Cultural Endowment Annual Award (2013) Harju County Theatre Award (2013) Teaching & Mentorship: Laas has mentored numerous cello students and contributed to Estonian music education through his roles at Tallinn Music High School and Estonian Academy of Music. He was recognized for long-term effective work as a cello teacher in 2013.
Maria Wiczyńska is a dedicated music educator and accomplished violist at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, where she has served on the faculty since 1985. She is affiliated with Faculty II – Instrumental, specializing in string instruments pedagogy and orchestral training. Wiczyńska graduated from the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk in 1978, studying under Professor Jan Paruzel, after completing her primary and secondary music education in Bydgoszcz. Her academic journey reflects the traditional Polish music education system that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical performance skills. As a performer-educator, Wiczyńska's expertise centers on viola performance techniques, orchestral repertoire, and specialized literature for string instruments. Her teaching philosophy integrates decades of professional performance experience with pedagogical methods tailored to developing musicians. She has significantly contributed to music education through her long-standing commitment to nurturing generations of string players and orchestral musicians. Meritorious for Polish Culture distinction from the Minister of Culture and National Heritage (2015) Throughout her 35-year teaching career, Wiczyńska has educated 30 Master of Arts graduates, supervised 5 bachelor's theses and 35 master's theses, while also reviewing approximately 50 additional master's theses. Her mentorship extends beyond the classroom through performance opportunities and professional guidance for emerging musicians. Wiczyńska maintains strong connections with professional music ensembles, having led the viola section of the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra in Gdańsk since 1980 and previously performing with the Gdańsk Oboe Quartet until 2008. These professional engagements provide valuable real-world context for her teaching and create performance opportunities for her students.
Jon Gordon is an Associate Professor at the Desautels Faculty of Music , University of Manitoba , where he teaches jazz saxophone, composition, and ensemble coaching. A 1996 Thelonious Monk Competition winner , he has performed with icons like Tony Bennett, Aretha Franklin, and Wayne Shorter, while releasing critically acclaimed albums such as Evolution and Within Worlds . B.Mus., Manhattan School of Music M.Mus., SUNY Purchase His research spans creative jazz composition , oral history interviews , and educational materials like Foundations for Improvisers . His 2020 book Jazz Dialogues debuted at #1 on Amazon’s jazz releases, featuring conversations with legends including Phil Woods and Milt Hinton. Key awards include a 2022 JUNO nomination for Stranger Than Fiction and recognition for For Sue as an Indie Excellence finalist . His recent 7th Ave South project (2024) documents collaborative recording with ensembles across Winnipeg and NYC, blending live and remote techniques.
Vincenzo Arceri serves as an Assistant Professor (non-tenure) in the Department of Mathematical, Physical and Computer Sciences at the University of Parma. Previously, he held a postdoctoral position at Ca' Foscari University of Venice (2019-2021) following his 2020 PhD completion at the University of Verona, where he also earned his Bachelor's (2014) and Master's (2016) degrees in Computer Science. His academic trajectory demonstrates continuous progression in static analysis research. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Computer Science (2020), University of Verona MSc in Computer Science (2016), University of Verona BSc in Computer Science (2014), University of Verona Arceri's research centers on static program analysis with specialization in string analysis for dynamic languages, abstract interpretation frameworks, and blockchain security verification. He has developed novel techniques for smart contract analysis across Ethereum (EVMLiSA), Hyperledger Fabric, and Tezos platforms, addressing critical issues like cross-contract invocations and read-write conflicts. His work bridges theoretical formal methods with practical security applications in decentralized systems. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strategic research pivot toward blockchain verification, comprising 60% of his output. Key contributions include the Tarsis string domain for automata-based analysis, LiSA framework extensions for multi-language support, and specialized tools for EVM bytecode. His work consistently addresses precision-performance tradeoffs in abstract interpretation while expanding into machine learning applications for code analysis. Arceri actively seeks research collaborators, stating he "is always looking for strong and motivated students to work with me." His projects EVMLiSA, LiSA, and Tarsis demonstrate sustained research funding through GitHub maintenance and industrial collaborations like the GoLiSA experience report. He has developed curricular materials for graduate courses including Static Analysis and Software Verification at Parma. He maintains active connections with the Software and System Verification research group, previously at Ca' Foscari University of Venice and currently through open-source contributions at University of Parma. His GitHub repositories and Zulip community engagement foster collaborative development of static analysis tools, particularly for blockchain applications.
Pierre Colombet serves as a Lecturer for String Chamber Music at the Institute for Artistic Instrumental Studies . His work focuses on musical pedagogy and ensemble training. Role: Lecturer Institution: Institute for Artistic Instrumental Studies Research Interests: Music education, chamber music performance, string instrument training, artistic ensemble dynamics
Gabriel Le Magadure serves as a Lecturer for string chamber music at the Institute for Artistic Instrumental Studies . His role focuses on teaching and mentoring in the specialized domain of string chamber music performance. Institution: Institute for Artistic Instrumental Studies Academic Role: Lecturer His research and pedagogical interests center on music education , chamber music , and string instruments , emphasizing artistic development and collaborative performance techniques.
Roland Glassl is a Professor of Viola and Chamber Music at the Institute for Artistic Instrumental Studies . His work focuses on musical performance and education, particularly in viola and chamber music contexts.
John Casey serves as a Tutorial Adjunct of Music at Dordt University, contributing expertise in double bass performance and music education within the institution's Christ-centered academic environment. His educational credentials include: Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Minnesota Minneapolis Master of Music in Double Bass Performance from Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois Professional training was received under distinguished instructors including James Clute at the University of Minnesota, Warren Benfield at Northwestern University, and masterclass artists Stuart Sankey and Eugene Levinson at the Aspen Music Festival. His performance career centers on orchestral double bass, with significant positions across Midwestern ensembles. Current professional engagements feature: Principal Bass with the Northwest Iowa Symphony Orchestra Associate Principal Bass with the Sioux City Symphony Bass section member of the South Dakota Symphony Active membership in the South Dakota String Teachers Association Recent performance highlights include a Faculty Bass Recital at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. No information is available regarding student advising, research grants, or scientific awards.
Mimi Rabson serves as a Music Instructor in Jazz Violin, Viola, and Fiddle at Wellesley College and holds a Professorship at Berklee College of Music. Renowned as one of Boston's most versatile musicians, she excels across classical, jazz, Klezmer, and eclectic fusion genres, with performances alongside Itzhak Perlman and appearances on national television programs including The Late Show with David Letterman. Her formal education includes a Bachelor of Music from The New England Conservatory of Music, providing the foundation for her multifaceted career spanning performance, composition, and pedagogy. Rabson's artistic practice centers on innovative string techniques across Jazz, Klezmer, and Classical traditions, characterized by aggressive eclecticism and mastery of diverse styles. She pushes boundaries through electric violin experimentation, harmonic innovation, and cross-genre synthesis, while maintaining a strong commitment to music education through publications and clinics that demystify complex string techniques for contemporary musicians. Her distinguished accolades include: First-prize winner of the Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellowship in composition As a founding member of the Klezmer Conservatory Band and active performer with the Jazz Composers Alliance Orchestra, Rabson maintains vibrant ensemble commitments while authoring educational materials like her book "Berklee Arpeggios, Chords and Etudes for the Violin" and contributing to String Charts catalogues. Her work as a sought-after clinician extends her influence through workshops that bridge academic instruction and professional performance practice.
Hui Weng serves as a Music Instructor in Guzheng at Wellesley College's Department of Music, while also holding positions as associate professor at Berklee College of Music and faculty member at the New England Conservatory (NEC). At NEC she directs the Chinese Music Ensemble, and at Berklee she leads the Global String Ensemble. Her educational background includes a B.A. from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing (中国音乐学院) and an M.M. from the New England Conservatory of Music. Dr. Weng's research centers on integrating traditional Chinese music practices with Western classical training to foster creativity through cultural exchange . She emphasizes how students' unique cultural backgrounds can inspire vibrant performing environments and investigates applications of improvisational skills in cross-disciplinary problem-solving. Her work bridges music pedagogy with intercultural communication , particularly through expanding Guzheng repertoire. She has received the Emerging Artist Award from the St. Boltoph Foundation for her innovative contributions to Guzheng performance. Dr. Weng actively engages in community outreach through music education initiatives in underserved communities, collaborations with Chinese music institutes, and benefit concerts supporting social justice, healthcare, and environmental causes. She is developing a new ensemble course at Wellesley focused on traditional Chinese music as a foundation for creative improvisation and composition.
Wonkak Kim is Associate Professor of Clarinet at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance, where he has been teaching since 2017. Prior to his appointment at UO, Kim served as Associate Professor of Clarinet at Tennessee Tech University (2012-2017). He is a founding member of enhakē, the clarinet-violin-cello-piano quartet, which is in its 12th season and has performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie's Weill Recital Hall and Seoul Arts Center. His educational background includes: DMA 2012, Florida State University MM 2009, Florida State University BMus and BA Mathematics 2007, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Kim's performance career spans international stages throughout the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. He has been praised for his 'excellent breath control' (The Washington Post) and 'exuberant musicianship' (Fanfare). His discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as 'Gulfstream,' which received 'Music US Choice' (BBC Music Magazine), 'Recording of the Month' (MusicWeb International), and American Record Guide Critic's Choice. Kim was the first Korean clarinetist to perform Mozart's Clarinet Concerto on basset clarinet in a nationally broadcasted concert in South Korea. His scholarly activities focus on intercultural collaborations between Korean traditional music and contemporary classical music. Since 2019, Kim has commissioned over a dozen new works for clarinet by Korean composers and presented them at various international stages. His recent projects include ongoing commissions from Juri Seo, Eunseon Yu, Caroline Kyunga Ahn, and Jiyoung Chung. Kim has received numerous faculty awards, including the Presidential Fellowship in Humanistic Studies (2020), UO Faculty Research Award (2021), and UO College of Arts and Science Summer Stipend (2019). His teaching philosophy emphasizes fundamentals, etudes, and repertoire development, with a structured approach to student development. He regularly presents lectures at over 150 conferences, seminars, and universities, including Harvard and Princeton. Kim is also a College Music Society Ambassador to Korea and frequently serves as a guest professor in Korean universities and conservatories. He is a Buffet Crampon, Silverstein, and Vandoren Performing Artist and plays exclusively on Buffet Tosca Clarinet and Vandoren products.
