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• Music Composition
• Queer & Trans Identity Studies
• Psychoacoustics
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Sarah Hennies is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at Bard College, based in upstate New York. A composer and percussionist, her work bridges musical innovation with sociopolitical and psychological themes, including queer/trans identity, psychoacoustics, and the neurology of creativity. She actively engages in acoustic ensemble composition, improvisation, film, and performance art. Her performances include prestigious venues such as MoMA PS1, Monday Evening Concerts, and the Whitney Biennial. Notable commissions span ensembles like Yarn/Wire and the Mivos String Quartet. Awards include the 2024 United States Artists Fellowship and multiple grants from institutions like the Fromm Foundation. Hennies leads scholarly research on Iannis Xenakis’s percussion music and a recording project documenting Michael Ranta’s compositions. Her creative and academic pursuits emphasize interdisciplinary exploration and critical engagement with contemporary art forms.

Andrew MarrinerView profile

Professor

• Clarinet Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Performance
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Andrew Marriner is a Professor at the Royal Academy of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He served as Principal Clarinet of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) from 1986 to 2019, succeeding Jack Brymer. Additionally, he was Principal Clarinet of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields until 2008. His career spans solo performances, chamber music collaborations, and orchestral work, including recordings for Oscar-winning films like Amadeus , Braveheart , and The King’s Speech . His research interests focus on clarinet performance, chamber music interpretation, and pedagogy. He is celebrated for his renditions of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, notably at venues like Vienna’s Musikverein and Milan’s Teatro alla Scala. Awards: Hon. RAM (1996). Teaching & Mentorship: Taught at institutions including Sydney Conservatory, Juilliard School, and Hong Kong Academy. Coaches orchestras globally and adjudicates competitions. Serves on the Donatella Flick Conducting Competition panel and the Solti Foundation Advisory Committee. Ensembles: Collaborated with the Chilingirian, Lindsay, and Belcea String Quartets, alongside artists like Alfred Brendel and André Previn.

Yuliya SmeadView profile

Lecturer

• Violin Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
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Yuliya Smead is a faculty member in the Department of Music at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, specializing in violin performance and pedagogy. She holds a Doctorate from the M. Lysenko National Academy of Music and has extensive experience as a concertmaster in orchestras such as the Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra and Fox Valley Symphony. Her roles include teaching at the Lawrence Academy of Music for 15 years and organizing the Concertmaster Series with the Fox Valley Symphony. Education: Bachelor’s in Violin Performance and Pedagogy, Ternopil Music College (Cum Laude) Master’s in Violin Performance and Pedagogy, M. Lysenko National Academy of Music (Cum Laude) Doctorate in Violin Performance and Pedagogy, M. Lysenko National Academy of Music (Full Scholarship) Research & Performance Interests: Yuliya focuses on advanced violin techniques, pedagogical methodologies, and chamber music collaboration. She has performed internationally with ensembles like the North Shore Quartet and Fox Valley String Quartet, emphasizing cross-cultural musical expression and modern music interpretation. Awards: Two-time Winner of Ternopil State Young Talent Competition Second Place, Gitaralia Poland Competition Advising & Grants: With 20+ years of teaching experience, Yuliya mentors students in orchestral training and chamber music. She has organized masterclasses and coached youth symphonies but no explicit grants are noted. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Ukrainian Chamber Ensemble Cluster, North Shore Quartet, and Fox Valley String Quartet. Organizes the Concertmaster Series performances and collaborates with the Paine Arts Center.

Daniel ImmelView profile

Associate Professor

• Music Performance
• Piano Performance
• 20th Century Music
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Dr. Daniel Immel serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Piano Technique at Albright College and holds the rank of Associate Professor of Music at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in 20th and 21st century music performance, with notable achievements including a solo recital at the Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest and a Guest Artist-in-Residence role at the University of Macedonia (Thessaloniki, Greece). His academic credentials include degrees from Boise State University, Indiana University, and The University of Texas at Austin, complemented by studies at the American Conservatory in Fontainebleau, France. Research interests focus on contemporary musical works, exemplified by his critically acclaimed lecture recitals on Ligeti’s Piano Études. Dr. Immel has performed internationally with ensembles such as the Cypress String Quartet and the Kutztown University Wind Ensemble, and collaborates with artists like saxophonist Todd Oxford. He has also contributed to the Reading Symphony Orchestra’s “Know Your Symphony” series as a lecturer. Award recognition includes a 2nd Prize win in the Bradshaw & Buono International Piano Competition and a Finalist placement in the Vienna International Music Competition. His career spans teaching roles at Louisiana Tech and Washington State Universities, emphasizing pedagogical innovation in modern music interpretation.

Dörte SchmidtView profile

Professor

• Musical Theatre
• 20th and 21st Century Music
• Cultural History of Music
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Professor Dörte Schmidt holds a chair in Musicology at the Berlin University of the Arts since 2006. Her academic career includes visiting professorships at Stuttgart University of Music (2000–2006) and habilitation from Ruhr University Bochum (1997). She has held leadership roles including presidency of the Society for Music Research (2017–2021), membership in the German Music Council Presidium (2013–present), and directorship of the Bernd Alois Zimmermann Complete Edition (2016–present). Her research focuses on post-war music culture, exile studies, and interdisciplinary arts relationships. She has authored/co-edited over 30 books and 60+ articles across musicology, cultural history, and digital humanities. Central projects include the NFDI4Culture consortium (2021–present) and research on 20th century musical modernism. Education: Studied Viola Performance, Musicology, German Studies, and Philosophy in Hanover, Berlin, and Freiburg (doctorate 1992 under Hermann Danuser). Habilitation in Bochum (1997) with a study on Lully and Gluck's operatic parody traditions. Research interests span musical theatre, post-war creative processes, and the intersections between music and other art forms. Her work analyzes how 20th century composers navigated cultural transitions post-WWII, particularly through the lens of exile returnees and institutional reforms. She pioneered studies on the LaSalle Quartet's role in disseminating modernist music and the textual practices of composers like Elliott Carter and Bernd Alois Zimmermann. Publications highlight transnational musical exchanges, such as Italian influences on German composers and Korean art song developments. Her recent work focuses on digital infrastructure for cultural heritage (NFDI4Culture) and data diplomacy in musicology. Awards include DAAD scholarships and the Alfried Krupp Senior Fellowship (2020–2021). Awards and grants include Paul Sacher Foundation support, DFG habilitation funding, and leadership in Berlin-Brandenburg Academy initiatives. She chairs the 'Academicization of the Arts' project and advises on national cultural policy through the German Cultural Council's digitalization committee.

• Chamber Music
• String Performance
• Psychodynamic Therapy
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Alasdair Tait is Chief Executive & Artistic Director of Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) and an internationally recognized cellist and educator. He previously served as cellist of the Belcea Quartet and Head of Chamber Music at Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Brian RiordanView profile

Lecturer

• Electronic Music
• Composition
• Sound Art
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Brian Riordan is an Artist Lecturer in Electronic Music at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Music, where he teaches a course he designed titled Programming Environments in Music: An Introduction to Max/MSP . He holds a PhD in Music Composition and Theory from the University of Pittsburgh. His research focuses on temporal discontinuity, delay-based performance, real-time digital signal processing, and laptop performance aesthetics. Riordan is an active performer, improviser, and collaborator, having worked across rock, jazz, classical, and experimental genres in North America, Central America, Europe, and Asia. He has composed works for ensembles including The JACK Quartet, Wet Ink Ensemble, and Kamraton, with performances at venues like STEIM and festivals such as SICPP and New Music On The Point, which he also serves as technical director. Notably, he arranged string parts for Grammy-nominated band Code Orange’s album The Above (2023). As a member of the Pittsburgh ensemble How Things Are Made , he has produced and performed on over 70 recordings and commissioned 52 compositions. His creative output bridges academic and experimental music practices, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and technological innovation.

David HardingView profile

Professor

• Classical Music
• Chamber Music
• Viola Performance
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David Harding is a Professor of Viola and Chamber Music at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music. He has an internationally renowned career as a performer, with notable engagements at venues such as Berlin’s Philharmonie, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, and New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. His collaborations include work with ensembles like the Pacifica Quartet and Trio Verlaine, and recordings such as Six Departures and works by Philip Glass. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia and with the Chester String Quartet as Ensemble in Residence at Indiana University South Bend. Education: Graduated from The Juilliard School of Music, mentored by Tibor Vaghy, Paul Doktor, and Emmanuel Vardi. His performances and recordings have been broadcast globally on CBC Radio, BBC Radio 3, NPR, and ABC Australia. Research interests focus on expanding the viola repertoire through commissions, interdisciplinary projects with poets and rock musicians, and early music exploration with Tafelmusik. Awards include the Sir John Barbirolli Award and recognition for his Juno-winning album Mad Mad World . Labs/Teams: Active member of Trio Verlaine (viola, flute, harp), former member of the Toronto String Quartet and Chester String Quartet. Teaching includes masterclasses at institutions like the Banff Centre and Royal Conservatory of Music.

Martin BeaverView profile

Professor

• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• String Quartet
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Martin Beaver is a Professor of Violin and former Co-Director of String Chamber Music studies (2013–2018) at the Colburn School in Los Angeles. A world-renowned violinist, he was First Violin of the Tokyo String Quartet (2002–2013), performing globally in venues like Carnegie Hall and Berliner Philharmonie. He has collaborated with leading artists such as Leon Fleisher and Pinchas Zukerman, and recorded extensively on labels including Harmonia Mundi and Naxos. His education includes studies under Victor Danchenko, Josef Gingold, and Henryk Szeryng. Beaver is a laureate of major competitions (Queen Elisabeth, Montreal, Indianapolis) and a recipient of the Sanford Medal (Yale) and Virginia-Parker Prize (Canada Council). He has taught at institutions like the Royal Conservatory of Music, University of British Columbia, Peabody Conservatory, and New York University. Beaver’s discography spans classical to contemporary works, including performances on the 1727 Stradivarius violin. He is a sought-after educator, conducting masterclasses worldwide and serving on competition juries (e.g., Banff International String Quartet Competition).

Leonhard RoczekView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Chamber Music
• Cello Performance
• Classical Music
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Leonhard Roczek is a Senior Lecturer in Chamber Music and Head of the Department for String and Plucked Instruments at Mozarteum University. He is a cellist with the Minetti Quartet, renowned for international performances and acclaimed CD recordings. His roles include Deputy Head of Institute and Department Head, alongside activities as a soloist, composer, arranger, and pedagogue. Education: Trained under Heidi Litschauer, Clemens Hagen, and Valentin Erben. Early recognition included scholarships and competition wins in Liezen, Gorizia, and Gradus ad Parnassum. Research and Performance: Specializes in chamber music, string quartets, and cello performance. Collaborates with artists like Fazil Say and Jörg Widmann. Engages in piano trios, duos, and the cello sextet CelloVersum. Performs with orchestras including the Vienna Philharmonic and Bruckner Orchestra Linz. Teaching: Leads chamber music instruction at Mozarteum since 2014, emphasizing student success in festivals and competitions. Conducts masterclasses globally, including at McGill University and Kuhmo Festival in Finland. Instrument: Plays a Giovanni Tononi cello (1681) loaned by the Austrian National Bank. Active in cross-genre work as a rock musician and arranger.

Lukas HagenView profile

Professor

• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• Classical Music Education
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Lukas Hagen is a Professor of Violin and Chamber Music at the Mozarteum University, Salzburg. He holds the academic title of Univ.-Prof. and has been affiliated with the university since 1999. His professional roles include serving as concertmaster of the Chamber Orchestra of Europe for seven years, as well as being a founding member of the Lucerne Festival Orchestra and the legendary Hagen Quartet. Hagen studied at the Mozarteum University under private lessons with renowned violinist Gidon Kremer. His research and teaching focus on advanced violin techniques, chamber music ensemble performance, and classical music pedagogy. He regularly participates as a juror in international music competitions and delivers master classes globally. Additionally, he contributes to the university's academic life through his leadership in the Institute for Chamber Music. Notable professional affiliations include his long-term membership in prestigious orchestras and his commitment to music education. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his career highlights reflect significant recognition in the classical music field.

Clemens HagenView profile

Professor

• Cello Performance
• Chamber Music
• Classical Music
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Clemens Hagen is a Professor of Violoncello and Head of Cello Studies at the Strings Department of Mozarteum University's Institute for Chamber Music. A renowned cellist, he has performed with top orchestras including the Berlin Philharmonic and Vienna Philharmonic, collaborating with conductors like Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Claudio Abbado. Since 1988, he has taught at Mozarteum University, succeeding Heinrich Schiff as his mentor, and became a full professor in 2003 after habilitating in 2002. Education: Began cello studies at Mozarteum University (Salzburg) before moving to Basel Conservatory. Influential teachers included Wilfried Tachezi and Heinrich Schiff. Research Interests: Focuses on cello performance traditions, chamber music ensemble dynamics, and interpretation of classical-romantic repertoire. Specializes in works by Haydn, Beethoven, Brahms, and Schumann. Maintains close ties to historical instrument performance practices. Discography Highlights: Over 45 recordings with the Hagen Quartet (Deutsche Grammophon), including complete Mozart and Bartók string quartets. Solo recordings include Brahms Double Concerto, Beethoven Triple Concerto, and Webern's cello-piano works. Awards: 1983 Vienna Philharmonic Special Prize and Dr. Karl Boehm Prize. Recipient of multiple first prizes in international competitions. Teaching & Career: Member of Lucerne Festival Orchestra since 2003. Joined Vienna Piano Trio in 2018/19. Maintains active performance schedule alongside teaching. Plays a 1698 Antonius Stradivarius cello.

• Chamber Music
• String Quartet Performance
• Historical Performance Practice
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Cibran Sierra Vazquez is a Professor of Chamber Music at the Strings Department of Mozarteum University's Institute for Chamber Music. He has held teaching positions at the University of Gothenburg and Conservatorio Superior de Música de Aragón in Zaragoza, and founded the acclaimed Cuarteto Quiroga in 2003. His career combines performance, education, and research, emphasizing chamber music's role as a metaphor for democratic and ethical values. Current affiliation: Mozarteum University (since 2020) Founder of "Sen Batuta" outreach chamber music season (2007-2013) Performs globally with leading orchestras and ensembles Education : Conservatorio Superior de Música in Vigo, Galicia Amsterdam Conservatory (Master Music) Oberlin College, USA (Artist Diploma) University of Gothenburg (Soloist Diploma) Studied with Rainer Schmidt (Hagen Quartet), Walter Levin (LaSalle Quartet), Hatto Beyerle (Alban Berg Quartet) His research focuses on chamber music's societal implications, historical performance practices, and music education. He has published essays in The Strad , El Pais , and Scherzo, and authored the book El Cuarteto de Cuerda: Laboratorio para una sociedad ilustrada (2014). Scientific Awards : Guido Vecchi Prize (2003) Voldrich Competition 1st Prize Bärenreiter Prize (2000) Spanish National Music Prize (2018) Spanish Radio Culture Prize Gold Medal of the Palau (Barcelona) As a violinist, he collaborates with orchestras like Orchester Revolutionnaire et Romantique and Chamber Orchestra of Europe, working under conductors including John Eliot Gardiner and Jordi Savall. He performs regularly at major international venues such as Wigmore Hall, Lincoln Center, and Beijing National Concert Hall.

Konstantinos TosidisView profile

Lecturer

• Contemporary Music Performance
• Guitar Arrangements of Classical/Modern Works
• Chamber Music Interpretation
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Konstantinos Tosidis is a classical guitarist, performer specialized in contemporary music, and pedagogue at Mozarteum University Salzburg (Lecturer under Prof. Eliot Fisk), Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussels, and Conservatorio Superior de Musica de Extremadura. He received his Habilitation (Priv.-Doz.) from Mozarteum University in June 2024. Education highlights include a Bachelor's and Master's with distinction from Mozarteum University under Eliot Fisk and Ricardo Gallén, followed by a PhD at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels (2016–2024). His research focuses on transcribing contemporary cello/violin/viola works for guitar while preserving musical intent, including a published arrangement of Ligeti’s Cello Sonata (Schott Edition). Research interests emphasize innovative guitar repertoire expansion through transcription and commissioning works from composers like Atanas Ourkouzounov and Marco Dottlinger. Performance achievements include 5 CDs (including an upcoming Naxos release of Ourkouzounov’s sonatas) and international solo/chamber music engagements across Europe and the U.S. As a founding member of the Miscelanea Guitar Quartet, he pioneered original compositions for guitar quartet. His pedagogical work includes teaching at three major institutions and mentoring through collaborative projects.

Peter WittenbergView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Classical Music Interpretation
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Peter Wittenberg is a Senior Lecturer at the Strings Department of the Mozarteum University, Salzburg. Specializing in piano performance and chamber music, he combines an illustrious concert career with pedagogical leadership. He holds formal affiliations with the School of Music & Art Education (SOMA) and serves as an official pianist for high-profile masterclasses. Education: Indiana University (Lev Vlassenko), Juilliard School (Jerome Lowenthal), St. Petersburg Conservatory (conducting) His artistic focus centers on radiant tonal projection, historically informed performance practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration between strings and piano. Key areas include Romantic-era repertoire, lied accompaniment, and ensemble dynamics. His performances frequently explore the intersection of technical precision and emotional expression. Notable collaborations include work with violinists Wonhee Bae (Esmé Quartet), Ziyu He (Altenberg Trio), and cellists Clemens Hagen and Raphaël Pidoux. He has been featured in major venues like Carnegie Hall and the Menuhin Festival Gstaad. Awards: Bronislaw Kaper Award (2003) for Prokofiev 2nd Piano Concerto performance Teaching engagements include conducting masterclasses with Maxim Vengerov, Gary Hoffman, and Emmanuel Pahud. He maintains active roles in Mozarteum's pedagogical initiatives and international festival partnerships.