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Carlton VossView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Orchestral Music
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Carlton Voss is an American composer and adjunct professor of music theory at Columbia University (2005-09). He holds a DMA in composition from Columbia (2003) and a BA summa cum laude from Harvard (1994). His works include orchestral pieces like Sinfonietta (1989) and chamber works like String Quartet No. 2 (2007-08). Voss has performed as a violist and served as senior editor of Current Musicology (1998-2002). Notable awards include the Kennedy Center Friedheim Award finalist (1992) and the Prix Nadia-Boulanger (1996). His research focuses on contemporary orchestral/chamber composition, blending avant-garde techniques with classical traditions. Recent works emphasize experimental forms in string quartets and electroacoustic compositions. Educations: BA Harvard (1994), MA/DMA Columbia (1996/2003) Key roles: Columbia teaching assistant (1995-96, 1998-2001), violist in contemporary ensembles His compositional style incorporates minimalist elements with modernist harmonies, often inspired by dance and poetry (e.g., Landscape with Boat based on Wallace Stevens). Recent trends show increased focus on solo and ensemble works exploring extended instrumental techniques. Awards: Kennedy Center Friedheim finalist (1992), Hugh F. MacColl Prize (1993), Columbia Faculty Fellowships (1994-2001) Teaching and advising: Taught music theory courses at Columbia; no listed formal advisees. Grants included Columbia Fellowships supporting his doctoral research. Labs/affiliations: Senior editor of Current Musicology (1998-2002); active in New York contemporary music scene.

Aaron WyanskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Music Composition
• Jazz Studies
• Classical Music
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Aaron Wyanski is an Assistant Professor of Music Composition at the University of Maine at Farmington, Department of Music. His work bridges composition, performance, and interdisciplinary education. He holds a DMA from The Hartt School (2018), an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts (2015), and a BM from Purchase College (2006). His research explores themes of memory, perspective, and vulnerability, informed by diverse performance experiences including jazz big band tours, NYC's CBGB performances, and classical piano recitals. Wyanski has been commissioned by ensembles like the Amaranth String Quartet and has participated in residencies at the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts and Vermont College of Fine Arts. As an educator, he contributed to the interdisciplinary team awarded the inaugural Sweet Briar College/Virginia Center Collaborative Teaching Fellowship. His artistic practice integrates nature walks, black tea rituals, and repeated viewing of Columbo episodes to inspire creativity. Performance Highlights : Hartford New Music Festival, New Music Miami, Vermont College of Fine Arts residency Teaching : Collaborative teaching fellowship emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches

Liza LimView profile

Professor

• Ecological Musicology
• Transcultural Composition
• Gender Studies in Music
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Professor Liza Lim is the Sculthorpe Chair of Australian Music and Professor of Composition at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. Her research focuses on ecological listening, transcultural collaboration, and climate communication through music. She leads the ARC Laureate Fellowship 'Multispecies Creativity and Climate Communication' (2025-2029) and has received prestigious awards including the OPUS KLASSIK (2024) and Order of Australia (2023). Lim’s works, such as Extinction Events and Dawn Chorus and Annunciation Triptych , explore themes of gender, ecology, and spirituality. She mentors students in projects like Threads of a Latvian Sound World and Climate Change Temporalities . Lim collaborates internationally with institutions like Ensemble Klangforum Wien and Harvard University. Education: Not explicitly stated in text, but implies advanced training in composition. Research: Prioritizes ecological and transcultural practices, funded by ARC and global foundations. Lim’s discography spans 40+ CDs, with works published by Ricordi Berlin. Her recent projects include A Sutured World (2024) and commissions for Lucerne Festival (2026). She also serves as Guest Professor at Frankfurt University of Music and Harvard collaborator.

Carl VineView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Composition
• Orchestral Music
• Chamber Music
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Carl Vine AO is a Senior Lecturer in Composition at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music (University of Sydney) since 2014. He is a prominent Australian composer with an extensive catalog of orchestral works, including eight symphonies and thirteen concertos. His piano music is internationally recognized, featured on over 60 albums. Vine also contributed to film, television, dance, and theatre scores, including the 1996 Atlanta Olympics Closing Ceremony music. Education: Studied piano with Stephen Dornan and composition with John Exton at the University of Western Australia. Professional roles included Artistic Director of Musica Viva Australia (2000–2019), Huntington Estate Music Festival (2006), and Musica Viva Festival Sydney (2008). Research interests focus on modern art music composition, blending classical traditions with innovative techniques. Notable works include Piano Sonata No 1 , Poppy , and Five Hallucinations . Awards include Officer of the Order of Australia (2014) and multiple APRA-AMC Awards. Recent Compositions: Piano Sonata No 4, Symphony No 8, Implacable Gifts (piano concerto), Five Hallucinations (trombone concerto). Awards: 1993–2019 APRA-AMC Awards, Don Banks Award, Sir Bernard Heinze Award. Labs/Teams: Active with Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and collaborations with ensembles like the Goldner String Quartet and Nexas Quartet.

Ella MacensView profile

Lecturer

• Contemporary Classical Music Composition
• Choral Music
• Orchestral Composition
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Ella Macens is an Associate Lecturer in Composition at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. Her work blends Latvian folk traditions with contemporary classical aesthetics, emphasizing intimacy and emotional resonance. She holds a Bachelor of Music (2015) and Master of Music (2023) from the Sydney Conservatorium, where her thesis explored singer-songwriter aesthetics in classical composition. Research focuses on merging folk influences with orchestral techniques, and fostering creative spaces like the 'Tiny Home Concert' series. Teaching includes courses in Composition, Analysis, and Music History, such as MUSC1503 and CMPN1331. Recent projects include a Wind Symphony for Japan/Korea tours, a 150th-anniversary piece for Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College, and Latvian choir commissions. Awards include the 2023 Australian Art Music Awards nomination and heritage-focused accolades from PBLA and LAAJ. Her works span orchestral pieces like The Space Between Stars (2017) and chamber works such as The Brightest Star In The Night (2022), often reflecting her cultural roots and emotional storytelling.

• Classical Music Performance
• Double Bass
• Chamber Music
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Kees Boersma is a Lecturer in Double Bass at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He holds a DipMus from the Victorian College of the Arts and postgraduate studies at the Sweelinck Conservatorium in Amsterdam. Boersma has performed with prestigious ensembles including the Royal Concertgebouworkest, Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO), Hong Kong Philharmonic, and West Australian Symphony Orchestra. His roles include principal bassist with the SSO since 1990 and artistic director of the Sydney Symphony Vanguard Collective. Education : Victorian College of the Arts (DipMus) Sweelinck Conservatorium, Amsterdam (Postgraduate) Research & Performance Interests : Specializes in double bass performance across classical and contemporary repertoires. Active in chamber music with groups like the Sydney Soloists, Australia Ensemble, and ELISION (contemporary music). Notable performances include world premieres of Colin Bright’s bass concerto and works by Donatoni, Barrett, and Ferneyhough. Recent Performances : Highlights include 2016’s The Witching Hour with the Australian World Orchestra and 2015’s Bass Extravaganza at the Art Gallery of NSW. Recorded works include The Galant Bassoon (2008) and Chamber of Horrors (2005). Awards & Recognition : No formal awards listed, though his extensive performance history and artistic direction roles reflect significant professional recognition. Teaching & Mentorship : Long-term tutor with Australian Youth Orchestra’s National Music Camps. Presented at double bass conferences and contributed to music education through recitals and masterclasses. Labs/Teams : Founding member of ELISION (contemporary music), Sydney Soloists, and regular contributor to Musica Viva tours.

• Classical Music Performance
• Orchestral Music
• Double Bass Performance
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Alex Henery is a Lecturer in Double Bass at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He has been Principal Double Bassist of the Sydney Symphony since 1998, with a career spanning major orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic, London Symphony, and Philharmonia Orchestra. His work bridges classical performance, film soundtrack composition, and educational outreach. Education: Studied double bass at the Sydney Conservatorium (1985-86), followed by training in New York and Boston. Professional roles include Co-Principal Bass positions with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (1990) and London’s Philharmonia Orchestra (1992). Active in Australia’s music scene since the 1990s, collaborating with ensembles like the Omega Ensemble and Australian World Orchestra. Research/Performance Focus: Specializes in double bass performance, orchestral collaborations, and cross-genre projects (e.g., film soundtracks for Happy Feet Two , Mao’s Last Dancer ). Explores Australian musical identity through works like My Country Australia , blending classical traditions with national themes. Recent Performances: Highlights include 2018’s Miss Brill at the Art Gallery of NSW, 2016’s Witching Hour concerto, and Mahler Symphony No.1 recordings (2010). Engages in educational initiatives via the Australian String Academy and Riverina Summer School for Strings. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Omega Ensemble, and film scoring collectives like Click Track Music Enterprises. Active in recording studios such as the Trackdown Scoring Stage.

Meghan BerindeanView profile

Associate Professor

• Music Performance
• Cello Performance
• Chamber Music
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Meghan Berindean is an Associate Professor of Music at Austin Peay State University, specializing in cello performance and music education. She holds a Doctor of Music from Florida State University, a Master of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music, and a Bachelor of Music with a Professional Performance Certificate from Penn State University. Her expertise spans orchestral performance, chamber music, and pedagogy. She has performed with ensembles such as the Northerntier Symphony Orchestra and Gateway Chamber Orchestra, and has led chamber programs through grants like the Francis E. Sykora Outreach Grant. Berindean also coordinates the string chamber music program at the Sewanee Summer Music Festival and teaches at the Bay View Music Festival. Her research and performance focus includes 20th-century Czech composer Bohuslav Martinů’s cello works, as highlighted in her doctoral dissertation. She has received prestigious awards, including the Eleanor Beene Scholarship Prize, and has been a prizewinning chamber musician with groups like the Valens Piano Quartet. Berindean’s professional roles include co-principal cello of the Gateway Chamber Orchestra and past leadership positions in orchestras such as the Paducah Symphony and Sinfonia Gulf Coast. She actively engages in music outreach, performing in schools and assisted living facilities through her chamber music initiatives.

Mikayel HakhnazaryanView profile

Lecturer

• Chamber Music
• Classical Performance
• Orchestral Playing
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Mikayel Hakhnazaryan is a Lecturer in Chamber Music at the Hochschule für Musik Karlsruhe since the 2021-2022 winter semester. A renowned cellist, he is a core member of the Kuss Quartet and holds principal cello positions with the Munich Chamber Orchestra since 2014, as well as guest roles with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and its chamber ensembles. His career spans solo performances with orchestras such as the Armenian Philharmonic and Basel Chamber Orchestra, alongside collaborations with artists like Steven Isserlis and Mischa Maisky. Education highlights include graduating from the Armenian State Conservatory, earning a soloist diploma from the Basel Academy of Music under Ivan Monighetti, and studies at the Tibor Varga Academy in Switzerland. He has held principal cello roles in ensembles including the Basque National Orchestra, Lucerne Symphony, and Camerata Bern. Teaching engagements include masterclasses at the Royal Birmingham Conservatory, Suntory Hall Tokyo, and Jeunesses Musicales. He performs on a 1735 Andrea Castagneri cello, emphasizing both classical and contemporary repertoire.

Alexej OutekhinView profile

Lecturer

• Piano Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
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Alexej Outekhin is a Lecturer in Piano and Music Pedagogy at the Hochschule für Musik Würzburg since 2013 and previously held a position as a Lecturer in Piano at the Hamburg Conservatory until 2018. His expertise spans piano performance, music education methodologies, and chamber music. He has received prestigious awards including the Armin Knab Duo Competition Prize and the Go-East Scholarship , supporting his studies at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. His performances have taken him across Europe, Russia, and Japan, showcasing his mastery of classical and contemporary repertoire. Education: Began training at Medinja School for Gifted Children (Riga) Continued studies under Evgeni Roitman post-1995 migration to Germany Attended BFSM Sulzbach-Rosenberg (2003–2005) Completed Diplom Musiklehrer and Diplommusiker (with distinction, 2011) at Hochschule für Musik Würzburg Studied via Go-East Scholarship at St. Petersburg Conservatory (2012) Completed Masterclass with Prof. András Hamary (2014) Research & Performance: Focus on piano performance, pedagogy, and chamber collaborations with ensembles like Mandelring and Juilliard String Quartet Active engagement with new music through partnerships with Thomas Hell and Yumiko Meguri Teaching emphasizes methodological approaches to piano instruction ( Methodik und Fachdidaktik ) Awards & Honors: Finalist in Yamaha Stipendium Wettbewerb (Hannover) DAAD Stipendiat and Deutschlandstipendium recipient Recognized for performances by critics (e.g., "tremendous technical mastery" – Bayreuth-Nordbayerischer Kurier) Teaching & Collaborations: Develops curricula in piano pedagogy and supervises performance exams Active concert schedule balances classical and contemporary repertoire Collaborative networks include international ensembles and pedagogical innovators

Lorenz LuykenView profile

Lecturer

• Musicology
• Historical Music Studies
• Music Education
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Dr. Lorenz Luyken is a Research Associate and Lecturer in Historical Musicology at the Hanover University of Music, Drama and Media. He serves as the spokesperson for the Music Education program (Diploma) and has held roles in academic governance, including membership in the University Senate since 2005. His research focuses on 19th- and 20th-century composers like Jean Sibelius, Bedřich Smetana, and Leoš Janáček, with expertise in music pedagogy and historical reception studies. Dr. Luyken holds advanced degrees in musicology, pedagogy, and clarinet performance from the Cologne University of Music and the University of Cologne. His career includes freelance orchestral work, music school teaching, and academic lecturing since 1998. He has authored monographs, peer-reviewed articles, CD booklets, and encyclopedia entries, emphasizing compositional analysis and cultural contexts. His research interests span compositional techniques, national identity in music, and music education methodologies. Notable works include studies on Sibelius’s late symphonic forms and Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique for pedagogical application. He also engages with interdisciplinary topics like music and medicine, as seen in analyses of composers’ health conditions influencing their works.

Johannes LüthyView profile

Professor

• Classical Music
• Viola Performance
• Chamber Music
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Prof. Johannes Lüthy is a Professor of Viola at Karlsruhe University of Music since 2001. He co-founded the Viola Symposium Feldkirch and teaches at institutions like the Kronberg Academy and HEAR Strasbourg. His career includes roles as solo violist in orchestras such as the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande and Southwest German Radio Symphony Orchestra. Education & Early Career: 1987: Began teaching as assistant to Prof. Hatto Beyerle at Hanover University of Music 1989–2001: Led viola classes at Freiburg University of Music as Lecturer (1989–1995) and Professor (1996–2001) Research & Performance: Specializes in viola performance, chamber music collaborations, and orchestral training. Active in recordings with renowned artists including Wen-Sinn Yang and Garth Knox. Co-founded ensembles like the Basel Chamber Ensemble and Geneva Piano Quartet. Labs/Teams: Quintet partner of the Auryn Quartet; member of Rosbaud Quartet and Basel Chamber Ensemble.

Robert BeckerView profile

Academic

• Viola Performance
• Chamber Music
• String Pedagogy
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Robert Becker is an Associate Professor Emeritus of Music at Chapman University's Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music within the College of Performing Arts. He previously served as Director of String Studies (2006–2019) and Principal Viola of the Pacific Symphony Orchestra (1982–2016). His expertise spans viola performance, chamber music, and string pedagogy. Education: B.M. and M.M. from The Juilliard School. He has held leadership roles with the American String Teachers Association (ASTA), including President of the greater Los Angeles chapter (2016–2019) and recent selection as President Elect at the state level. Research interests include string technique, pain-free playing methodologies, and chamber music ensemble coordination. His performances include solo and orchestral roles with renowned artists like Yo-Yo Ma and recordings with composers such as Philip Glass. He has presented workshops globally, including at Carnegie Hall and international festivals in Cremona, Italy. Awards: Naumberg Chamber Music Award, Vera Barstow Award, and Chapman’s Excellence in Teaching Award. His students pursue careers in prestigious conservatories and orchestras. Labs/Teams: Co-founder of the American String Quartet and director of TheViola Workout summer workshop. Active in musician advocacy on Pacific Symphony’s Board of Directors and Investment Committee.

Grace FongView profile

Professor

• Classical Music Performance
• Contemporary Music
• Keyboard Studies
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Grace Fong is a Professor and Director of the Conservatory of Music at Chapman University's College of Performing Arts. She holds a Doctor of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music and has an international career as a prize-winning concert pianist, chamber musician, and contemporary keyboardist. Her performances include major venues like Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center, with radio/TV appearances on BBC, NPR, and others. She has collaborated with renowned orchestras such as the Mariinsky Theater Orchestra and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. Fong’s awards include the Christel DeHaan Classical Fellowship and the prestigious Presidential Scholar in the Arts. Her research and artistic focus spans classical and contemporary piano performance, chamber music, and interdisciplinary art projects like Project Metamorphosis . She actively mentors students through academic competitions and recitals, and her work bridges traditional and modern musical expression. Education: Doctor of Music, Cleveland Institute of Music Master of Arts, Cleveland Institute of Music Bachelor of Science, University of Southern California Research Interests: Keyboard performance techniques Contemporary composition interpretation Interdisciplinary arts collaboration Historical performance practices (Baroque/Classical/Romantic eras) Artistic pedagogy for pianists Notable Awards: Gold Medalist - Leeds International Piano Competition Jury’s Selection Prize in multiple international competitions Christel DeHaan Classical Fellowship (first female winner in 12 years) National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts Grand Prize Grants & Mentoring: Fong oversees the Conservatory’s academic programs, including the Annual Concerto Competition and faculty scholarship recitals. Her work emphasizes bridging performance excellence with educational outreach.

Nathaniel ParkeView profile

Lecturer

• Cello Performance
• Chamber Music
• Contemporary Classical Music
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Nathaniel Parke serves as Cello Instructor and Instrumental Coordinator at Bennington College since 2007, with additional faculty appointments at Williams College (Artist Associate in Cello) and the Chamber Music Conference and Composer’s Forum of the East. He holds principal cello positions with the Berkshire Symphony and Berkshire Opera Orchestra, and performs as a member of the Bennington String Quartet and Boston Composers String Quartet. Parke received his musical training at the Longy School of Music under George Neikrug, studied in London with William Pleeth, and earned an MFA from Bennington College with Maxine Neuman. His performance career spans period instrument ensembles to contemporary premieres, including recordings of Ileana Perez-Velasquez’s solo cello works on Albany Records and new compositions by Boston composers on the MMC label. His expertise centers on Cello Performance and Chamber Music , with significant contributions to Contemporary Classical Music through premieres of new works and Historical Performance Practice via period instrument collaborations. His freelance activities across Albany and Boston regions demonstrate exceptional versatility in both Baroque and modern repertoires. Parke maintains a private studio of cello students and has provided chamber music coaching at Longy School of Music and Skidmore College. His performance engagements include solo appearances with the Wellesley, Berkshire, and Sage City Symphonies, utilizing a 1721 C.G. Testore cello.