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Alyssa Barna is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Music at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, within the College of Liberal Arts. Her work bridges music theory, digital culture, and public engagement, with a distinctive focus on contemporary popular music.
Her research interests center on music theory pedagogy and the evolving landscape of public music theory, particularly through digital platforms. She explores how social media, such as TikTok, influences music production and reception, especially in genres like bedroom pop. Her scholarship often analyzes the music of Taylor Swift, examining narrative, form, and re-recording practices. She also investigates the material culture of music, including vinyl records and musical artifacts.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in applying traditional music theory to modern pop contexts, integrating digital media, fan culture, and public scholarship. Her work appears in prominent journals such as Music Theory Online and Music Theory Spectrum, and includes both analytical chapters and critical reviews.
While no scientific awards are listed in the provided text, her research has garnered citations and attention in academic and public spheres, including mentions in news and social media platforms like Bluesky.
Alyssa Barna actively contributes to music theory through peer-reviewed publications and interdisciplinary analysis. Though no formal advisees are listed, her role as an assistant professor suggests involvement in mentoring and academic leadership. Her collaborative work, such as with C. McLaughlin, indicates engagement in scholarly partnerships.
Her research is closely tied to digital and public-facing music scholarship, with strong connections to online platforms and modern music consumption practices. She is part of a growing movement to expand music theory beyond traditional canons and into the realm of popular and digitally mediated music.
