Andrea Pühringer

Andrea Pühringer is a Professor of Music Didactics in Primary Education at the Vienna University College of Teacher Education (PH Wien), focusing on diversity education. She holds a PhD from the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (2020) and has taught at multiple institutions since 2002. Her research emphasizes aesthetic education, cultural diversity in schools, and interdisciplinary approaches to music pedagogy. She leads the project C25 developing innovative music education modules and co-founded the Culture Club at PH Wien. Active in international collaborations with institutions like the Vienna Konzerthaus and Schauspielhaus, she also produces educational resources like Happy Music Lessons and hosts a podcast for educators.

Education:

• PhD (2020): University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
• MAS Cultural Management (2016): University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
• MA Elementary Music Education (2006): Anton Bruckner Private University Linz
• IGP Elementary Music Education (2002): Anton Bruckner Private University Linz

Research focuses on music's role in fostering cultural understanding and creativity in diverse primary school settings. Recent publications explore aesthetic education frameworks and competencies in primary music curricula. She has received awards for her thesis work and student supervision, including the 2024 Bachelor’s Thesis Award for a project on trans* identities in childhood.