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Associate Professor Andrew Legg is a prominent musician and researcher at the University of Tasmania, leading the Conservatorium of Music and directing the Southern Gospel Choir. His work focuses on African American gospel music's transculturalisation into Australian contexts, exploring its impact on music, community, and spirituality. Legg holds a PhD in Musicology (2008) and a BMus (1985) from the University of Tasmania.
His research emphasizes practice-led approaches, examining improvisation, performance practices, and cultural transmission in gospel traditions. Key achievements include ARIA nominations, Grammy collaborations, and founding the Southern Gospel Choir, a 130-voice ensemble renowned for its community engagement and cross-cultural performances. Legg has directed major festivals like the Festival of Voices and contributed to national cultural boards.
Honors include a Teaching Excellence Award (2004) and grants supporting sonic research and creative projects. His work bridges musicology, ethnomusicology, and community practice, with a focus on cultural hybridity and artistic innovation.
