Ann Lucas

Ann Lucas is an Associate Professor in the Music Department at Boston College. She specializes in ethnomusicology with a focus on Persian and Arabic-speaking Near East music traditions, the history of music in Iran, and the relationship between cultural upheaval and musical change. Her research also explores music and mysticism in Islamic contexts.

Education:

• B.M., Kansas State University
• M.A., University of California Los Angeles
• Ph.D., University of California Los Angeles

Research interests include the intersection of cultural shifts and musical evolution, particularly in Iran and the broader Near East. She is currently conducting ethnographic fieldwork on Arab music and dance, examining connections between musical expression and bodily movement.

Her work has been published in journals like Asian Music Journal and The Middle East Studies Bulletin, with a focus on historical ethnomusicology and gender studies. She directs the Middle East Astaza! Music Ensemble, which maintains active Soundcloud and YouTube channels showcasing ensemble performances.

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