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Annika Bäckström is a Lecturer in the Music Department at Cal Poly Humboldt and teaches at College of the Redwoods. She holds a DMA in vocal performance with ethnomusicology from the University of Oregon, and degrees from the University of Illinois and Stockholm/Malmö opera houses. Her expertise spans vocal performance, creativity in music, and Sami indigenous studies. She performs operatic roles (e.g., La Traviata), Sami jojk, and leads workshops globally.
- Affiliations: Cal Poly Humboldt (Music Department), College of the Redwoods
- Teaching: Voice, Music History, Music Theory
Education:
- Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), University of Oregon
- Master of Arts (MA) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), University of Illinois
- Advanced studies at Stockholm and Malmö Opera Houses
Research & Creativity: Focuses on fostering creativity in performance, bridging opera, indigenous Sami music (Northeastern Scandinavia), and interdisciplinary bodymind techniques. She advocates for Sami cultural awareness through performance and education.
Awards:
- 201? Oregon Arts Commission Individual Artist Grant
Grants & Advising: No specific grants/advising roles detailed, but active in performance and educational outreach.
Labs/Teams: Engages in cross-cultural music projects and workshop leadership, though no formal lab names mentioned.
