Anu Sepp

Anu Sepp is a Senior Lecturer in Music Pedagogy at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (part-time since 2019) and a University Lecturer in Music Education at the University of Eastern Finland (full-time since 2023). Her career includes roles as a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Helsinki, Associate Professor at EAMT, and extensive experience as a secondary school music/English teacher and choir conductor in Estonia and Finland.

Education:

• PhD in Education, University of Helsinki (2008–2014)
• Master of Educational Sciences, Tallinn Pedagogical University (1999–2001)
• English Teacher Certification, Tallinn Pedagogical University (1992–1994)
• Music Teacher & Choir Conductor Diploma, Tallinn State Conservatoire (1981–1986)

Her research explores music pedagogy, teacher training, curriculum innovation, and technology in education, with a strong focus on comparative studies between Estonia and Finland. She investigates interactive teaching methods, equity in music education, and the development of sustainable pedagogical frameworks.

Her publications (2018–2023) predominantly analyze music teacher education, piano pedagogy, technology-enhanced learning, and curriculum design. Trends include longitudinal studies on student-teacher development, comparative education models, and integrating traditional pedagogical values with digital innovation.

Scientific Awards:

• Riho Päts Foundation Laureate (2015)
• DKG International Scholarship (2013)
• Kristjan Jaagu Scholarship (2012)
• Ministry of Education Awards (2010, 2001)
• Teacher of the Year (1996)

She has supervised 9 master’s theses and contributed to national curriculum reforms in Estonia. As a choir conductor, she led award-winning ensembles (1987–2023). She serves on committees for ISME, EAMT’s Scientific Board, and co-organizes international conferences like MISTEC.