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Dr Brian Inglis is an Associate Professor & Director of Music Programmes at Middlesex University's School of Arts (Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries). He holds a PhD from City University, London and previously taught at Trinity Laban Conservatoire. His dual role combines academic leadership with active research in musicology, composition, and performance.
Education:
- PhD in Music, City University London
- MA in Music, City University London
- Bachelor's degree from Durham University
Research Interests:
Inglis' work bridges classical music structures with spiritual and identity themes. Key areas include:
- 20th-21st Century British Music (Warlock, Tavener)
- Music and Spirituality (liturgical compositions, mystical aesthetics)
- Experimental Notation (graphic scores, text-based instructions)
- Queer Musical Identities
- Music Publishing Histories
Professional Activities:
Inglis is a board member of the Journal of the Royal Musical Association, director of the Stoke Newington Contemporary Music Festival, and steering committee member of the Music, Spirituality and Wellbeing network. His compositions have been performed internationally and released on labels like Nonclassical and Sargasso.
Recent Work Trends:
Publications focus on semiotic analysis (popular/classical music intersections), Warlock's compositional legacy, and spiritual dimensions in music. His 2020 co-edited Sorabji-Warlock letters earned critical acclaim.
Awards & Recognition:
- 2020: BBC Music Magazine's Best Classical Book for Sorabji correspondence edition
- 2011: Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy
Supervision & Grants:
Currently supervising PhD students David Etheridge (Thunderbirds composer Barry Gray) and Joel Sharbaugh (Schola Fiorentina dodecaphony). Recent grant supported Kexin Fan's research.
Performance & Composition:
Inglis' works span liturgical pieces (Ave Generosa), experimental piano music (Homage to Alkan), and toy piano experiments. His music blends historical traditions with avant-garde approaches.
