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Catherine Nolan is a Professor in the Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University, specializing in music theory and analysis. She previously held teaching positions at the University of Alberta, McGill University, Yale University, and Vanier College in Montreal.
Her educational background includes:
- PhD in Music Theory from Yale University
- MPhil in Music Theory from Yale University
- MA in Music Theory from McGill University
- BMus in Composition and Music Theory (Honours) from McGill University
Professor Nolan's research centers on 20th-century modernist music with particular focus on Anton Webern's late works, transformational theory, and mathematical models in music analysis. Her recent scholarship integrates feminist theory to examine poet Hildegard Jone's critical influence on Webern's vocal compositions, revealing previously overlooked dimensions of his creative process. She emphasizes connections between theoretical frameworks, analytical methodologies, and broader humanistic contexts in both research and teaching.
Scientific Awards:
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Her publications appear in leading journals including Journal of Music Theory and Music Theory Spectrum, as well as authoritative collections like The Cambridge History of Western Music Theory. While student advising and grant activities aren't detailed in the source text, her extensive publication record demonstrates significant scholarly impact in music theoretical discourse.
