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Chris Tonelli serves as Assistant Professor in History and Theory of Popular Music at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, specializing in Media, Cultural Industries & Society. His interdisciplinary work bridges musicology, critical theory, and sound studies.
His research centers on vocal practices across experimental and popular contexts. Key interests include:
- Theoretical frameworks for voice and vocality
- Global popular music systems
- Free jazz vocal improvisation
- Sound studies applications in healthcare
- Mobile music technologies
Recent publications reveal a trajectory from game music identity studies (2021) to dementia care applications (2024), with significant focus on vocal improvisation history. His work connects technical musical analysis with broader social implications.
Tonelli actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles as Book Reviews Editor for Critical Studies in Improvisation and board memberships including Stichting Here & Now.
He leads performance-based research initiatives like the Transnational Vocal Exploration Choir and Genetic Choir projects, merging scholarly inquiry with artistic practice. These efforts include collaborations with artists like Phil Minton and Sainkho Namtchylak, particularly evident in pandemic-era digital performances.
