Christian Kipper

Christian Kipper is a Lecturer and Head of Bachelor's and Master's Programmes at the Lucerne School of Music, part of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He previously served as Vice Dean and has been affiliated with the institution since 2018.

Education:

• Studied Musicology and Germanistics at the University of Regensburg and Technische Universität Berlin
• PhD in Musicology on the genre of Opera buffa

Research and Professional Focus:His work centers on musicology, opera, and dramaturgy, particularly within classical music. He has extensive experience in theatrical production, including roles as a dramaturg and lecturer, and has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects such as the live audio drama «Maria Callas» and exhibitions on operatic themes.

Professional Roles:

• Head of Bachelor's and Master's Programmes at Lucerne School of Music (2018–present)
• Vice Dean at Lucerne School of Music
• Music Theater Dramaturg and Deputy Opera Director at Luzerner Theater (2005–2016)
• Dramaturg for concerts, opera, and ballet at Festspielhaus Baden-Baden (1999–2005)

Projects and Collaborations:He has realized productions of operas like «Prima la musica, poi le parole» (Salieri) and «L’occasione fa il ladro» (Rossini), and collaborated on co-productions with the Lucerne School of Music. His work bridges academic research, theatrical practice, and public engagement through interdisciplinary projects.