Danielle Treacy

Danielle Treacy is a University Researcher at the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki, specializing in music education with a focus on eco-politics, gender inclusion, and intercultural practices. She leads the research projects 'Music Education, Professionalism and EcoPolitics' and 'Transition Pathways Towards Gender Inclusion in the Changing Musical Landscapes of Nepal (amplifyHer)'. Her roles include teaching in the MuTri doctoral school and the Department of Global Music.

Education:

• Bachelor of Music (Music Education), University of Toronto
• Bachelor of Education, Queen’s University, Canada
• Master of Arts (Education: Development and International Cooperation), University of Jyväskylä
• Doctor of Music, Sibelius Academy (University of the Arts Helsinki)

Research Interests: Her work bridges global music education with socio-ecological sustainability, exploring transformative pedagogies, gender equity in music landscapes, and intercultural collaboration. Recent projects emphasize eco-political frameworks and inclusive music education policies in Nepal and beyond.

Professional Contributions: Treacy has co-edited the Nordic Research in Music Education since 2020 and guest-edited a Finnish Journal of Music Education special issue (2020). She coordinates conferences like the Cultural Diversity in Music Education (2015) and chairs regional committees for ISME in South Asia (2019).

Teaching Experience: Former elementary music teacher in Egypt/Singapore, classroom educator in Finland, and music instructor in Canada, with expertise in trumpet, piano, and music theory.