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Emily Sung is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Choral & Sacred Music program at the USC Thornton School of Music, University of Southern California. A Chinese American conductor, scholar, and teacher from Lawrenceville, New Jersey, she previously held leadership roles at Princeton University, the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, Opera Philadelphia, and the Pennsylvania Ballet.
Her educational background includes:
- DMA in Choral Music, USC Thornton School of Music (2023 University Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award recipient; dissertation on choral literature construction)
- MM in Choral Conducting, Westminster Choir College
- Bachelor's degree in History, Princeton University
Dr. Sung's research explores Southeast Asian choral music, Chinese jazz, American vocal jazz history, choral jazz, and the intersection of vocals, gender expression, and technological experimentation in electronic music. Her work bridges traditional choral practices with contemporary gender and technology studies, advancing cultural inclusivity in musical innovation.
Her recognition includes:
- University Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (2023)
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She co-directs Suara, a specialized choir promoting Southeast Asian choral repertoire through cultural exchange and underrepresented musical traditions.
