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Feryal Qudourah is an Assistant Professor of Music at Coastal Carolina University, specializing in Vocal Performance and Ethnomusicology. As a soprano of Indo-Caribbean and Arab heritage, she combines her performance career with academic research on Arabic Art Song and Islamic Qaseedas. Her work bridges Western classical traditions with Middle Eastern and Caribbean cultural influences.
- Education: D.M.A. in Voice Performance/Ethnomusicology (Florida State University, 2018), M.M. in Voice Performance (FSU, 2015), B.M. in Voice Performance (Stetson University, 2012)
Dr. Qudourah's research focuses on integrating Arabic Art Song into the Western art song curriculum, creating pedagogical tools like a diction guide for Arabic vocal music. She has performed internationally in opera, oratorio, and contemporary music contexts, including roles in Candide, The Magic Flute, and premieres of works like Mark Klistofte’s White Album.
Scientific Awards:
- Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions
- Caribbean Tarang Competition
As an educator, she teaches Applied Voice and Voice Class, emphasizing cultural expression and artistic self-sufficiency. Her 2019 publication in the NATS book So you want to sing World Music established foundational frameworks for cross-cultural vocal pedagogy.
