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Frank W Ragsdale serves as Associate Professor at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music, where he holds significant administrative roles including Associate Dean of Administration and Chair of the Department of Vocal Performance. He directs the Vocal Performance Program and is actively engaged in vocal pedagogy research.
Dr. Ragsdale's research focuses on the scientific aspects of vocal performance, particularly examining how different warm-up durations affect singing quality. His work bridges the gap between vocal technique and acoustic measurement, exploring both subjective perceptions and objective measurements of vocal performance.
His research demonstrates an interest in evidence-based approaches to vocal training, with his 2020 publication investigating warm-up protocols and their measurable effects on singers' performance capabilities. This work contributes to the growing field of voice science within music education.
As an administrator, Dr. Ragsdale oversees significant aspects of the Vocal Performance program, shaping curriculum and educational standards for vocal students at the University of Miami.
