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Fred Maus is a Professor in Critical & Comparative Studies at the University of Virginia, specializing in interdisciplinary research that bridges music theory, gender and sexuality studies, and narrative theory. His work explores the intersection of identity, trauma, and musical expression.
- Ph.D. in Music Theory, Princeton University
- M.Litt. in Philosophy, Oxford University
His research spans queer popular music, embodiment in musical performance, and the narrative dimensions of instrumental music. Recent projects examine LGBTQ+ identities in professional music theory, queer listening practices, and trauma-informed approaches to music analysis.
Dr. Maus co-edited The Oxford Handbook of Music and Queerness (2022) and has published influential essays on topics such as queer sexuality in classical concert music, AIDS-related narratives in songwriting, and the somatic experience of musical performance. His work often engages with feminist and critical frameworks.
Scientific awards and roles include:
- Founding member and first Book Review Editor of Women and Music
- First Chair of the Queer Resource Group of the Society for Music Theory
- First Chair of SMT’s Standing Committee on LGBTQ+ Issues
- Co-editor of foundational texts in queer music studies
His teaching emphasizes slow, reflective approaches to music analysis and the philosophical underpinnings of musical experience.
