Irene Malizia

Irene Malizia is an Italian-born musician and academic based in Vienna, serving as a lecturer and substitute teacher in violin, composition, and music theory across institutions like the Joseph Haydn Conservatory, JMLU, and AMP Vienna. She holds a PhD candidate status at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz, researching 'Composing music as a learning tool in instrumental music education' under Prof. Silke Kruse-Weber, Prof. Gary McPherson, and Prof. Wolfgang Rüdiger.

Educational Background: Postgraduate in electroacoustic composition (MUK), dual Bachelor's/Master's in composition (University of Music and Arts Vienna), Master's in violin performance and pedagogy (Italy), diploma in instrumental pedagogy (Joseph Haydn Conservatory), and Orff-Schulwerk certification. Currently pursuing a PhD focusing on composition-based pedagogy.

Research emphasizes innovative teaching methodologies using composition as a core learning tool, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches blending performance, pedagogy, and technology. Her work has been presented at international conferences (EPARM, MERYC, ESTA) and supported by grants including the 2018 City of Vienna Composition Grant.

Artistic Achievements: Active as a soloist and chamber musician, with international commissions and performances (e.g., Ö1 Klassik-Treffpunkt-Live). Founded Variando musica with Angelo Tatone to promote collaborative artistic/educational projects. Notable compositions include Colori e Multiforme and Anima(ae), published by Doblinger and Edizioni Sconfinarte.

Teaching & Leadership: Leads violin/composition workshops globally via Erasmus+ and institutions like INÖK. Co-founded Variando musica to advance creative music education. Supervises PhD research and contributes to MUK's doctoral program in artistic-scholarly research.