Isabel Schneider

LT Isabel Schneider is a Lecturer in Music Education at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, affiliated with the Institute for Music Education (IAR). She specializes in violin instruction and contributes to programs such as the 'Music to Touch' project, focusing on inclusive music-making and educational outreach. Her work emphasizes collaborative projects, including partnerships with institutions like the Exilarte Center and the Gender & Diversity Office. She has been involved in initiatives like the Mozart Project and the 'Instrumental Carousel' elective, promoting diverse musical engagement.

Her research interests include innovative music pedagogy, accessibility in music education, and interdisciplinary collaborations. She contributed to the Sparkling Science research project, exploring music education methodologies. Awards include the Staatspreis Ars Docendi 2023 for excellence in teaching. Schneider is active in organizing workshops, festivals, and conferences, such as the 'Second Festival of Inclusion' and the Inclusive Music-Making Sound Festival.

She collaborates on projects like 'The Other Stage' and 'Ausgelöscht!?', addressing historical and social dimensions of music education. Her teaching spans practical instruction, theoretical modules, and practice-teaching programs for children, adolescents, and adults. She is involved in curriculum development, including the 'Expanding Instrument' specialization within the IGP program.