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Dr. Jennifer England serves as an Assistant Professor of Music Theory at the School of Music within the College of Arts and Architecture at Montana State University, a position she has held since fall 2022. She teaches courses in music theory and aural perception, including foundational and advanced coursework. Prior to her appointment at Montana State, she taught at the University of Delaware and Temple University, and as a graduate teaching associate at Ohio State University.
Her educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Music from Ohio State University (2016)
- M.A. in Music Theory from the University of Kentucky (2012)
- B.M. in Music from East Texas Baptist University (2010)
Dr. England's research focuses on the intersection of music and mathematics, particularly through empirical and computational approaches to music analysis. She is also deeply engaged in music theory pedagogy, exploring innovative methods for teaching music theory and aural skills. Her work aims to bridge theoretical concepts with practical classroom applications, enhancing student learning in the music discipline.
In 2024, Dr. England published two articles in the Journal of Music Theory Pedagogy. One addresses writing pedagogy in the music theory classroom, offering strategies for integrating writing assignments. The other is a review of a textbook on aural skills training. These publications reflect her commitment to advancing music theory education through scholarly contributions and critical evaluation of teaching resources.
Dr. England has been recognized with the following honors:
- Nominated for the Pedagogy of Music Theory Award by the Society for Music Theory (2024)
- Nominated for the Teaching Innovation Award by Montana State University (2023)
- Recipient of the Dean's Excellence Award for Service from the College of Arts & Architecture (2023)
Dr. England advises students in the School of Music at Montana State University. She is actively involved in professional service, serving as President Elect of the Rocky Mountain Society for Music Theory, on the editorial review board for the Journal of Music Theory Pedagogy, and in various committee roles including the 2024 Pedagogy into Practice Program Committee.
While specific research laboratories are not mentioned, Dr. England collaborates with colleagues through professional organizations such as the Rocky Mountain Society for Music Theory and the Society for Music Theory, contributing to the broader academic community in music theory and pedagogy.
