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Karen Smithies is an Associate Lecturer in Accompaniment at the University of Tasmania's School of Creative Arts and Media. Her research focuses on Musicology and Ethnomusicology, with a strong emphasis on performance practices and collaborative music-making. She holds an Orcid identifier (0000-0002-7545-6630) and is active in both academic and community engagement.
Smithies has performed in numerous recitals and broadcasts, including live ABC Classic FM performances with artists like Andrew Seymour and Michael Lampard. Her work spans classical, contemporary, and tango repertoires, often featuring premieres of Australian compositions. She has been involved in funded projects such as the 'Assessment of the effects of singing on respiratory function and wellbeing in people with dementia' (2017), highlighting her commitment to interdisciplinary arts research.
Her service engagements include community performances like the 'Flight of the Bumblebee' and 'Piano in Stereo' concerts, demonstrating her outreach efforts. Smithies maintains affiliations through her email Karen.Smithies@utas.edu.au and contributes to the university's music department's vibrant performance culture.
