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Dr. Karolien Dons is a Professor of Music in Context at the Hanze University's Research Centre Art & Society. Her work focuses on innovative music practices in societal contexts, with a particular emphasis on participatory music, ethical considerations, and inclusion in healthcare and community settings. She holds a PhD from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama (2019), where she researched co-creative musicking with vulnerable elderly populations. Dr. Dons leads several high-impact projects, including Sound Soils (2023–2024) analyzing rural music practices and Creating Cultures of Care (2023–present) exploring creative health initiatives. She serves on the Hanze University Ethical Review Board and contributes to international committees like the AEC's Diversity Working Group.
Her academic journey includes a Master's in Music Psychology (University of Jyväskylä, 2009) and Musicology (Ghent University, 2007). Key research areas include music co-creation, person-centered approaches, and professional musicianship in healthcare. Over 47 publications and 19 projects since 2010 reflect her commitment to bridging artistic practice with societal impact, particularly in aging populations and rural communities.
- Projects: Sound Soils (rural music practices), Creating Cultures of Care (creative health), and Prins Claus Conservatorium & Westerbork Camp (historical memory).
- Awards: None explicitly listed, though recognized for innovative healthcare music initiatives.
- Grants: Multiple project grants including €150k for Sound Soils and €200k for Creating Cultures of Care.
Her work is featured in media such as Kunstzone and Dutch healthcare journals, emphasizing music's role in wellbeing and societal integration. Future research includes expanding music's role in healthcare policy and rural cultural development.
