Linda Kristengård

Linda Kristengård is an Assistant Professor in Music at NLA University College, Oslo, specializing in choral conducting and pedagogy. She coordinates the one-year program in performing music with choral conducting specialization (UMK).

• Professional Master in Innovative Choir Leading, Det Jyske Musikkonservatorium
• Master in Music Science, University of Oslo (focus: music pedagogy)
• Bachelor in 'Music, Congregation and Leadership', Staffeldtsgate College (4-year program including performance)

Her work areas include:

• Ensemble
• Choral singing/choir conducting
• Rhythmic music pedagogy
• Ethnomusicology
• Music didactics
• Interkultural communication

She teaches aural training, vocal techniques, improvisation, and choir leadership. As a disseminator, she is active as vocalist, songwriter, conductor, pianist, arranger, and choir member. Her research emphasizes practical music education and cultural analysis.